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Russia to treat Bitcoin as a currency, weeks after proposed blanket ban
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11 February, 2022

Russia to treat Bitcoin as a currency, weeks after proposed blanket ban

A new document by the Russian government, supported by the central bank, has dispelled fears of a blanket ban, weeks...
ESMA vice chair seeks proof of work mining ban for European Union
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4 February, 2022

ESMA vice chair seeks proof of work mining ban for European Union

The top executive suggests a proof of work (PoW) mining ban as well as a switch to proof of stake...
Russia’s Ministry of Finance submits digital currency regulatory proposals
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3 February, 2022

Russia’s Ministry of Finance submits digital currency regulatory proposals

The Russian central bank recently proposed a ban on digital currency, but the Finance Ministry believes that thousands will lose...
Indonesian regulator bans digital currency sales for financial institutions
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1 February, 2022

Indonesian regulator bans digital currency sales for financial institutions

The watchdog has reiterated its earlier warning that financial institutions can’t deal in digital currencies as pressure mounts from religious...
Monetary Authority of Singapore bans digital currency ads in public places
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23 January, 2022

Monetary Authority of Singapore bans digital currency ads in public places

VASPs must not advertise on public transport venues, broadcast media, third-party websites, or roadshows and must not turn to influencers...
Ban on digital currencies reportedly coming to Pakistan
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19 January, 2022

Ban on digital currencies reportedly coming to Pakistan

The State Bank of Pakistan is concerned about the use of digital currencies in crime, with a recent Binance-linked $100...