Senate majority leader Schumer pushes for crypto regulation by year-end

Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer has set himself the goal of passing comprehensive crypto legislation by the end of 2024. Schumer made the statement at a virtual town hall meeting hosted by Crypto4Harris, a newly-formed initiative to push pro-crypto talking points for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. During the proceedings, attended by Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Debbie Stabenow, as well as Colorado Governor Jared Polis and investor Mark Cuban, the New York senator declared his intention to pass a bipartisan crypto bill out of the Senate and into law by…

Peru Issues VASP Regulation, Strengthens AML/TF Requirements

The Superintendence of Banking and Insurance (SBS) of Peru, has issued a resolution that forces VASPs to implement Know Your Customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) measures as part of a compliance plan. The resolution is in line with FATF recommendations and seeks to control and avoid criminals to use these platforms for illicit purposes. […] Source CryptoX Portal

EU’s MiCA regulation puts stablecoins at risk

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino believes MiCA’s latest regulatory move puts banking systems and the use of stablecoins in the EU at a “systemic risk.” In a recent interview with Cryptox, Ardoino shared his concerns about a passed MiCA regulation that took effect on June 30. See below. The newly implemented law requires stablecoin issuers under the EU to keep at least 60% of their reserves in EU-based bank accounts. The CEO highlighted that the regulation could be problematic because EU cash deposits above €100,000 are not insured, a relatively small…

U.S. Cryptocurrency Regulation Shifts with Political Sentiment

The landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the U.S. has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. What was once met with skepticism and stringent oversight is now evolving into a more nuanced and balanced approach, driven by shifting political sentiment and a deeper understanding of the technology’s potential. This article explores the changing dynamics of cryptocurrency regulation in the U.S., focusing on the roles played by the political landscape and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Early Skepticism and Regulatory Challenges In the early days of cryptocurrency, the industry faced considerable…

French Regulator Begins Accepting Crypto Service Provider Applications Ahead of MiCA Regulation

The French financial regulatory authority has begun accepting applications for authorization as a crypto asset service provider under the European Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation, ahead of its implementation in December 2024. This regulation mandates prior authorization for market participants offering crypto asset services in the EU, with strict adherence to anti-money laundering, cybersecurity, and […] Source CryptoX Portal

Global Crypto Exchange Coinbase (COIN) Concerned About ‘Ongoing Regulation by Enforcement’ in Australia

“We’ve been quite vocal with our concerns about ASIC potentially just continuing to make enforcements”, during the “four or five roundtables” in recent weeks, O’Loghlen said, even though he complimented a new ASIC team for “very much reaching out to all industry players” … “proactively” having “a coffee conversation with 50 or so groups.” Source

XRP Price Jumps As Ripple Leadership Blasts SEC’s ‘Hypocritical’ Crypto Regulation

The XRP price has climbed by over 4% within the last 24 hours, extending its bullish trend observed over the past month. This increase propelled the token to a four-month peak of $0.6377 early on Tuesday, outperforming the top 10 cryptocurrencies in the market. However, this recent surge in value coincides with strong criticism from key Ripple executives, including CEO Brad Garlinghouse and the company’s Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty, directed at the leadership of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  Ripple’s Response To Amendments In Binance Lawsuit As…

Ripple CEO Slams SEC Hypocrisy and Haphazard Crypto Regulation

Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s inconsistent regulatory practices after the regulator revealed its intention to amend its complaint against Binance concerning the security status of certain crypto tokens. He highlighted the contradiction between SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s statements and the agency’s actions, emphasizing the need for clear, consistent […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal