In response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the digital assets industry, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) has called for the establishment of independent self-regulatory organizations (SRO) dedicated to overseeing this sector. The initiative aims to enhance the regulatory landscape in Hong Kong to support innovation and security within
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The upcoming MiCA regulation is set to bring significant changes to the crypto industry, requiring companies to ensure compliance for a smooth transition. As the European Union (EU) takes steps towards regulating the crypto-asset market, companies need to be prepared for the implications of MiCA on their operations. Key Requirements of MiCA MiCA aims to
Bitcoin’s fourth halving has recently taken place, reducing the block reward from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC. This event, occurring every four years, is a crucial moment in the cryptocurrency realm. The daily issuance of Bitcoin has now been halved to around 450 Bitcoin, compared to the previous 900. This reduction will continue until the
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) has experienced a significant drop in price, decreasing by 20% over the last week to trade at $484. This decline mirrors the larger cryptocurrency market, with BCH appearing to track the movements of Bitcoin, the market leader. The recent sell-off in cryptocurrencies, including BCH and Bitcoin, was prompted by growing turmoil in
Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, recently made a significant move by converting its Secure Asset Fund for Users (SAFU) into Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin. This conversion was confirmed through on-chain data, showcasing the company’s commitment to enhancing the reliability and stability of SAFU by utilizing a trusted, audited, and transparent stablecoin like USDC. USDC
Cryptocurrency exchange and trading platform Bybit recently released a report discussing the implications of the upcoming Bitcoin halving event on the supply dynamics of Bitcoin within exchanges in the crypto space. This report provides valuable insights into how the halving event could increase scarcity and significantly influence the price of BTC. Bybit disclosed that the
Recent discussions between House leaders and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer have sparked speculation about potential action on stablecoin legislation in the upcoming sessions. The House Financial Services Chair Patrick McHenry and ranking member Maxine Waters have engaged in talks with Schumer, highlighting the need for regulatory clarity in the field of financial technology. Reports
Recently, US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Charles Grassley have taken action to demand a comprehensive account of all interactions between Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Rostin Behnam and notorious crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). This initiative comes in the wake of Bankman-Fried’s severe sentencing to 25 years in prison for defrauding investors of $8
Bitrace, a prominent data analysis company, has recently taken steps to address the increasing number of cryptocurrency-related crimes in Hong Kong. As part of their Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, Bitrace conducted training sessions on on-chain fund tracking for members of the Hong Kong Police Force. This initiative aims to enhance law enforcement’s understanding of blockchain
According to IRS criminal investigation chief Guy Ficco, there has been a noticeable increase in taxpayers committing tax crimes related to cryptocurrency. These crimes, categorized as “pure crypto tax crimes,” encompass a range of violations falling under Title 26 of the US Code, specifically federal income tax violations. Some examples of these crimes include failing