Tag: terrorism financing
Binance Official Pleads Not Guilty to Money Laundering Charges in Nigeria – CryptoCurrencyWire
A Binance executive has entered a plea of innocence regarding allegations of money laundering in a Nigerian court. Tigran Gambaryan, a United States citizen,...
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BIS: Stablecoins Offer Promise, but Need Consistent Regulation – Fintech Singapore
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has released a report, “Stablecoins: Regulatory Responses to Their Promise of Stability,” analysing the regulatory environments for stablecoins...
Argentina Introduces Compulsory Registration For Bitcoin And Cryptocurrency Trading – CryptoInfoNet
The government of Argentina is requiring all local crypto firms to register with its new regulatory body dedicated to the sector – or cease...
Recto: Dept. of Finance, SEC to Coordinate to Draft Crypto Guidelines | BitPinas
DOF Secretary Ralph Recto revealed a collaboration with the SEC to formulate thorough guidelines for overseeing cryptocurrency registration and trading.
Recto emphasized the importance of...
COSMIC Platform Goes Live in Singapore to Combat Financial Crime – Fintech Singapore
by Fintech News Singapore
April 1, 2024
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has officially rolled out the COSMIC platform, a digital initiative aimed at bolstering...
Hong Kong Crypto Exchange HKVAEX Announces Phased Shutdown
HKVAEX, a Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange, has initiated a phased suspension of their services, leading to a complete shutdown by May 1, 2024.
HKVAEX,...
Craig Wright’s “Satoshi Nakamoto” Claim Debunked in UK Court Ruling
In a collective effort, the regulatory authorities in Kuwait, represented by the Central Bank of Kuwait, the Capital Markets Authority, the Ministry of Commerce...
Nigerian Parliament Warns Binance As CEO Richard Teng Ignores Summons – CryptoInfoNet
The Chairman of the Nigerian House of Representatives Committee on Financial Crimes has threatened to take stern action against Binance over alleged terrorism financing...
Binance Ends Services for Nigerian Naira
Binance announces the discontinuation of all services tied to the Nigerian Naira (NGN) as it navigates the evolving regulatory landscape.
Binance, the world's leading...
Binance CEO Richard Teng asked to appear before Nigerian committee
Binance is in hot water in Nigeria in the aftermath of its settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Nigeria’s House of Representatives...
Nigeria Seeks $10 Billion in Damages from Binance
Nigerian government demands $10 billion from Binance, alleging cryptocurrency exchange's activities have adversely affected the Naira and the country's economy.
The Nigerian government is...
Emmer’s Criticism Of US Treasury Over Crypto Misinformation Highlights Regulatory Risks And Reputation Concerns – CryptoInfoNet
In a pivotal moment that underscores the volatile intersection of politics, technology, and finance, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer has openly criticized the US...
Crypto Ties To Terrorism ‘Overstated’ But Regulation Is Needed, Experts Tell Congress – Decrypt
U.S. Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.) did not mince words on Capitol Hill on Thursday, effectively calling out his fellow D.C. lawmakers whose “reactionary claims...