Dr. Eva Porras talks digital currency regulation with Women of BSV
In a recent episode of Women of BSV, guest Dr. Eva Porras shed light on a variety of topics like research, finance, digital currency regulations, and more.
Latest regulation News
Another BTC ETF denied by US securities regulator over ‘manipulation’ concerns
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has rejected Cboe BZX’s application for a rule change, and also cited security concerns related to the BTC blockchain and other trading platforms.
Sam Bankman-Fried summoned to Congress
Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO and Founder of FTX exchange, will testify in front of the House Financial Services Committee on December 8.
Cybersecurity firm’s Qihoo 360 new software tracks block reward mining activities in China
Qihoo 360 says its software can detect mining activities across any system and targets enterprises and state agencies seeking to adhere to mining ban.
Israel is stepping up CBDC efforts, central bank governor says
Governor Amir Yaron considers central bank digital currencies are the future of finance and will give central banks an effective monetary policy tool as the payments paradigm shifts.
Digital currency firms join SEC’s PAUSE list of companies using bogus info to lure investors
The U.S. securities regulator has updated its PAUSE list which includes firms that’ve been misleading investors with false statements, and digital currency firms feature significantly.
EU green lights blockchain pilot for financial markets
Under a new European Union pilot program, which will likely be officially passed in Q1 or Q2 2022, some existing legal requirements are waived to allow for the issuance of certain financial instruments on blockchain and digital ledger technology.
South Korea postpones 20% digital currency tax to 2023
The country’s National Assembly resolved to push the tax after months of fierce back and forth between the government and members of parliament.
Treasury’s Janet Yellen clarifies FATF digital currency guidance
Sec. Yellen agrees with the FinCEN statement that entities providing ancillary services like manufacturers, developers, and miners shouldn't be subjected to Money Service Business registration.
Bank of France: Digital currency regulations more urgent than CBDC
The deputy governor of the Bank of France addressed the need for DeFi and digital assets regulations and expressed his concerns about CBDC.
South Korean regulator wants ICO ban reversed
The vice chair of the Financial Services Commission has asked the National Assembly in South Korea to reverse the ICO ban and instead regulate the industry to weed out scammers.
Germany’s new government to fully support digital currencies and blockchain
The new government, which replaces former Chancellor Angela Merkel, is committed to digitalizing Germany, including allowing tokenized securities and digital euro.