Regulations
Crypto Exchange bitFlyer Aligns Itself With FATF 'Travel Rule' With New Restrictions
Restrictions targeting 21 countries include only allowing select crypto and transfers to platforms that comply with Coinbase-led Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST).

India's RBI Intends to Push G-20 to Focus on Crypto's Macro Risks
The move is seen as a step to attract attention towards how crypto can hurt or change the global economy rather than just nations and customers individually, government sources have told CoinDesk previously.

ECB Finalizes Digital Euro Prototypes as Development Decision Looms
The European Central Bank has examined the use of distributed ledger technology and smart contracts for its potential new digital currency.

Gemini and Bankrupt Lender Genesis Ask U.S. Court to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Targeting Earn Program
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission alleged the two entities had sold unregistered securities through Gemini's Earn program.

Indian Crypto Exchanges Are in Survival Mode, Trying to Extend Their Runways
CoinDCX, CoinSwitch, WazirX and other Indian firms CoinDesk spoke to think they'll survive the ongoing bear market – here’s how.

Gulf Binance Clinches Thai Regulatory Approval
The joint venture between Gulf Innova and Binance aims to begin offering crypto services in the country later this year.

EU Investment Firms Should Clearly State Crypto Is Unregulated, Watchdog Says
Companies that market crypto alongside traditional securities might mislead consumers about access to fair advice and compensation, the European Securities and Markets Authority worries.

Norway Should Consider a National Strategy for Crypto Regulation: Norges Bank Report
The bank says lawmakers should take advantage of existing regulations that cater to systemic risk and enforcement action for example, as well as stresses the need for crypto specific ones.

French Lawmakers Strike Softer Deal on Crypto Influencer Law
A final compromise appears to allow registered crypto firms to advertise through social media influencers, potentially easing industry fears.

South Africa’s Crypto Firms Will Soon Need to Apply for Registration or Face a Heavy Fine
Continuing operations without applying for registration in the designated time period could lead to a $510,000 fine or imprisonment, the government has said.

