The emirate’s ambitious framework tackles a broad range of assets and activities, designed to attract firms seeking regulatory clarity.
France on the verge of passing stringent crypto firm licensing laws
The bill was passed with a vote of 109 in favor and 71 against and will now rely on the approval of president Emmanuel Macron to be signed into law.
Crypto Custodian Finoa Gets License Approvals From German Regulator BaFin
Hong Kong Proposes Rules for Crypto Trading Platforms
Service platforms that do not plan to apply for a license should start preparing for closure in the jurisdiction, Hong Kong’s securities regulator said.
South Korean legislature considering new licensing system for crypto
Regulators in South Korea have issued a new report that offers a bevy of recommendations for how to properly govern the country’s crypto industry.
Collectibles giant Funko shares surge after acquiring NFT app Tokenwave
Among the first publicly-traded companies to jump on the NFT bandwagon, they won’t be the last
Iran Issues License for Nation’s Biggest Bitcoin Mining Operation
A Turkish firm has been granted a license to operate a data center with up to 6,000 bitcoin mining machines.
Why Crypto Exchange OKCoin Jumped Through Hoops to Get Licensed in Japan
While Japan is known for its retail market, crypto exchange OKCoin believes the country’s strict licensing regime will attract institutional investors.
Hong Kong’s First Regulator-Approved Bitcoin Fund Targets $100M Raise
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has approved a bitcoin index fund from Arrano Capital, one aimed solely at institutional investors.
Binance CEO Says Crypto Exchange Has Applied for a Singapore License
The world’s top cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume is hoping to get the official green light to operate in Singapore.
UK Financial Service Provider to Coinbase, Bitstamp Awarded FCA Payments License
A company that provides payment services for cryptocurrency companies like Coinbase, Bitstamp and Galaxy Digital has been awarded a license by the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Over 1,000 Bitcoin Miners Granted Licenses in Iran: Report
Iran is said to be issuing licenses to miners after new legislation was brought in last year.
Investment App Robinhood Wins License to Operate in UK
Robinhood, a stocks, ETFs and crypto investment app, has been given the green light to operate as a broker by a U.K. regulator.
Crypto Exchange CEX.IO Expands US Service to Cover 31 States
The exchange now operates in 31 U.S. states and the District of Columbia after obtaining licenses in seven new jurisdictions.
Pakistan Introducing Regulations, Licensing Scheme for Crypto Firms
The government of Pakistan is putting in place regulations that will see digital currency firms licensed to combat illicit uses of the technology.
E-Commerce Giant Rakuten Wins License for New Crypto Exchange
Japan’s Financial Service Agency has licensed a cryptocurrency exchange being rebranded and relaunched by internet giant Rakuten.
Pennsylvania Clarifies That Crypto Exchanges Are Not Money Transmitters
Pennsylvania’s government has clarified that crypto exchanges and providers do not require a money transmission license to operate.
Dutch Financial Authorities Plan Licensing Scheme for Crypto Exchanges
Financial authorities in the Netherlands plan a licensing scheme for crypto exchanges and wallet providers to lower the risk of financial crimes.
Accenture Puts Software License Management on a Blockchain Platform
Accenture has rolled out a new software license management application built with distributed ledger tech from Digital Asset.
Japan’s FSA Expands Crypto Team to Handle Exchange License Reviews
Japan’s financial regulator is recruiting more people next year to handle the growing interest among Japanese companies in a crypto exchange license.