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Putin Says Russia Must Stop Illegal Cross-Border Crypto Transfers

Russia's President Putin says crypto use by "criminal elements" is increasing and law enforcement must monitor it more closely.

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EU Regulators Warn Again on Crypto Investment Risks

The European Supervisory Authorities said some cryptocurrencies are "highly risky and speculative" in a new report.

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UK Watchdog Bans 'Socially Irresponsible' Bitcoin Ad

The complainant said the ad targeted retirees and misled the public over the risks of bitcoin investment.

Obi Nwosu, CEO and founder of Coinfloor, at CoinDesk Invest (center)

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Bitcoin Suisse Pulls Banking License Application After Negative Feedback

FINMA cited money-laundering defense "weaknesses" as one reason for the license denial.

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Hawaiian House Dems Ask State Regulator to Reconsider Tough Rules for Crypto Firms

Under current requirements, exchanges must hold an amount of fiat equivalent to the value of the crypto their clients are holding.

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Belarus Aiming for More Control Over Digital Economy, Crypto Exchanges: Report

Belarusian protestors used bitcoin to support each other after a controversial election last year.

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Texas Securities Regulator Issues Emergency Order Against Binance Impersonator

"The pitch is relatively simple – invest a little, gain a lot and don’t worry about risk," the Texas State Securities Board said.

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UK Crypto Trade Group Calls for Action Over Chronic Delays to FCA Registrations

Only four out of 200 crypto businesses' applications to the FCA's Money Laundering Registration regime have seen a decision, said CryptoUK.

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Videos

Bitstamp: ‘Regulation Is Coming to Crypto’

Bitstamp’s Hunter Merghart says regulation is coming to crypto. “You can either fight it, or you can try to work with the regulators to develop a framework that helps the entire industry grow,” said Merghart. Plus, how Bitstamp ensures it can handle high traffic during the bull market.

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Jamaica to Pilot CBDC Later This Year

The Caribbean nation's finance minister announced plans to officially launch a CBDC during the annual national budget debate.

Kingston, Jamaica.