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France's Markets Regulator Backs Global Rules for DeFi
The AMF wants industry stakeholders to contribute to a discussion about its views on supervising DeFi, DAOs and associated risks.

Binance Under Investigation in France for 'Aggravated' Money Laundering
Crypto exchange Binance's French unit is under investigation by local authorities for the "illegal" provision of digital asset services and "acts of aggravated money laundering," according to the Paris public prosecutor's office. Separately, Binance is leaving the Netherlands, after failing to persuade the Dutch regulator to issue a virtual asset service provider (VASP) license, which attests that it meets anti-money laundering (AML) guidelines. "The Hash" panel breaks down the latest developments.

BlackRock's iShares Files Paperwork for Spot Bitcoin ETF; Binance Global Fallout
The iShares unit of fund management giant BlackRock (BLK) filed paperwork Thursday afternoon with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the formation of a spot bitcoin (BTC) ETF. Separately, Binance's French unit undergoes investigation by local authorities for potential money laundering. The exchange is also leaving the Netherlands after failing to acquire a license from the Dutch regulator. "First Mover" hosts weigh in.

Binance Under Investigation in France for 'Aggravated' Money Laundering
Binance is suspected of illegally providing digital asset services to local customers, and implementing poor money laundering checks, the Paris public prosecutor told CoinDesk.

French Lawmakers Strike Softer Deal on Crypto Influencer Law
A final compromise appears to allow registered crypto firms to advertise through social media influencers, potentially easing industry fears.

Sorare Carves Out Unique Entry Method for France Due to NFT Regulations
The Web3 fantasy sports game is collaborating with the French National Gaming Authority to create a framework for France-based players who face a tighter regulatory regime.

Crypto Exchange OKX Targets France as Regional Hub With Plan to Hire 100 People
OKX has applied for a Digital Asset Service Provider license to join dozens of companies that have already won approval.

French Regulator Says Fleeing U.S. Crypto Firms ‘Welcome’
100-odd crypto companies fleeing U.S. regulatory uncertainty are "welcome" in France and could be registered in the country as the just-agreed MiCA EU crypto legislation beds in, Financial Markets Authority officials said. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the global crypto industry.

Allow Influencers to Promote Registered Crypto Firms, French Senators Say
Lawmakers in the French National Assembly are seeking to effectively ban social media crypto promotions, but a key Senate committee appears to favor lighter restrictions.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Starts Work Week in the Red
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for April 24, 2023.
