The Financial Action Task Force has kicked off its meeting to discuss global cryptocurrency regulations which the G20 countries have committed to follow. Meanwhile, the crypto industry has raised concerns regarding some recommendations, and a meeting has been set up to coincide with the G20 summit to influence policymakers. Also read: G20 Starts Crypto Discussions – A Look at Global Standards Plenary to Discuss Crypto Regulations The Financial … [Read more...] about Policymakers Meet to Finalize Global Crypto Guidance – A Look at Standards G20 Supports
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Indian Crypto Community Petitions Government for Regulation
Following widespread reports of the upcoming Indian cryptocurrency bill, the crypto community has started a petition for the government to quickly implement a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. In addition, a television network operated by the Upper House of the Indian Parliament has aired a program discussing the bill, and three Right to Information requests have been filed seeking answers about the bill. Also read: Indian Cryptocurrency … [Read more...] about Indian Crypto Community Petitions Government for Regulation
Meet the Developer Who Added Schnorr Signatures to Bcash
This week news.Bitcoin.com spoke with Jonathan Gonzalez, the blockchain developer who is currently maintaining the Bcash project, a Bitcoin Cash full node written in node.js. Gonzalez explained how he got into Bitcoin Cash development and how he managed to get the Bcash node fully compatible with last May’s fork, which introduced Schnorr signatures to the main chain. Also read: How to Exchange Your Amazon Gift Cards for Bitcoin Cash Schnorr … [Read more...] about Meet the Developer Who Added Schnorr Signatures to Bcash
Indian Government-Backed Program Offers Crypto and Blockchain Course
An Indian government-initiated program is offering a course for undergraduates to learn about cryptocurrency, blockchains, and their use cases. This 12-week interactive course is free to enroll and learn from. Among the topics covered are Bitcoin basics and consensus. Meanwhile, India’s regulatory framework for cryptocurrency is reportedly ready. Also read: Indian Cryptocurrency Regulation Is Ready, Official Confirms Government-Backed Project A … [Read more...] about Indian Government-Backed Program Offers Crypto and Blockchain Course
Leaked Details of India’s Cryptocurrency Bill Analyzed
Excerpts from what could be India’s new cryptocurrency bill have been leaked. While local media have made outrageous claims about the details of the bill, industry experts have pointed out numerous flaws and inaccuracies. Meanwhile, the country’s finance secretary has confirmed that the crypto regulation is ready to be submitted to the finance minister for approval. Also read: Indian Cryptocurrency Regulation Is Ready, Official Confirms Indian … [Read more...] about Leaked Details of India’s Cryptocurrency Bill Analyzed