Regulation

This crypto ad exec tells us how the industry will evolve and why transparency is so important

CryptoSlate recently had the opportunity to chat with Milo McCloud, the co-founder of Paradox Group, a well-known crypto advertising firm that works with some of the biggest names in blockchain.What is the professional background of the Paradox founders and what is their previous experience in crypto?I am a blockchain, fintech, and cryptocurrency specialist focusing on growth opportunities for companies in these sectors.Prior to co-founding Paradox Group, I worked in investment sales and marketing, as well as having represented Great Britain in Alpine Skiing as an international athlete.My co-founder, Paul Burnham,

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

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

Indonesia Confirms It’s Not Imposing Blanket Crypto Ban

The Indonesian government has given its residents the green light for cryptocurrency trading, refusing to impose an outright ban on all crypto-related transactions. Sponsored Sponsored The government instead will seek to focus its regulatory effort on the prevention of crimes in which cryptocurrency is involved. Cryptocurrencies are treated as tradable assets and commodities, which are unfit for payments, according to the Central Bank. The government maintains that crypto assets are a volatile asset class, with little backing. Crypto asset trading was legalized in 2018 in the Ministry of Trade Regulation

Gemini ‘Aggressively Hiring’ with Over 200 New Crypto Job Openings

The Gemini cryptocurrency exchange is growing its workforce with a massive recruitment push that is aiming to bring on 200 new hires.Sponsored Sponsored According to a new report from Forbes, Gemini is “growing fast” and “aggressively hiring” with the company’s director of talent Jonathon Tamblyn, stating that the exchange is searching for more than 200 new hires at present. Tamblyn makes it clear that the company is not just looking for those with previous experience in the cryptocurrency sector, explicitly stating that it is not a prerequisite.Sponsored Sponsored This comes

Ripple CEO Says SEC Gives No Clear Framework for Crypto, Discusses XRP Lawsuit

As the lawsuit with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse insists that the Commission has provided no clarity in crypto regulation. He said the SEC is using its meetings with crypto companies as lead generation for enforcement actions, and the agency has lost sight of its mission to protect investors. Ripple’s CEO Claims SEC Uses Meetings With Crypto Companies as Lead Generation for Enforcement Actions Amid the SEC’s lawsuit over XRP, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse reiterated his concerns over the lack of clarity in

Ripple CEO Says SEC Gives No Clear Framework for Crypto, Discusses XRP Lawsuit

As the lawsuit with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse insists that the Commission has provided no clarity in crypto regulation. He said the SEC is using its meetings with crypto companies as lead generation for enforcement actions, and the agency has lost sight of its mission to protect investors. Ripple’s CEO Claims SEC Uses Meetings With Crypto Companies as Lead Generation for Enforcement Actions Amid the SEC’s lawsuit over XRP, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse reiterated his concerns over the lack of clarity in

Head of Australian Crypto Exchange Says Regulations Are Beneficial

The head of the popular Australian cryptocurrency exchange BTC Markets says crypto regulations provide benefits to the industry. Sponsored Sponsored In the global race for cryptocurrency adoption, regulations, and innovation Australia seeks its own piece of the action. According to the CEO of the country’s largest crypto exchange the country could get left behind without proper action.  Caroline Bowler is CEO of the exchange BTC Market. In an interview with Bloomberg she said it would be a “real shame for Australia if we don’t take this bull by the horns.”Sponsored Sponsored

Cryptocurrencies Must Be Monitored Says Argentine Central Bank President

The President of Argentina’s Central Bank has said that cryptocurrencies must be monitored closely and that they must not be used to flout foreign exchange regulation.Sponsored Sponsored Miguel Pesce said in a recent meeting organized by the Argentine Chamber of Fintech that the Argentine central bank would be “closely monitoring” cryptocurrencies. Pesce, the president of the central bank, said that the volatility of cryptocurrencies was one of the biggest issues. In addition, he wants to ensure that crypto cannot be used to flout foreign exchange controls. The virtual meeting saw

Singapore Monetary Authority Adds Binance to Investor Warning List

Singapore’s financial regulator, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has added Binance to its investor warning list, becoming yet another country to warn investors.Sponsored Sponsored The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the country’s financial regulator, has added Binance to its investor alert list. The list warns investors of companies or firms that “may have been wrongly perceived as being licensed or regulated by MAS.” This is similar to a warning issued by the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority. Bloomberg asked the MAS questions about the incident — and it may be

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

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