Canada
Canadian Crypto Exchanges WonderFi, Coinsquare, CoinSmart Confirm Plans to Merge
Canadian crypto exchanges WonderFi (WNDR), Coinsquare and CoinSmart have revealed plans to merge, creating what would be one of the world's largest crypto trading platforms. O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary and WonderFi President Dean Skurka weigh in, explaining why Canada "may be the guinea pig that is forging forward with all kinds of regulation that is effectively working."
Kevin O'Leary on Future of Crypto Exchanges, Regulation
A trio of Canadian crypto exchanges WonderFi, Coinsquare and CoinSmart are confirming plans to merge, creating what would be one of the world's largest crypto trading platforms. O'Leary Ventures Chair Kevin O'Leary and Dean Skurka, President and Interim CEO of WonderFi, discuss the move and how Canada, as a crypto "guinea pig," offers regulatory clarity in ways that the U.S. doesn't. O'Leary also weighs in on the recent regulatory scrutiny Binance and Coinbase are facing in the U.S.
Kevin O'Leary: I No Longer Have Interest in Going to War With Regulators
A trio of Canadian crypto exchanges revealed plans to merge to create what could be one of the world's largest crypto trading platforms. O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary, also the strategic advisor for one of these exchanges WonderFi (WNDR), weighs in on the regulatory landscape in Canada saying the country "may be the guinea pig." Plus, he shares his general outlook on crypto regulation.
Three Canadian Crypto Exchanges Gear up to Merge; Internet Computer Issues 'Liquid Bitcoin'
Canadian crypto exchanges WonderFi, Coinsquare and CoinSmart have revealed plans to merge, creating what would be one of the world's largest crypto trading platforms. Plus, the Dfinity Foundation, a significant contributor to the development of the Internet Computer network, issued ckBTC – a liquid and cost-efficient “twin” token that is backed on a 1:1 basis with bitcoin (BTC).
Trio of Canadian Crypto Exchanges Confirms Plans to Merge
Shares of Kevin O'Leary-backed WonderFi have surged nearly 50% following the announcement.
Coinbase Hires Ex-Shopify Exec to Oversee Canada Operations
The company confirmed plans to expand in Canada as that country tightens rules for cryptocurrency exchanges.
Crypto Exchanges Deciding Whether to Remain in Canada Amid Tightening Regulation
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) has tightened its requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the country. "The Hash" panel discusses major exchanges including Kraken, Coinbase and Binance's responses to tougher rules from the regulators.
Crypto Exchange Kraken Commits to Tougher Rules Required by Canada
Kraken has filed pre-registration paperwork with the Ontario Securities Commission as it works towards becoming a registered Restricted Dealer in Canada.
Coinbase Aims to Stay in Canada; Binance Could Be Poised to Exit Amid Regulatory Shakeup
The moves come as the country tightens rules for cryptocurrency exchanges.
Canada to Ask Pension Funds to Disclose Crypto Exposure
The government budget for 2023 indicates the OSFI will consult with federally regulated financial institutions on guidelines for publicly disclosing their exposure to crypto-assets.
