The Group of Central Bank Governors and Heads of Supervision (GHOS) has reviewed the implementation of Basel III reforms and postponed the crypto asset standard implementation date to January 1, 2026. Basel III, finalized in 2017, continues to see widespread adoption, with two-thirds of member jurisdictions expected to implement the reforms fully or partially by […]
Philippines Regulator to Unveil Cryptocurrency Regulatory Framework in Second Half of 2024
Emilio B. Aquino, chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission in the Philippines, announced plans to introduce a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency in the latter half of 2024. Aquino expressed optimism that tech giants Apple and Google will promptly comply with the SEC’s request to remove Binance’s applications from their app stores. Safeguarding the Interests […]
Cryptocurrencies Not Banned, Vietnam Requires Legal Framework for Regulation — Govt Official
A government official from Vietnam has stated that cryptocurrencies are not prohibited. However, the country urgently needs to establish a legal framework to regulate their use, the official said. The Finance Ministry has been tasked with drafting a framework to govern crypto assets, which is due for completion by May 2025. Finance Ministry Directed to […]
Indian Finance Minister Says Crypto Assets Cannot Be Currencies — Expects ‘Some Framework Emerging’ From G20 Discussion
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that it is the position of the Indian government that crypto assets cannot be currencies, which are issued by central banks. She clarified that crypto assets can be used for trading, speculation, profit-making, and various other purposes. Moreover, she noted that India has raised the issue of crypto […]
China’s AML Legal Framework Set to Target Cryptocurrency Transactions in Major Update
As part of its ongoing efforts to modernize financial regulations, China is revising its Anti-Money Laundering laws to include stringent measures against cryptocurrency-related transactions. This revision, the first since 2007, aims to plug the legal gaps exploited in the burgeoning world of digital currencies. China to Tighten Grip on Digital Assets With Revised Anti-Money Laundering […]