Ukraine’s Securities Commission Chief Seeks Legalization of Cryptocurrencies as Financial Instruments

The Chairman of the National Securities and Stock Market Commission of Ukraine has indicated the regulator favors a decision to recognize cryptocurrencies as financial instruments. Timur Khromayev thinks it’s time to take the matter to the country’s Financial Stability Council. The point of no return has been passed, he says.   Also read: Ukraine to … Read more

New Party in Ukraine to Fund Itself Only with Cryptos

A newly formed party in Ukraine has vowed to rely only on cryptocurrency contributions to sustain its activity and never to accept money from the oligarchs. Weakening state control over economy and expanding civil liberties are among its main political priorities. The party wants to protect the interests of people and companies from the IT … Read more

PR: After the First Blockchain Transaction in US, Real Estate Marketplace Propy Announces a New Developer Program

California-based blockchain startup Propy, is bringing the commercial use of blockchain technology to the US. After facilitating the first US Blockchain-based real estate deed in Vermont, Propy announced a new open source Developer Program. The idea behind Propy: it allows anyone to buy or sell real estate, anywhere, online. Propy provides an efficient crypto and … Read more

Ukraine to Compensate a Citizen in Bitcoin – for ”Moral Damages”

A district court in Kiev Oblast has accepted a lawsuit which is setting a precedent in Ukraine. The plaintiff seeks compensation in bitcoin for “moral damages” caused by law enforcement officials. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled after the presiding judge found no legal grounds to reject the claim. Also read: Lawsuit Challenges Google’s Ban … Read more

Ukraine to Legalize Crypto Mining as Economic Activity

The government in Kiev has taken concrete steps to legalize cryptocurrency mining. Ukraine’s Minister of Economy has ordered several ministries, agencies, and the National Bank to prepare the documents necessary to include mining in the state register of economic activities. Also read: Ukraine’s Financial Watchdog Clarifies Stance on Cryptos Easing the Pressure on the Crypto … Read more

Major Pawnshop Network in Ukraine Launching Cryptocurrency-Secured Loans

A major network of pawn shops in Ukraine is launching a new lending service with loans secured by cryptocurrency. With over 300 branches, the pawnbroker plans to offer loans based on the type, amount, and price of crypto collaterals. Also read: Indians Look to Buy Bitcoin Overseas as Regulations Tighten Pawn Shops Offer Crypto-Secured Loans Founded … Read more

PR: EDU Ecosystem to Open Engineering Office in Kiev in April

EDU Ecosystem (LiveEdu) successfully completed Round I of their ICO by raising $10M. The company is wasting no time in starting on their roadmap targets, announcing plans to open an engineering office in Kiev, Ukraine this April in addition to their planned Southern California office. The post PR: EDU Ecosystem to Open Engineering Office in … Read more

Ukrainian Law May Separate Mining from Cryptocurrencies

Ukrainian legislators should separate the regulation of crypto mining from the legal status of cryptocurrencies. The new approach was proposed by the chairman of an important parliamentary committee who criticized law enforcement agencies for cracking down on crypto miners. Police confiscated mining equipment in a series of raids this week. Authorities claim that coins have … Read more

Ukraine’s Cyberpolice Supports Legalization of Cryptocurrencies

The cybercrime combating department of Ukrainian Police has voiced support for the legalization of cryptocurrencies despite sharing some concerns about them. The Cyberpolice unit also noted the need to regulate cryptos “as soon as possible”. Ukrainian parliament is yet to adopt new legislation amid mounting calls from other institutions to regulate cryptocurrencies.   Also read: Russia’s … Read more

Calls for “Legal Bitcoin” in Ukraine, as Natsbank Mulls E-Fiat

Ukraine, now serious about crypto regulation, is setting up a special working group to oversee the completion of the necessary framework. Dedicated legislation has been making its way through parliament since October. The National Bank is considering plans to emit “e-hryvnias”, while the justice minister says bitcoin is a fact and calls for its legalization. … Read more