Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), an investment vehicle for Bitcoin, is currently trading at its lowest discount in almost two years. The discount to Bitcoin’s net asset value (NAV) has narrowed to 15.87% as of October 13th. This discount measures how much a mutual fund or ETF is trading below its true value. The narrowing of […]
The Australian federal government is planning to introduce new regulations that will require cryptocurrency exchanges to obtain a financial services license. The regulations will focus on the exchanges themselves rather than individual tokens or cryptocurrencies. Exchanges holding more than $5 million in aggregate or exceeding $1,500 for any individual user will be required to obtain […]
Upbit, South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has received in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license in Singapore. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) granted the approval, allowing Upbit Singapore to offer digital payment token services to institutional investors while awaiting its full license. This approval is seen as a strategic milestone for Upbit […]
The Australian federal government is considering implementing new regulations that would require cryptocurrency exchanges to obtain a financial services license from the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC). The aim of these regulations is to protect consumers while still fostering innovation in the digital asset sector. The proposed framework focuses on regulating exchanges and service […]
California Governor has approved a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, known as the Digital Financial Assets Law. Under this legislation, individuals and businesses involved in digital asset activities will be required to obtain a regulatory license, similar to banks and money transmitters. This move aims to bring more oversight and control to the crypto industry […]
Top US cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is pressuring the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to respond to a rulemaking petition it submitted last year. Coinbase is seeking clarification from the SEC on how securities laws apply to digital assets. The exchange’s chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, criticized the SEC’s previous update on the matter as […]
A new hook has been introduced on the open-source directory for Uniswap V4 hooks, causing controversy in the crypto community. This hook allows users to undergo Know Your Customer (KYC) checks before trading on a pool. However, some users are criticizing the hook, expressing concerns that it could lead to decentralized finance protocols being whitelisted […]
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly decided not to appeal a court ruling regarding Grayscale and its Bitcoin Trust product. Grayscale had sued the SEC after its bid to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into a Bitcoin ETF was rejected. A federal judge later ruled that the SEC must reconsider the application […]
Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBGs) from G20 nations have unanimously adopted the ‘G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Communique’ during their meeting in Marrakesh, Morocco. This decision comes after the G20 member nations accepted a crypto regulatory roadmap outlined in a collaborative report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial […]
In the world of cryptocurrency staking, assessing counterparty risk and compliance is crucial. To ensure a successful staking venture, it is important to conduct thorough due diligence. When evaluating potential counterparties, there are several key questions to consider. Firstly, it is essential to assess the counterparty’s reputation and track record. This can be done by […]
