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Graduate of History from The University Sussex and a Masters in Journalism from The University of Groningen, James Field has written for publication in the United Kingdom and Netherlands across a range of topics including arts, culture, environmental and legal sector issues. He served as Deputy Editor for a leading Legal publication and currently researches and writes on the digital asset space, with a focus on legal changes impacting the industry.

Article by James Field

Bank of England appears to backpedal on CBDC plan
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28 July, 2025

Bank of England appears to backpedal on CBDC plan

According to a Bloomberg report, the Bank of England may scrap its digital pound plans, pushing banks to lead payment...
SK regulator advises asset managers to limit ‘crypto’ exposure
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25 July, 2025

SK regulator advises asset managers to limit ‘crypto’ exposure

South Korea's FSS advised asset management firms to adjust their EFTs to limit exposure to digital asset companies such as...
Bad week for UK: ‘Crypto’ ATM crackdown, BTC sell-off
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24 July, 2025

Bad week for UK: ‘Crypto’ ATM crackdown, BTC sell-off

The U.K. plans to sell $7.2 billion in seized BTC amid a crackdown on digital currency ATMs, raising concerns over...
UK gov’t gives eVisa update, digital ID debate rages on
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23 July, 2025

UK gov’t gives eVisa update, digital ID debate rages on

By July 15, foreign nationals applying for a work or study visa in the U.K. must use an online account...
EU regulatory review criticizes Malta’s MiCA licensing process
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16 July, 2025

EU regulatory review criticizes Malta’s MiCA licensing process

According to news reports, concerns had been raised about the speed with which the MFSA was handing out licenses, and...
Australia’s ‘Project Acacia’ enters next stage of testing
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15 July, 2025

Australia’s ‘Project Acacia’ enters next stage of testing

Australia's tokenized asset settlement initiative advanced to the next stage of testing, following RBA's selection of participants and 24 use...

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