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Asian digital asset exchange, HashKey, has gained regulatory clearance to offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services in Hong Kong. However, retail customers will be limited to 30% of their total digital portfolio for safeguarding interest and reducing risk exposure.

“Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange, Bitget plans to implement stricter know-your-customer (KYC) protocols from September 1 to quell perceived leniency and potential financial crimes. New users will need to pass level 1 KYC verification, including identity and facial confirmation, otherwise trading rights may be lost.”

“Recent news around CoinDesk and the temporary pause of their ‘Money Reimagined’ newsletter highlight the challenges faced by crypto media platforms. In this backdrop, a closer look at the regulatory landscapes shows varying global response to cryptocurrencies, notably stablecoins.”

“Mr. Chen, a Chinese individual, was sentenced to nine months for aiding a $13,104 USDT transaction. Viewed as money laundering by authorities due to Chen’s personal bank information involvement, this reflects China’s stringent crypto stance linked to capital control regulations.”

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled a regulatory framework for stablecoins, providing guidelines for issuers on value stability, capital, and redemption. This move, which could bring security while potentially stifling small-scale startups, reflects a global trend in digital currency regulation.

This excerpt captures the key points of the article: “The court case involving Three Arrows Capital underscores the complex jurisdictive issues in regulating blockchain technology, particularly in cases involving non-US citizens. The incident illustrates the challenges regulators face when addressing decentralized technologies spanning transnational boundaries, highlighting the urgent demand for a global crypto law overhaul.”

“Co-founder of Three Arrows Capital, Kyle Davies, avoided contempt charges in US Bankruptcy Court due to Singaporean citizenship. This development could impact the recovery efforts of liquidators seeking $1.3 billion from Davies. Meanwhile, PayPal’s new stablecoin PYUSD faces potential regulatory challenges, signaling a pivotal role of regulation in the future of cryptocurrencies.”

“In a class-action lawsuit, 18 top venture capital firms, including Temasek, Sequoia Capital, Sino Global and Softbank are accused of endorsing the apparently bankrupt crypto exchange, FTX. The plaintiffs argue they portrayed a deceptive picture of safety and stability about the exchange, despite concerns of fraudulent activities and negligence of securities laws.”

“Blockchain.com has been granted a major payment institution license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, permitting it to offer regulated digital payment token services to international clients. This reflects Singapore’s ongoing support for crypto companies, contributing to discussions about the impact of increasing regulatory controls on crypto’s foundational values and innovation.”

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) changes in regulatory policies could be sabotaging the resurgence of the blockchain industry. The new rules, perceived by some as covert attempts to regulate crypto out of existence, have led to startups moving offshore and riskier investments for U.S. investors. The shift towards a more merit-based regulatory role by the SEC threatens to restrict financial open-source software and could disqualify operators like Fidelity Digital Assets from acting as custodians.

Digital asset exchange OPNX is offering a $30 million lifeline to crypto lender Hodlnaut in the form of FLEX digital tokens, aiming to facilitate a partial creditor payout. However, regulatory scrutiny, especially from Dubai, could pose significant challenges to this rescue plan. With network’s financial status hanging in the balance, final outcomes remain uncertain for now.

Kyle Davies, co-founder of the bankrupt cryptocurrency hedge fund Three Arrows Capital, asserts immunity from U.S courts due to his Singaporean citizenship. Amidst court proceedings, Davies and co-founder Su Zhu allegedly pursued leverage despite insolvency, creating a $3.5 billion deficit. Meanwhile, they enjoyed luxuries in Bali, even starting a new project—a crypto exchange for trading bankruptcy claims.

Gemini, a crypto firm operated by the Winklevoss twins, is introducing leaderboard contests to stimulate trading on its exchange. Critics question if these are genuine attempts to engage crypto enthusiasts or simply tactics to boost trading volume and profits.

The French Central Bank highlights the potential of a wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC) to improve the safety, settlement certainty, and efficiency of cross-border transactions. It reports successful tests of wCBDC paradigms based on distributed ledger technology (DLT) and foresees benefits for native digital and tokenized assets. The bank also emphasizes the need for energy-efficient solutions amidst global sustainability concerns.