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Anchorage co-founder to US regulators: ‘What we want is clarity’

There’s “15 different regulators” and “basically no clarity” when it comes to cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, according to Diogo Mónica.

More than 30% of Canadians plan to purchase crypto by 2024, says OSC head

Ontario Securities Commission CEO Grant Vingoe said the regulator planned to release a report in October which included crypto adoption rates in Canada.

South Korean judge dismisses warrant for individual involved in Terra collapse: Report

In his decision to dismiss the warrant, the judge reportedly considered that Yoo Mo had a residence and family ties in South Korea and was already barred from leaving the country.

Norway's government proposes eliminating reduced electricity tax for Bitcoin miners

"We are in a completely different situation in the power market now than when the reduced rate for data centers was introduced in 2016," said Norway's finance minister.

EU regulators ban cross-border payments from Russian crypto accounts

In a statement on Thursday, regulators in the European Union banned all crypto-asset wallets, accounts and custody services from Russia.

Kazakhstan grants Binance permanent license to offer digital asset services

The AIFC Financial Services Authority in Kazakhstan granted Binance a permanent license to a digital asset platform and provide custody services in the country.

South Korean foreign ministry orders Do Kwon to return his passport

Do Kwon who has an Interpol notice and an arrest warrant against his name has not been cooperative with the investigation agencies.

Korean police reportedly arrest first person involved in Terra collapse

The head of the business team of Terraform Labs was a part of Do Kwon’s inner circle.

US lawmakers request Justice Dept share CBDC assessment

The House members claimed the "appropriate place for the discussion" on legislation concerning a digital dollar would be in the U.S. legislative branch.

South Carolina treasurer goes on Bitcoin 'fact-finding trip' to El Salvador

The state official reportedly used his own funds to pay for the trip, which included discussing Bitcoin with government officials and exploring financial literacy programs.

Russia blocks OKX website for alleged unreliable financial information: Reports

The cryptocurrency exchange’s website was said to contain information about pyramid schemes, although no details were given; similar bans have been imposed before.

EU Council approves MiCA text, proposal moves to Parliament for vote

The Council's Permanent Representatives’ Committee chair confirmed that the MiCA framework would go through “should the European Parliament adopt its position at first reading."

Nasdaq needs clear regulations to launch crypto exchange, says VP

Nasdaq said that the retail side of the crypto market is quite saturated at the moment with many service providers looking to fulfill retail investors’ needs.

Crypto ATMs emerging as popular method for crypto scam payments: FBI

The FBI says alongside regular methods of payment such as wire transfers and prepaid cards, crypto ATMs are also becoming a prominent tool for crypto investment scammers.

DataVault requests US election agency's advice to send NFTs as a campaign fundraising incentive

The firm planned to market NFTs “in a manner akin to a campaign hat or souvenirs,” intending to have political committees offer them to high-volume low-dollar donors.

CFTC can issue summons through Ooki DAO's help chat box, says judge

A federal judge said the court’s decision was based on the CFTC effectively serving the Ooki DAO by providing the necessary documents in its Sept. 22 lawsuit.

European Parliament members vote in favor of crypto and blockchain tax policies

The resolution recommended authorities in the parliament's 27 member states consider a “simplified tax treatment” for crypto users involved in occasional or small transactions.

Wall Street disaster expert Bill Noble: Crypto spring is inevitable

“It’s 10% up or 10% down each day. I don’t have to wait five years in between crises. As a matter of fact, I only have to wait about 45 minutes.”

Man and Machine: Nansen’s analytics slowly labeling worldwide wallets

Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik sat down with Cointelegraph for an exclusive interview during Token2049.

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