Dutch Bitcoin firm reluctantly tightens rules at central bank’s behest
Unique in Europe, the Dutch central bank now requires Bitcoin exchanges to prove that their users actually control their withdrawal addresses. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
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Law Decoded: Of AML and appointees, Nov. 6–13
In the U.S., all eyes are on Joe Biden’s planned appointees, while Europe is seeing progress under a new AML regime. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Netherlands registers first consumer-facing crypto platform since AMLD5
Everyday investors in the Netherlands can now invest in crypto, thanks to company’s new registration. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Dutch central bank approves first crypto service under AMLD5 regulations
The Netherlands has imposed tight regulations related to EU anti-money laundering laws. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Port of Rotterdam testing blockchain and AI for renewables trading
The Port of Rotterdam’s Innovation Dock has been testing a high frequency decentralized energy market for renewables since August 2020. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Court finds blockchain firm guilty of license violation — but CEO vows to fight back
A Dutch court ruled against Apollo for cloning over 75% of its code from blockchain developer Jelurida’s code but failing to adhere to the terms of its license. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
At least 3 nations to replace their currency with CBDC by 2030: report
The digital yuan will not unseat the U.S. dollar — at least not right away. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Logistics system provider will connect Dutch ports via blockchain
Logistical management continues to be one of Blockchain’s golden use cases. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Public interest in central bank digital currencies surpasses Bitcoin in 2020
The 2020 pandemic could accelerate global efforts to issue CBDCs, say BIS analysts. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Bank of England Joins Key Roundtable on Central Bank Digital Currency Design
The Bank of England is keeping central bank digital currency research high on its 2020 agenda. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
