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Iran to stiffen penalties for illegal use of subsidized energy in crypto mining
The fines will reportedly triple compared to current rates, while repeated violations will lead to jail time.
Russian bankers reportedly want to outlaw noncustodial crypto wallets
The Association of Banks of Russia has previously collaborated with Binance as part of its expert center focused on crypto regulation.
Regulations set the table for more talent, capital and building in crypto industry
Regulatory involvement in crypto is an indication of the industry’s maturity and longevity, encouraging bright ideas, minds and money to enter the space.
Crypto Twitter reacts as Russian gov’t reviews finalized crypto bill
Russia’s finance ministry shared the amended and finalized crypto bill with the government, which recommends using cryptocurrencies as legal tender.
President Biden announces former Ripple adviser as pick for Fed vice chair for supervision
The vice chair for supervision seat at the Federal Reserve has been vacant since governor Randal Quarles’ term ended in October 2021.
Bitstamp asks users to update the source of their crypto, citing regulatory compliance
Bitstamp now requires users to provide info like nationality, place of birth and tax residency, in addition to documents proving the origin of crypto and […]
Fitting the bill: US Congress eyes e-cash as an alternative to CBDC
From fiat banknotes to fractional reserve banking, the notion of what constitutes money in the U.S. has changed over time. But is the time right […]
Montenegro makes Vitalik a citizen, part of plans to promote it as a blockchain hub
The small southeast European nation is beginning to sift through the murky waters of blockchain regulation by granting the Ethereum co-founder citizenship.
Portuguese regulator grants first crypto license to a bank
Bison Bank will offer its digital asset services to high net worth individuals, becoming the first banking institution in the country authorized to do so.