SEC to expand crypto, cyber enforcement unit with new appointments
The Securities and Exchange Commission has allocated 20 new positions to the unit focused on protecting investors in crypto markets and from cyber-related threats.
Central African Republic joins El Savador in making Bitcoin legal tender
The Central African Republic has become the second country globally to adopt Bitcoin as an official currency following El Salvador’s introduction last year.
Crypto firm Januar closes largest ever Danish seed round
Januar, a company building a crypto gate for European firms, has raised €6m in a seed funding round that is the largest in Danish history.
How is cryptocurrency changing money laundering?
The cryptocurrency market is booming. With new technologies and new products launching on the market, the industry is seemingly going from strength to strength. With new technologies, however, come new challenges. How is the industry changing money laundering?
21Shares, ETF Securities link to launch Australia’s first spot bitcoin ETF
21Shares has partnered with exchange-traded fund provider ETF Securities to introduce Australia’s first spot bitcoin ETF.
EU targets crypto in new wave of Russia sanctions
The European Union will target crypto wallets and currencies of Russia in another round of sanctions against the country.
UK sets out plans to become global cryptoasset technology hub
The UK government has unveiled its plans to make the country a global centre for cryptoasset technology.
FCA enables small number of crypto firms to trade after registration deadline
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has allowed a number of cryptocurrency companies to continue trade past a licensing deadline as it continues to assess applications.
EU Parliament votes to introduce KYC on private crypto wallets
The European Parliament has voted to introduce new regulatory measures that would essentially restrict cryptocurrency transactions by anonymous accounts.
US DoJ charges fraudsters for $1m NFT fraud scheme
Two fraudsters have been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering through a non-fungible token (NFT) fraud scheme.
