financial regulation
Oxford Law Researchers Call for Strict Cryptocurrency Regulation to Avoid Another Financial Crisis
Researchers at Oxford University Law Faculty claim that crypto market regulation is mandatory to prevent systemic risk in times of financial crisis.
Africa Crypto Adoption Sparks Regulation Concerns
The accelerated growth of blockchain technology in Africa recently has raised concerns over the possible implementation of knee-jerk regulation.
Taiwanese Singer Chen Lingjiu Implicated in JPEX Cryptocurrency Fraud Case
Taiwanese singer Chen Lingjiu faces fraud case involving JPEX, highlighting potential pitfalls of celebrity endorsements in cryptocurrency investments and the need for robust regulatory measures.
HKMA Imposes HK$10 Million Fine on DBS Bank (Hong Kong) for AML Failures
HKMA has imposed a HK$10 million penalty on DBS Bank (Hong Kong) for breaches of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance.
SFC and HKMA Release Updated List of Financial Service Providers for OTC Derivatives
The SFC and HKMA have published their annual updates to the list of financial services providers under the OTC derivatives regulatory regime.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Warns Against Unauthorized Banking Activities
The HKMA alerts the public about unauthorized banking activities by a firm operating without proper authorization in Hong Kong.
Tse Tsun Wai Convicted and Fined for Unlicensed Activity
Tse Tsun Wai has been convicted and fined for engaging in unlicensed financial activities, according to the Securities and Futures Commission.
SFC Announces New Appointments and Re-Appointments of Non-Executive Directors
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has welcomed the appointment and re-appointment of several Non-Executive Directors.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Publishes Conclusions on Three-Tier Banking System Review
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has released the conclusions of its public consultation on the three-tier banking system, proposing a transition to a two-tier system.
China Forestry Executives Found Guilty of Market Misconduct
The Market Misconduct Tribunal finds China Forestry's former chairman and CEO guilty of false disclosures and insider trading.
HKMA Imposes Penalty on WeChat Pay Hong Kong for AML Failures
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has fined WeChat Pay Hong Kong Limited HK$875,000 for contravening anti-money laundering regulations.
HKMA and SFC Finalize Proposals to Enhance Hong Kong's OTC Derivatives Reporting Regime
The HKMA and SFC have concluded their consultation on enhancements to Hong Kong's OTC derivatives reporting regime, aiming for implementation in September 2025.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Proposes Key Enhancements to Banking Ordinance
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has opened a public consultation on proposed amendments to the Banking Ordinance, aiming to strengthen regulatory frameworks and enhance banking stability.
South Korea Tightens Regulations on Crypto Mixers Amid Money Laundering Concerns
South Korea's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is set to introduce new regulations targeting digital asset mixers, mirroring similar moves by the US. These measures aim to curb the use of crypto mixers for illegal money laundering.
Mercari Japan Embraces Bitcoin Payments
Mercari, Japan's e-commerce leader, announces Bitcoin payment integration by June 2024, leveraging its subsidiary Melcoin. This reflects Japan's advanced crypto regulatory environment, fostering digital currency adoption in commerce.
China Dismantles $2.2 Billion Underground Banking Operation Leveraging Cryptocurrencies
Chinese authorities have dismantled a $2.2 billion underground banking network that used cryptocurrencies to bypass financial controls, seizing $28,000 worth of digital currencies.
How Bitcoin will react to US Government Shutdown
The impending US government shutdown threatens to delay the SEC's approval for a spot Bitcoin ETF, amongst other financial repercussions. The scenario also underscores the growing frequency of federal shutdowns and the persistent concerns of credit rating agencies over the US's fiscal policymaking, all of which could have broader implications for both traditional and crypto financial markets.
Circle Formally Refutes Allegations of Illicit Financing and Connections to Justin Sun
Circle denies CfA's allegations of illicit financing and Justin Sun ties, emphasizing regulatory compliance and advocating for stronger stablecoin laws, as clarified by Dante Disparte.
United States Moves Forward With Crypto Regulation
Two new crypto-related bills were discussed among the House Agriculture Committee this week as the United States moves forward with crypto regulation.
Bank of Lithuania Calls For Uniform Regulation for Digital Financial Innovation Across Europe
Bank of Lithuania, Lietuvos Bankas, has proposed uniform regulations throughout the European Union in response to the European Commission’s consultations for the development of the digitalization of financial services in Europe.
President Biden Freezes Mnuchin's Controversial Proposed Regulation on Unhosted Crypto Wallets
FinCEN’s controversial regulation proposal on “unhosted” crypto wallet has been effectively frozen by President Joe Biden as his administration takes office today.
Ripple Co-Founder Hints Move From US Regulation: “Blockchain and Digital Currencies are not Welcome”
Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen is considering moving Ripple’s base from the United States due to crushing biased regulation.
What Coinbase CEO’s Crypto Regulation Rumors Mean for Bitcoin if Pushed by US Treasury?
Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, warned that the Trump Administration may be targeting Bitcoin on its way out of office through regulation, but what impact could it have?
CFTC Chairman Calls For Principle-Based Not Rules-Based Regulation For Crypto
Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Heath Tarbert has stated his preference for the financial governance to be principle based rather than a strictly enforced set of rules. This extends to cryptocurrency and digital assets.
Russian Prime Minister Calls for Civilized Approach to Crypto Regulation
Mikhail Mishustin, the Russian prime minister, has stated that the cryptocurrency market ought to be advanced in a civilized manner.
European Securities and Markets Authority Prioritizes Crypto-Related Regulation
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) announced its key priorities list for 2020-2022. In its published document “Strategic Orientation for 2020-22,” the ESMA reflected its focus on supervisory convergence and its role in building the Capital Markets Union.
Coinbase CEO Warns Exiting President Trump May Drop Crypto Wallet Regulation Bomb
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong shared rumors that the Trump Administration may rush crypto wallet regulations on traders with privacy-invading data-collection requirements.
China's Central Bank and Watchdogs Meet with Jack Ma and Ant Group Execs following Regulation Criticism
Ant Group founder Jack Ma and the firm’s top executives met with PBoC and three financial regulators as China published new draft rules for online micro-lending.