AML

Regulation

Taiwan Central Bank Proposes Money Laundering Rules for Bitcoin

The Central Bank of Taiwan is eyeing new rules that would bring bitcoin under the island's existing anti-money laundering regulations.

Policy & regulation  ·  2 April 2018
Regulation

A G20 Crypto Policy? Let’s Hope It’s a Pipe Dream

The world's economic leaders are seeking a globally coordinated policy on cryptocurrencies. This could take a while. But that may be just as well.

Policy & regulation  ·  28 March 2018
Exchanges

Korean Regulators to Probe Bank AML Measures for Crypto Exchanges

Two South Korean regulators are reportedly launching an investigation of banks' implementation of anti-money laundering procedures for exchanges.

Policy & regulation  ·  22 March 2018
Regulation

Thailand’s Cabinet Moves to Regulate and Tax Cryptocurrencies

The Thai Cabinet has provisionally passed two royal decree drafts aimed at regulating cryptocurrencies, a report states.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 March 2018
Regulation

Customer ID Now Required for Crypto Exchange Purchases in Malaysia

Malaysia's central bank is now requiring domestic crypto exchanges to comply with anti-money laundering and know-your-customer mandates.

Policy & regulation  ·  28 February 2018
KYC

Bank of America Now Considers Crypto a Business Risk

The bank warns its investors that cryptocurrencies could hamper its ability to comply with anti-money-laundering regulations, among other dangers.

Markets  ·  23 February 2018
Bitcoin

The Downside of Tracking Bitcoin on the Blockchain

Tracking funds on the blockchain may help catch crooks, but such snooping undermines one of the most important characteristics of money: Fungibility.

Policy & regulation  ·  7 February 2018
Europe

Sanctions Showdown Looms for US and Cryptocurrency

If OFAC turns its eye toward cryptocurrencies, it could be only a matter of time before it makes an example of one or more entities to send a message.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 February 2018
Exchanges

When Crypto Exchanges Hold More Than Your Money

Regulators want cryptocurrency exchanges to know who their customers are – but that requires these companies to collect very sensitive information.

Policy & regulation  ·  1 February 2018
Regulation

Here’s What’s Standing in the Way of a Tokenized Economy

The challenges of digital identity, AML/KYC and common technical standards must be overcome to deliver on the promise of blockchain technology.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 November 2017
Regulation

US Congressman: Cryptocurrencies Need Tighter Rules

During a speech Friday, a member of US Congress called for tighter anti-money laundering controls for cryptocurrencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 July 2017
Regulation

Senators Call for Digital Currency Oversight in Anti-Money Laundering Bill

A pair of US senators have filed a new anti-money laundering bill aimed at beefing up oversight of digital currency activities.

Policy & regulation  ·  31 May 2017
Regulation

Australia Will Regulate Bitcoin Exchanges Under AML Laws

The Australian government is looking to update its anti-money laundering laws to include bitcoin and other digital currency exchanges.

Policy & regulation  ·  27 October 2016
Security

Translucent Regulation: Fear and Loathing in a Blockchain World

How does bitcoin shape our perception of privacy in the digital age? Chainalysis co-founder Jonathan Levin explores.

Markets  ·  30 April 2016
Regulation

4 Trends That Will Shape Bitcoin Regulation in 2016

After an eventful 2015 for bitcoin and the blockchain, what’s in store on the regulatory and enforcement front in 2016?

Markets  ·  4 January 2016