Denmark Considers Regulating Self-Custody Bitcoin Wallets and DeFi Interfaces, Sparking Industry Debate

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jul 1, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Denmark is taking a significant step in the cryptocurrency world by considering regulations for self-custody Bitcoin wallets and decentralized finance (DeFi) interfaces. The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority’s (DFSA) new guidance aims to bring comprehensive...

ATO Tightens Crypto Tax Compliance with Enhanced Data Collection Program

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jul 1, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is closely tracking crypto gains as the financial year ends on June 30, 2024. This year, the ATO has significantly ramped up its efforts in crypto tax compliance by launching an improved data matching program to ensure accurate...

Ripple President Monica Long Discusses Ripple’s Future and XRP ETF Prospects Amid Legal Battles

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 27, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Monica Long, president of Ripple on 25 June, 2024, illuminated the company’s advancements and future opportunities in light of a favorable court decision that ruled XRP is not a security. This verdict, which goes against the U.S. Securities and Exchange...

Singapore MP Tin Pei Ling Joins MetaComp as Co-President, Eyes Sustainable Finance Growth

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 27, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Tin Pei Ling, the Singapore Member of Parliament for MacPherson, has taken on a new role as co-president of MetaComp, a digital payment token service provider based in Singapore. Tin announced her move on LinkedIn, expressing her enthusiasm for driving strategic...

Hong Kong Establishes Subcommittee to Draft Cryptocurrency Regulations, Aiming to Lead Digital Asset Space

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 26, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Hong Kong in efforts towards becoming a leading regional hub for digital assets with the establishment of a new subcommittee dedicated to drafting comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations. Johnny Ng Kit-Chong, a member of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region...

Senator Cynthia Lummis Hails Passage of Pro-Bitcoin Bill, Emphasizes States’ Rights

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 26, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo) celebrated the recent passage of a pro-Bitcoin bill in Louisiana, marking a significant moment for states’ rights in the cryptocurrency landscape. On Monday, Lummis lauded the new legislation aimed at defending Bitcoin rights and...