Business 10 October 2019

From open letters to new regulation, Facebook Libra faces another tough week

Lawmakers in the United States have reached out to three major financial firms partnering with Facebook’s Libra project to urge them to reconsider their involvement.

Business 9 October 2019

New laws for Facebook Libra, crypto required in EU, officials says

With specific reference to Facebook Libra, commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said the EU would require “a common approach” to regulating stablecoins and cryptocurrencies.

Business 3 October 2019

Russia digital rights act defines smart contracts, cryptocurrency

The new laws specify the appropriate legal treatment for digital assets and smart contracts, and introduces the concept of “digital rights” into Russian law for the first time.

Business 27 September 2019

Crypto could be ‘money of the Internet’: Hester Peirce

Securities and Exchange Commissioner "Crpyto Mom" Hester Peirce, stating that it’s possible crypto could eventually become the money of the Internet.

Business 27 September 2019

Facebook Libra may not launch in time after all

Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg said Facebook would “work through” the regulatory challenges before proceeding with the launch of Libra.

Business 27 September 2019

Bittrex employing KYT software to flag high-risk transactions

Bittrex has partnered with Chainalysis to employ their blockchain solution that will analyze all transactions, flagging those that are potentially high risk.

Business 25 September 2019

Facebook Libra comes under fresh scrutiny—this time from Japan

Facebook’s plans for Libra have been met with a further setback today, after the central bank of Japan called for “global cooperation” in regulating the stablecoin.

Business 24 September 2019

CoinShares wants users to take action against UK crypto assets ban

U.K.-based CoinShares is seeking to enlist the support of its customers to lobby against proposed regulations by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Business 19 September 2019

Facebook Libra dealt another blow as Germany reveals blockchain strategy

Facebook Libra’s prospects in the European Union were dealt another blow today with the unveiling of Germany’s new comprehensive blockchain strategy.

Business 11 September 2019

Nigeria preparing to include digital currencies in capital market: report

Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly set up a committee that will work on a regulatory framework for blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.

Business 6 September 2019

블록체인 기술이 규정 준수를 개선할 수 있나요?

블록 체인은 규제 부담을보고 및 배출을 간소화 할 수있는 기회를 제공합니다. 그러나 블록 체인 기술이 어떻게 규정 준수를 개선 할 수 있습니까?

Business 6 September 2019

Can blockchain technology improve compliance?

Blockchain presents opportunities for streamlining reporting and discharging regulatory burdens. But how can blockchain technology improve compliance?