The mining exec concluded that Bitcoin mining operations will continue to exist in China but large miners will likely be out of the picture and be replaced by home, small or medium-sized mining operations.
However, the Bank of Canada is still forging ahead with the development process on a digital currency, should the need arise to release such a financial tool to the public.
FSTB's Christopher Hui said imposing mandatory requirements could protect investors, prevent market manipulation, and facilitate the crypto industry's development.
Bank of Korea Gov. Lee Ju-yeol is concerned that the volatility of crypto prices could damage the finances of South Korean individuals who are engaged in trading at leverage.
Crypto app Luno ran a high-profile BTC ad campaign that was featured heavily across the city’s rapid transit system called the London Underground as well as the bus network since December last year,
Discussions are ongoing on the creation of a new panel after the recommendations made by the committee headed by former finance secretary Subhash Garg are now increasingly viewed as outdated.
The FDIC seeks to improve its understanding of the use cases of cryptocurrencies in financial markets, intermediation, settlements, and payment systems.
The Reserve Bank of India has reportedly informally asked financial institutions to sever their ties with entities involved in crypto-related businesses.
Platforms will need to submit monthly reports that includethe list of accounts with which they identify each of the clients; registrations, cancellations, and modifications that occur; total amounts of income, expense…
While the bank acknowledges the risks associated with issuing its CBDC, it hinted that it is inclined to go ahead with the plan if benefits outweigh those risks.
The Korean Federation of Banks expressed concerns about the potential risks for banks that provide services to platforms that might be overexposed to altcoins.
Senate Committee on Technology and Finance recently published a report that made several recommendations on issues surrounding blockchain and cryptocurrencies.