New Zealand
New Zealand Man Charged With Money Laundering via Crypto and Luxury Cars
As well as making cryptocurrency transactions, the man is alleged to have bought luxury cars and property to launder funds.
New Zealand Stock Exchange Hit Repeatedly by Cybercriminals Demanding Bitcoin
NZX has halted trading for the third day in a row as a result of cybercriminals attempting to extort cryptocurrency.
New Zealand Police Seize $90M Linked to Alleged BTC-e Exchange Operator
The bank funds are said to be linked to Russian Alexander Vinnik, who allegedly ran the defunct crypto exchange BTC-e.
Crypto Scams Targeting Pacific Communities on the Rise, Say New Zealand Regulators
A rise in cryptocurrency and coronavirus investment scams has prompted authorities to launch an awareness campaign.
Cryptopia Users Win Victory in Court Case Over Crypto Assets Worth Over $100M
In the fallout from a massive hack of the New Zealand cryptocurrency exchange, users at last have a little good news.
New Zealand Plans to Drop 'Unfavorable' Sales Tax Treatment of Cryptocurrencies
New Zealand's Inland Revenue Department is considering how best to change its tax regimen so cryptocurrencies aren't at a disadvantage.
New Zealand's ASB Bank Takes Stake in Trade Finance Blockchain Startup
ABS has invested a "significant" amount in TradeWindow, a startup working to put trade finance on a blockchain.
New Zealand Tax Office Makes It Legal to Pay Salaries in Crypto
New Zealand's Inland Revenue Department has made it legal to receive salaries in cryptocurrency, and be taxed accordingly.
Hacked Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Files for US Bankruptcy Protection
Cryptopia has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. seeking to preserve vital user data held on servers in Arizona
Hacked Cryptocurrency Exchange Cryptopia Goes Into Liquidation
Cryptopia, the crypto exchange hit by a major hack in mid-January, has appointed professional services firm Grant Thornton as liquidator.