Bank for International Settlements highlights ‘strong case’ for cryptocurrency intervention
General Manager at the BIS urged central banks to work alongside regulators and intervene in cryptocurrency activity.
Regulation
Bitcoin ETFs stumble over SEC’s liquidity and valuation fears
SEC shuts down possibility of Bitcoin ETFs and asks firms to withdraw requests to launch products.
CFTC to discuss virtual currency regulation
CFTC to hold public discussion on future of virtual currency regulation and self-certification.
ESMA: Blockchain will render some processes redundant
Report on blockchain by EU regulator states certain regulatory requirements could become less relevant as blockchain technology progresses.
FCA in talks with blockchain firms
Regulator’s fintech sandbox working with several blockchain specialists.