Virtual Assets

Explore the dynamic world of virtual assets and their regulatory challenges. Stay ahead on the evolving landscape of virtual asset regulation and best practices for financial institutions.

Beyond The Hype: The True Role of Virtual Assets in Russia Sanctions Evasion

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With the onset of stringent sanctions against Russia in 2022, US officials and financial analysts began to speculate about the potential for cryptocurrencies to serve as a means for evasion. But can virtual assets enables a nation's efforts to evade sanctions?

Bitcoin Breakthrough – Navigating the New Era of SEC-Approved Spot Bitcoin ETPs

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) landmark approval of 11 Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) from several leading financial firms, including BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale Investments, this month marks a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for virtual assets.

A Pivotal Year for Virtual Assets – 2023 Highlights

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2023 was a year of significant upheavals in the world of virtual assets, highlighting glaring vulnerabilities and the dire need for regulatory interventions. From major financial losses caused by security breaches to high-profile legal battles and settlements, 2023 was chock full of developments that almost certainly demonstrate the resilience and endurance of virtual currencies.

What Financial Institutions Can Learn from the Binance Settlement

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Explore lessons learned from the recent Binance settlement including risk mitigation strategies for banks and other financial institutions.

Binance Settles with Regulators

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Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, on November 21st pleaded guilty and agreed to pay more than $4.3 billion to resolve the US Justice Department’s investigation into its violations of the Bank..

MiCAR Defined – The EU’s Blueprint for Crypto Regulation

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The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) went into effect on June 29, 2023, and will be fully applied by December 30, 2024.