Global market regulators are likely to launch a joint body within the next year to better coordinate cryptocurrency regulations, said a top executive of the
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Georgia to Unveil New Cryptocurrency Law by This Fall
Authorities in Georgia are now holding discussions with industry representatives to finalize a bill designed to regulate coin trading, among other crypto-related activities. The legislation
Illegal Use of Cryptocurrency Largely a Myth, Russian Lawmaker Says
Only a small share of cryptocurrency transactions have illicit purposes and the use of digital coins in illegal activities is for the most part a
Russia Proceeds With Efforts to Legalize Crypto Amid Sanctions Over Ukraine
Authorities in Russia are continuing their work to establish a comprehensive legal framework for crypto transactions. The efforts, which started before the military invasion of
Russian Government to Present Regulatory Scenarios for Cryptocurrencies Within a Week, Report
The federal government of Russia should be ready with different regulatory scenarios for the country’s crypto market by the end of next working week, documents
Russians Mining Crypto to Pay at Least 15% Tax, Companies – No Less Than 6%, Lawmaker Says
Private individuals mining cryptocurrency may expect a higher tax burden than businesses involved in the industry, a high-ranking member of the Russian parliament has indicated.
Russian Investors to Pass Exams Before Buying Cryptocurrencies, Draft Law Suggests
A new Russian law may oblige potential crypto investors to take a test before being allowed to purchase digital assets over a certain limit. The
Iran Blockchain Association Offers Help With Crypto Regulations, Says Regulators Are Not Qualified
The leading crypto industry association in Iran has slammed authorities for their passive stance regarding crypto regulation. The government’s inaction is a source of concern,
BNY Mellon Urges Ireland to Adopt Crypto Rules Before EU Regulations, Report Reveals
As authorities in the EU are still discussing union-wide cryptocurrency regulations, a major U.S. bank has reportedly lobbied the Irish government to adopt its own
Sri Lanka Appoints Committee to Draft Digital Currency Policy, Seeks Crypto Investments
In preparation to regulate its fintech space, the government of Sri Lanka has established a special committee tasked to formulate the country’s policy on digital
