Regulation
UK Crypto Trade Group Calls for Action Over Chronic Delays to FCA Registrations
Only four out of 200 crypto businesses' applications to the FCA's Money Laundering Registration regime have seen a decision, said CryptoUK.
Bitstamp: ‘Regulation Is Coming to Crypto’
Bitstamp’s Hunter Merghart says regulation is coming to crypto. “You can either fight it, or you can try to work with the regulators to develop a framework that helps the entire industry grow,” said Merghart. Plus, how Bitstamp ensures it can handle high traffic during the bull market.
Jamaica to Pilot CBDC Later This Year
The Caribbean nation's finance minister announced plans to officially launch a CBDC during the annual national budget debate.
Could Regulatory Clarity Remove Barriers to Crypto Innovation?
Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio), one of the authors of a new bipartisan bill in Congress that aims to provide regulatory clarity to the crypto industry, shares his insights on the current state of governmental regulation. “That’s the thing this space needs, is clarity,” said Davidson. “Not no regulation, but a light touch to provide certainty.”
South Africa's Regulatory Uncertainty Driving Away Crypto Startups: Report
A looming regulatory clampdown following a major Ponzi scheme's collapse is already prompting some exchanges to flee abroad.
US Lawmakers Make Third Attempt to Bring Legal Clarity to Cryptocurrencies
Rep. Warren Davidson said the window of opportunity for the U.S. to lead the world on blockchain technology is "closing."
Goldman Sachs Says Client Demand for Bitcoin is 'Rising'
John Waldron, COO and president, said his bank is talking to regulators about digital currencies after recently relaunching its trading desk.
South Korea to Fine Crypto Exchanges That Fail to Tackle Illicit Activity
Penalties will apply if trading venues fail to follow three regulations, the Financial Services Commission said.
India's Internet and Mobile Association Calls for Crypto Regulation, Not Ban
The association said India could benefit from a "robust" regulatory regime for digital assets.
US Lawmakers Introduce Bill Aimed at Clarifying Crypto Regulations
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers introduced a bill that seeks to bring the CFTC, SEC and Congress together to get clarity and consensus on government cryptocurrency regulations. “The Hash” panel debates the timing and possible outcomes.
