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What to hope for if a Bitcoin ETF is a go

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Time Stamp: October 8, 2021 10:30 PM - Modified On: October 8, 2021 - Published By:
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The cryptocurrency and DeFi sector is still young, with much of the industry still waiting on regulatory clarity and guidance. In fact, this is a subject many proponents have commented on as well. WisdomTree CEO Jonathan Steinberg is the latest to do so, with the exec stressing on the requirements for “right regulations” in the sector in a recent interview. He said, “Some level of regulation necessary to mainstream this” While he is optimistic about the progress the industry is making with global regulators, the lack of one in the

Former U.S. official says cryptocurrency not some ‘libertarian paradise’

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Time Stamp: September 27, 2021 7:00 AM - Modified On: September 27, 2021 - Published By:
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Cryptocurrency has been around for a long time now. However, its mainstream adoption gained a boost lately with 2020 being a remarkable year. But 2021 saw a major push as countries and/or organizations across the globe have been accepting cryptocurrencies in some form or the other. That said, countries have also been working on cryptocurrency regulations to govern the process of exchanging through crypto. Something that can actually benefit these tokens. Former US Treasury secretary Lawrence Summers, while speaking to Bloomberg expressed his opinions concerning the cryptocurrency regulations. During this

This is driving Dubai’s cryptocurrency market to do ‘fantastically well’

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Time Stamp: August 30, 2021 5:30 AM - Modified On: August 30, 2021 - Published By:
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Dubai and the larger UAE have long been touted as rising tech and innovation hubs, providing entry points into Asia and Middle Eastern markets. With exponential developmental growth in the past decades, Dubai is now considered one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the world. It would then not be surprising for some to speculate that the country could also rise up as one of the leaders in the cryptocurrency space. In a recent interview, Bittrex Global CEO Stephen Stonberg opined that Dubai is well-poised to capitalize from the growing cryptocurrency

China: Is the PBoC’s new ‘reminder’ on Bitcoin’s status really new

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Time Stamp: August 27, 2021 9:30 PM - Modified On: August 27, 2021 - Published By:
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“We remind the people once again that virtual currencies such as Bitcoin are not legal tenders and have no actual value support.” The People’s Bank of China [PBoC] has once again raised an alarm about the use of cryptocurrencies in light of its recent crackdown. According to local reports, the central bank took a shot at Bitcoin, commenting that such virtual currencies cannot compete with existing legal tender. Yin Youping, Deputy Director of the Financial Consumer Rights Protection Bureau of the PBoC, argued that cryptos are not backed by any

Countries That Might Soon Allow Crypto Betting

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Time Stamp: August 21, 2021 5:54 AM - Modified On: August 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Aug 21, 2021 at 09:54 // News In some countries, bitcoin is seen as a legal payment platform, whilst in others, there are regulations pertaining to how betting with cryptocurrency operates. Some other countries have chosen to be quiet on the issue and have not made any attempt in allowing or not allowing it. In countries where Bitcoin is not considered legal, you cannot fund your gambling wallet with cryptocurrency. Only very few countries have come out in the open to address cryptocurrency gambling. Some of the countries that have

Gensler Contemplating Robust Crypto Oversight Regime

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Time Stamp: August 3, 2021 7:12 AM - Modified On: August 3, 2021 - Published By:
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Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler is looking to establish a robust cryptocurrency regulatory framework.Sponsored Sponsored In an interview with Bloomberg, Gensler emphasized that his knowledge of cryptocurrencies would not preclude him from regulating them thoroughly. Gensler said he is “neutral on,” but “intrigued,” by cryptocurrencies, but that he’s “not neutral about investor protection.” Although individuals are free to make their own investment decisions, Gensler stressed that the SEC had a responsibility to protect them from fraud. While acknowledging that the SEC already has broad authority, Gensler asked

US Congressman Beyer Introduces Crypto Bill With ‘Basic Protections’ For Investors

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Time Stamp: July 30, 2021 10:37 AM - Modified On: July 30, 2021 - Published By:
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In brief A U.S. Congressman has introduced legislation surrounding the regulation of digital assets. The law would provide clarity on the roles of several regulatory authorities including the SEC and the CFTC. Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced legislation to regulate digital assets earlier this week. The legislation, titled the “Digital Asset Market Structure and Investor Protection Act,” aims to protect consumers while simultaneously promoting financial innovation. “Unfortunately, the current digital asset market structure and regulatory framework is ambiguous and dangerous for investors and consumers. Digital asset holders have been subjected to