The Bank of Japan said it has no plan to issue a central bank digital currency due to concerns over financial stability.
Japanese Official: No Plans For Central Bank Cryptocurrency
Japanese Official: No Plans For Central Bank Cryptocurrency
The Bank of Japan said it has no plan to issue a central bank digital currency due to concerns over financial stability.
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.
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.
Crypto Tax Support Is Coming Slowly to India
A partnership finds two India-based startups seeking to provide tools to crypto users who may need to report gains and losses on their 2018 taxes.
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.
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.
3.5 Million Traders: Japan Releases Domestic Cryptocurrency Statistics
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has published domestic cryptocurrency trading statistics for the first time.
Police Officers Charged in $1.3 Million Bitcoin Extortion Scheme
Ten Indian police officials have been charged with kidnapping and attempted extortion after allegedly forcing a victim to transfer 200 bitcoins.
$1 Billion Blockchain Fund Launches with Chinese Government Backing
China now has a new blockchain fund with $1.6 billion available – 30 percent of that backed by the Hangzhou city government.
Korea to Inspect 3 Banks Over Crypto Exchange AML Compliance
Three South Korean banks are to be inspected over their compliance with new anti-money laundering rules for cryptocurrency exchange accounts.
Japanese Regulator Suspends Two Crypto Exchanges Over KYC Failings
Japan’s financial regulator has ordered two cryptocurrency exchanges to halt operations for two months due to insufficient KYC procedures.
Korean Police Detain 4 Crypto Exchange Execs Over Alleged Embezzlement
South Korean police on Thursday detained four executives from two cryptocurrency exchanges over alleged embezzlement.
Korean Regulator Tells Crypto Exchanges to Revise User Agreements
South Korean regulators, whose decisions have shaken cryptocurrency markets in the past, are reportedly cracking down on exchanges’ contract terms.
Don’t Forget the ‘Other’ Cryptocurrency Tax
If cryptocurrency gains acceptance as a means of exchange, it’s sure to raise the ire of governments hungry for revenue from sales taxes.
New AML Rules for Australia’s Bitcoin Exchanges Kick In Today
Australia’s cryptocurrency exchanges must now follow new rules aimed to counter money laundering and terrorism financing.