Category: Regulations

  • Ukraine Plans to Fully Legalize Cryptocurrencies Within Three Years

    Ukraine Plans to Fully Legalize Cryptocurrencies Within Three Years

    The government in Kiev intends to legalize cryptocurrencies and comprehensively regulate the fintech sector as part of a new public policy developed by the economy ministry. The process may take up to three years to complete but eventually the industry built around digital assets should become a legitimate part of the country’s economy. Also read:…

  • Taiwan Drafting National ICO Standards

    Taiwan Drafting National ICO Standards

    The Taiwanese Financial Supervisory Commission is drafting a set of national standards for initial coin offerings. The regulator reportedly aims to make tokens as easy to invest and as liquid as stocks. The commission emphasizes that it “has no intention of curbing the creativity and productivity associated with cryptocurrencies if they are not used as…

  • Regulations Roundup: Shenzhen Court Recognizes Bitcoin, Coinbase Lawsuit Dismissed

    Regulations Roundup: Shenzhen Court Recognizes Bitcoin, Coinbase Lawsuit Dismissed

    In recent regulatory news, a Shenzhen court has ruled in favor of protecting an “equity transfer agreement” involving bitcoin, the judge presiding over a class action lawsuit against Coinbase has granted a motion to dismiss, and an Australian woman has been arrested for stealing 100,000 XRP following a 10-month investigation. Also Read: Regulations Roundup: SEC Considers…

  • Regulations Roundup: SEC Considers Crypto Fund Criteria, South Korea Warns Investors

    Regulations Roundup: SEC Considers Crypto Fund Criteria, South Korea Warns Investors

    In this edition of Regulations Roundup, we focus on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) ongoing discussions with companies that are interested in setting up cryptocurrency funds. We also look at a recent warning by the South Korean financial regulator about virtual currency investments, as well as a call by the CEO of U.S.…

  • Bill Proposes Tax Holiday for Cryptocurrency Businesses in Ukraine

    Bill Proposes Tax Holiday for Cryptocurrency Businesses in Ukraine

    A draft bill introducing tax breaks for entrepreneurs and companies dealing with cryptocurrencies has been filed in Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada. The authors of the bill have called for tax exemptions for entities working in the sector until the end of 2029. Also read: Russian Lawmakers Drop ‘Mining’ References in Digital Assets Bill New…

  • Russian Lawmakers Drop ‘Mining’ References in Digital Assets Bill

    Russian Lawmakers Drop ‘Mining’ References in Digital Assets Bill

    Russian lawmakers have dropped the term “mining” from a bill to regulate digital assets, following the earlier removal of references to “cryptocurrency.” In addition, the proposed legislation no longer covers the taxation of mining profits, as such matters will fall under the oversight of the Federal Tax Service. Also read: Despite Setbacks Crypto Wages Still…

  • Former CFTC Chair Advocates ‘Technology Neutral’ Cryptocurrency Regulations

    Former CFTC Chair Advocates ‘Technology Neutral’ Cryptocurrency Regulations

    The former chairman of the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Gary Gensler, recently expressed his views on the regulation of cryptocurrency markets. Gensler emphasized his belief in the need for robust consumer protections, and also argued that the majority of initial coin offerings essentially comprise initial public offerings (IPOs). Also Read: Two US States…

  • Blockchain Surveillance Firm Partners With Cryptocurrency Exchange Binance

    Blockchain Surveillance Firm Partners With Cryptocurrency Exchange Binance

    On Oct. 17, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, Binance, announced a partnership with blockchain surveillance company Chainalysis. According to the exchange, Chainalysis has implemented a compliance solution that meets regulatory guidelines worldwide. Also read: Bizarro World: Federated Sidechain Technology Promoted Over Nakamoto Consensus Binance Is Using Chainalysis for Compliance    According to a press…

  • Regulations Roundup: Crypto-Intermediaries in France, SEC Deadline for Rejected ETF Commentary

    Regulations Roundup: Crypto-Intermediaries in France, SEC Deadline for Rejected ETF Commentary

    In recent news pertaining to cryptocurrency regulations, French lawmakers are considering a proposed amendment that would introduce a regulatory framework for crypto-asset intermediaries; the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced October 26th as the deadline for the submission of public comments relating to the nine exchange-traded funds (ETFs) it recently rejected; and a…

  • South Korean Regulators Discuss Proposals for ICO Legislation

    South Korean Regulators Discuss Proposals for ICO Legislation

    Korean lawmakers are increasingly pushing for the regulation of initial coin offerings (ICOs) with multiple bills currently pending at the National Assembly. This includes a proposed amendment to the Electronic Financial Transactions Act. Meanwhile, the Korean Blockchain Association has also come up with its own set of guidelines for crypto exchanges and ICOs. Also read: 160…