Regulation


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Crypto Investors Can Rely on ‘Frankly Nothing’ in Current Regulatory Environment, Says Former FDIC Official

Chief Innovation Officer Sultan Meghji joined CoinDesk TV’s “First Mover” to discuss why crypto investors can rely on “frankly, nothing.”

Former FDIC Chief Innovation Officer Sultan Meghji (CoinDesk TV screenshot, modified by CoinDesk)

Policy

Crypto Industry Portrayed 'Illusion of Respectability', Paul Krugman Says

In a New York Times article, the economist examined how the industry was able to market itself to respectable institutions and individuals.

The recent market downturn has made regulating crypto "politically possible." (Best Backgrounds/Shutterstock)

Policy

France Starts Second Stage of Wholesale CBDC Experiments, Central Bank Governor Says

Banque de France head François Villeroy de Galhau said the work ensures that France stands ready to bring central bank money as a settlement asset as early as 2023.

Banque de France head François Villeroy de Galhau (Horacio Villalobos/Getty Images)

Policy

Global Financial Watchdog FSB to Propose Crypto Regulations in October

The Financial Stability Board will recommend ways to oversee stablecoins and other digital assets to the G-20.

The FSB, whose chairman is Klaas Knot, will make recommendations to the G-20 on how to  regulate stablecoins and other crypto assets. (Horacio Villalobos /Getty Images)

Policy

India's Law Enforcement Agency Probes Crypto Exchanges for Forex Violations

The investigation comes amid a slide in the rupee to a record low versus the greenback.

India's law enforcement agency seeks detailed information on alleged forex violations by crypto exchanges. (Pixabay, PhotoMosh)

Finance

Binance Secures Registration in Spain Through Its Moon Tech Subsidiary

The company can now offer crypto trading and custody services in the country.

Sede del Banco de España. (Shutterstock)

Finance

Ethics Watchdog Bars US Government Employees From Writing Crypto Policy if Invested

A new legal advisory from the Office of Government Ethics bars federal workers who own crypto from working on policies that could influence the value of their digital assets.

White House (Suzy Brooks/Unsplash)

Policy

Huobi Tech Subsidiary Is Granted US Money Transfer License

The license opens the door for the brokerage unit to offer cryptocurrency transactions in the future.

Huobi moves forward with plans to enter the U.S. market. (Aaron Burden/Unsplash)

Policy

Singapore's Central Bank Weighs Further Safeguards on Retail Crypto Trading

The Monetary Authority of Singapore may introduce rules on the use of leverage in crypto transactions.

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