Off to the Races: Kryptoin Re-files Bitcoin ETF Opting to List on Cboe Over...
On April 9, 2021, the Delaware-based company and sponsor of the “Kryptoin Bitcoin ETF Trust” filed an S1 amendment for a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the U.S. Securities...
The Daily: Crypto Startups Licensed in Poland, Dutch Bank Offers Coin Storage
In this edition of The Daily, the Polish financial watchdog has authorized two crypto companies to operate as payment service providers and a bank in the Netherlands now offers...
Japanese Regulator Clarifies Stance on Bitcoin ETFs and Derivatives
Japan’s top financial regulator has clarified to news.Bitcoin.com its stance on bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), cryptocurrency derivatives, and upcoming regulatory changes. This follows reports that the agency may be...
67 Cryptocurrency Companies Probed by UK Regulator
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has reportedly provided an update of its investigations of crypto companies. A total of 67 inquiries were launched, 49 of which have been...
Japan Reveals Expectations for Crypto Industry Self-Regulation
In an exclusive interview with news.Bitcoin.com, Japan’s top financial regulator revealed its expectations for the self-regulation of cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan. The agency has approved a self-regulatory organization, which...
The Daily: Belgium Blacklists More Crypto Platforms, UAE Prepares ICO Regulations
In this edition of The Daily, Belgium’s financial regulator has expanded its list of fraudulent platforms offering cryptocurrency investments, while UAE has announced it’s working on new ICO regulations....
The Daily: Japan Calls All Coins ‘Crypto Assets’, Russia Defines Cryptocurrency as Property
The Financial Services Agency of Japan has resolved to refer to cryptocurrencies as “crypto assets” in order to prevent confusion with legal tender. Also in The Daily, the Justice...
Israel Tax Authority Launches Offensive on Undisclosed Crypto Earnings
Local reports have asserted that the Israel Tax Authority has launched a renewed crackdown on unreported cryptocurrency earnings. The Israeli tax regulator has opened hundreds of tax accounts and...
Japan Unveils Plans to Regulate Initial Coin Offerings
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has held several meetings to discuss how to best regulate initial coin offerings. In addition to registration requirements, the regulator reportedly plans to amend two...