The Bank of Japan said it has no plan to issue a central bank digital currency due to concerns over financial stability.
Coinbase Just Bought One of Bitcoin’s Best-Funded Startups
U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has confirmed the acquisition of Earn.com, one of bitcoin’s best-funded startups.
Malta Proposes Test to Define When ICOs Are Securities
Malta is moving closer to introducing a test that would clearly define when assets derived from initial coin offerings are securities.
Many ICOs May Be Frauds, Says Hong Kong Securities Watchdog
The deputy head of Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has taken a skeptical tone in statements on initial coin offerings.
Shot Taiwanese Bitcoin Miner Blames Trading Crackdown in China
Toughened bitcoin trading rules in mainland China may have led to a Taiwanese bitcoin miner being shot by gangland investors, a report suggests.
Bitcoin Thief Could Be Caned for $300K Robbery in Singapore
Two bitcoin brokers in Singapore were assaulted and robbed by nearly $300,000 in cash while meeting with a prospect bitcoin seller offline.
Bermuda Wants Crypto Regulation to Fuel ‘Phenomenal’ Business Growth
The Bermuda Monetary Authority has published a consultation paper that is seeking public feedback on a proposed regulation on cryptocurrencies.
Blockchain Motor Insurance Trial Moves Ahead in Hong Kong
A financial industry self-regulator in Hong Kong is developing a blockchain powered platform for the city’s motor insurance sector.
Banking Giant SBI Subsidiary Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
SBI Bank LLC, a commercial bank owned by Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings, is joining blockchain banking consortium R3.
Banking Giant SBI Subsidiary Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
SBI Bank LLC, a commercial bank owned by Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings, is joining blockchain banking consortium R3.
Santander Launching Blockchain Payment App This Week
Banking giant Santander Group is reportedly launching a blockchain-based application for cross-border foreign exchange on Friday.
Santander Launching Blockchain Payment App This Week
Banking giant Santander Group is reportedly launching a blockchain-based application for cross-border foreign exchange on Friday.
Police Abruptly Halt Chinese Blockchain Conference
A blockchain-themed conference in Shanghai was suspended by police on Thursday for so-far unclear reasons.
BitFlyer Exchange Toughens User Verification Amid Watchdog Scrutiny
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange BitFlyer says it will revise its know-your-customer procedures after criticism from a financial regulator.
Search Giant Baidu Unveils Blockchain Stock Photo Platform
Chinaese search giant Baidu has launched a blockchain-based stock photo service in bid to protect image intellectual property in China.
Taiwan Moves to Capture Bitcoin Under Money Laundering Laws
The government of Taiwan has moved a step closer to regulating bitcoin under existing anti-money laundering (AML) rules.
Cloud Mining Contracts Are Securities, Says Philippines SEC
The Philippines securities watchdog has warned that it will regulate cryptocurrency cloud mining contracts under existing securities rules.
Bank of England Eyes Regulatory Oversight of Private Blockchain Data
The Bank of England is examining how to maintain data privacy over a DLT network while still allowing a regulatory window into transactions.
Alibaba’s Taobao Bars Crypto, ICO Services In Policy Update
Alibaba’s Taobao e-commerce site has updated its list of prohibited goods and services on the platform, which now includes those related to cryptos.
China Needs Better Regulation for Blockchain Growth, Experts Say
Industry experts spoke of the need for regulations and standards to boost blockchain growth at a Chinese event on Tuesday.