Laws like the Bank Secrecy Act, which turns 50 this week, have helped stop money laundering and terrorism. But KYC and AML requirements have served to harm the world's neediest through higher costs and reduced services.
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A New Company Claims It's Opening the Biggest Mining Farm in Russia
MineSpot, a company previously unknown in the crypto mining industry, is opening a 160-megawatt mining venue in Siberia.
Proposed Chinese Law Outlaws All Yuan-Pegged Tokens ? Except for Its CBDC
The new version will essentially also clear the way for the digital yuan to be the one and only official yuan-pegged token in mainland China.
Active Bitcoin Addresses at Highest Since 2017’s $20K Price Record
Continued rise in network's usage could accelerate the price rally.
Digital Ruble ‘Promising,’ Pilot Likely in 2021, Says Bank of Russia Chief
The Bank of Russia might launch its own CBDC, a digital ruble, after piloting the project at the end of next year, its chairwoman said.
Kik’s Token Survives SEC Battle, No Barrier to Exchange Listings, Says Kin Foundation
The Kin Foundation says both itself and the Kin token have survived the recently resolved court battle with the U.S. SEC over a 2017 ICO.
First Mover: As Bitcoin Tops $13K, Analyst Explains How Blockchain Gives Clues on Next Move
Chainalysis Chief Economist Philip Gradwell tips his five favorite blockchain data points for analyzing cryptocurrency markets.
Ripple Eyeing Move to London Over XRP-Friendly Stance, CEO Says
It would be „advantageous for Ripple to operate in the U.K.,? said Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse.
CME’s Rise in Bitcoin Futures Rankings Signals Growing Institutional Interest
CME has risen to second place in terms of bitcoin futures open interest, passing Binance and BitMEX.
Five On-Chain Indicators Investors Should Follow: Chainalysis
We talk to Philip Gradwell, chief economist at the blockchain intelligence firm Chainalysis, to discuss the five indicators every crypto trader should track.