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Bitcoin and the FATF Travel Rule: A Clash Between Privacy and Regulation
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Travel Rule, originally designed to combat money laundering in traditional finance, has become a…
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Hong Kong Moves to License 11 Virtual Asset Companies by End of Year
In an exciting step for its growing crypto ecosystem, Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) prepares to license 11…
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Hong Kong to Tighten Crypto Rules, Aiming to Become Global Fintech Leader
Hong Kong is set to enhance its digital asset regulations significantly over the next 18 months as part of its…
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South Korea Implements New Crypto Regulations to Refund Investors in Case of Bankruptcy
Starting next month, cryptocurrency investors in South Korea will benefit from new rules designed to protect user funds in the…
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Cryptocurrency in the UAE: VASPs’ Economic Impact, Regulatory Framework, and Stakeholder Insights
The global rise of cryptocurrencies has sparked a myriad of discussions surrounding their economic impact, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.…
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Teng’s Tenacity Pays Off: Binance Secures Full VASP License from VARA
Richard Teng, leading Binance in the wake of regulatory turbulence, has secured a significant victory: the much-anticipated full crypto license…
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Less Than 30% of Jurisdictions Regulate Cryptocurrency, FATF Calls for Action
In an interview with CoinDesk from Singapore, Financial Action Task Force (FATF) President T. Raja Kumar revealed a concerning statistic:…
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FATF February 2024 Meeting: Leveraging Digital Transformation to Tackle AML/CFT Risks in Virtual Assets
In February 2024, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) convened its Plenary meeting, a crucial forum where global leaders in…
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Crypto License in Dubai: A Step-by-Step Guide to Receiving a VASP License in 2024
As 2024 approaches, the race to secure a coveted Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license in Dubai, also known as…
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VARA’s Market Notice: Fines Issued as Deadline for Virtual Asset Service Provider Licensing Lapses
This notice from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) is intended to alert all stakeholders and consumers that the deadline…
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