Apr 17, 20202 min read
Netherlands considers heavy handed 5AMLD implementation
The Netherlands Ministry of Finance is considering a 5AMLD implementation proposal that could have consequences for digital currency firms
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BLOCKCHAIN, LAW AND REGULATION
Steven Pettigrove, Partner, Piper Alderman
Michael Bacina, Partner, NXT Law
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Feb 26, 20205 min read
Central Bank Digital Currencies around the world
Across the globe, central banks have been experimenting, and implementing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).
Feb 26, 20202 min read
FinCEN rehires Chainalysis executive to confront cyber crimes
Chief Technical Counsel of Chainalysis, Michael Mosier, will return to FINCen in a new role as Deputy Director.
Feb 17, 20202 min read
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Jan 31, 20203 min read
Cryptocurrency and criminals: assessing the evidence in Chainalysis' 2020 Report
Is crypto and blockchain a world of cyber criminals? How much darket money is sloshing around? Chainalysis' 2020 report is a must read
Jan 17, 20203 min read
EU Countries commence crypto regulations as new AML Directive arrives
The 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD5) is now in effect, and extends the EU’s AML/CTF rules to include virtual currencies.
Dec 11, 20192 min read
Ukraine underline crypto policy in new AML law
The Ukranian government has approved the final version of a money laundering law that will handle virtual assets and VASPs.
Dec 5, 20192 min read
Breakthrough German law allows banks to sell bitcoin in 2020
A local German news outlet, Handelsblatt, has reported that banking institutions in Germany can now provide digital assets to their clients.
Dec 3, 20192 min read
FinCEN Head heeds warning that AML crypto rules will be strictly enforced
Director of FinCEN has stated that anti-money laundering (AML) laws will be strictly enforced when it comes to cryptocurrencies.
Nov 29, 20192 min read
France moving forward in blockchain regulation
An interview with Bougartchev Moyne Associés, revealed new regulatory developments in the French crypto space.
Nov 22, 20192 min read
Blockchain a solution to boost AUSTRAC compliance
Following revelations of serious AML/CTF breaches by major Australian banks, blockchain is being identified as a possible solution.
Nov 6, 20192 min read
FATF determines DLT desirable for digital identity
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has released draft guidance on the use of digital identity for customer due diligence...
Oct 18, 20193 min read
Blockchain helps bust bad guys in darkweb shutdown
The US Department of Justice has revealed the shutdown of a child exploitation website was facilitated by unique blockchain analysis ...
Oct 17, 20192 min read
The EU Legal and Regulatory Framework of Blockchains and Smart Contracts
The European Union Blockchain Observatory & Forum recently published its thematic report on the 'Legal and Regulatory Framework
Sep 24, 20191 min read
Elementus raises almost $4 million from Fidelity investments
Anti-crime tools for digital currency misuse have a bright future with Elementus raising ~$4 million from Fidelity Investments.
Sep 12, 20191 min read
Libra to seek payment licence in Switzerland
Libra Association has announced they will be seeking a payment licence from FINMA, the Swiss Financial Services regulator. This is hot on...
Sep 11, 20191 min read
Switzerland issues Stablecoin Guidance
Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority FINMA, has announced supplemental guidance for stablecoins (FINMA adopts the term stable...
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