KeyRock Secures Swiss Regulatory Clearance
Belgian crypto market maker Keyrock has secured a key regulatory approval from the Swiss Financial Services Standards Association (VQF). The VQF is responsible for upholding anti-money laundering regulations in Switzerland. Keyrock has complied with all applicable local legislation in Switzerland. Keyrock has been permitted to operate in Switzerland as a financial intermediary and offer its […]
Ethereum ICO participant moves one ether after 7.5 years of dormancy
An Ethereum address that participated in the blockchain’s ICO in 2014 has just made its first transaction after 7.5 years of dormancy. The address bought 2,365 ether in the ICO and has increased its value by over 600,000% since then. A test transaction or a sign of selling? The address was sent one ether to […]
Thailand SEC Eases ICO Restrictions
Thailand’s SEC has announced plans to ease restrictions on retail investments in ICOs to boost digital investments in the country. The SEC formally declared on March 30 that the Thai securities regulator is willing to lift the 300,000 baht ($8,800) per person cap for asset-backed ICOs in order to permit larger investments in infrastructure and […]
Nigeria to launch stablecoins, ICOs legal framework
Nigeria has expressed willingness to allow the existence of private stablecoins in the country with its most recent central bank policy document noting the need to establish a legal framework for stablecoins. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) research, titled “Nigeria Payments System Vision 2025,” is 83 pages long and examines the creation of a […]
Tips on how to own a blockchain startup
Launching a blockchain startup could be difficult, but with the appropriate plan, such a company could scale past the difficulties. Given the rapid development that blockchain technology is presently undergoing, many founders are looking to own their own blockchain startup. Without a question, blockchain technology will affect the world in exciting ways and we haven’t […]