Cryptocurrency Regulation

Are you keen on finding out how the regulators are treating cryptocurrencies? Then the cryptocurrency regulation section is for you. At Altcoin Buzz, we strive to find out all the peculiarities of the crypto-verse. Especially, when it comes to such tricky issues as cryptocurrency regulation. We examine the behavior of major institutions like the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission and scrutinize its approach to crypto so that you stay in the loop. We also look at other key countries around the world and compare their attitudes. This way, we want to ensure that every reader can make informed choices anywhere and at any time.

Japanese Crypto Exchange Sues Binance

Japanese Crypto Exchange Sues Binance

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Fisco, formerly known as Zaif, is suing Binance for allegedly facilitating the laundering of some stolen funds. In 2018, Fisco suffered from...
Thailand bans crypto payments

4 Reasons Why Thailand Banned Crypto Payments

In a surprise move, the Thai SEC banned the use of crypto payments on March 24th, 2022. Therefore, from April 1st, it is not...

Rest Assured: Ethereum ETH is NOT a Security

In July, the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) declassified ETH as a security. Today, Jay Clayton, SEC's Chairman, confirmed the Commission's stance, albeit in...

“The SEC Can Do What They Want” says Expert, Bitcoin ETF Decision Postponed

The United States Securities and the Exchange Commission is in information gathering mode with regards to a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund. ETF expert and the managing...

Libra Receives a Cold Welcome From the French Central Bank

The launch of Facebook's Libra coin has sparked a worldwide reaction. The latest comes from the French Central Bank.  Who does not know about Libra? Exactly,...

Former Mt. Gox CEO Faces Class Action Lawsuit

A federal judge in Philadelphia declined the motion to dismiss a proposed class action lawsuit accusing Mark Karpeles, former chief executive officer of Mt....

Ripple Sets Up Regulatory Team in Washington D.C.

Ripple has announced the expansion of its global regulatory team to Washington D.C., making some notable appointments and joining the Blockchain Association. Sequel to the...
Crypto and Piracy: In New Zealand Police Seize $8M

Crypto and Piracy: In New Zealand Police Seize Almost $8 Million

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Police of Waikato, New Zealand has confiscated a considerable sum in crypto. The funds belong to an alleged movie pirate, Jaron David McIvor. On November...
Bithumb in Court To Fight $69 Million Tax Fine

Bithumb is Saying NO to Korea’s National Tax Service $69 Million Fine

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The Korea based crypto exchange has announced that it will be battling the NTS's $69 million tax fine levied against it. According to reports,...
Big one! Crypto is Fully Legal in South Korea

Big One! Cryptocurrency is Fully Legal in South Korea

Asia’s 4th largest economy, South Korea officially accepted cryptocurrency trading and holding this Wednesday. Undoubtedly, this is a remarkable decision by the South Korean...