UAE to introduce legal framework for DAOs
UAE lawyer Irina Heaver told Cointelegraph that the framework would allow even smaller DAOs to operate legally. Go to Source
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South Korea to Form Committee to Review Spot Crypto ETF Plans
South Korea is forming a 15-member public-private committee to address issues in the virtual asset market and explore cryptocurrency legislation. The committee will include government officials and representatives from the legal profession, academia, and the virtual asset industry. One of its key roles will be to evaluate South Korea’s plans for spot cryptocurrency ETFs and … Read more
Dubai Regulator Orders 7 Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges to Stop Operations
The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has taken action against seven unlicensed crypto entities for operating without licenses and violating marketing regulations. VARA has issued cease-and-desist orders and imposed fines on these entities. The regulator warned the public of the risks associated with dealing with unlicensed crypto businesses, emphasizing the potential for financial and … Read more
UAE Introduces Retroactive VAT Exemptions for Crypto Transactions
The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies and other digital assets must carefully evaluate their tax positions, especially as some provisions retroactively affect transactions since 2018. UAE’s VAT Amendments Introduce Retroactive Tax … Read more
South Korean foundation to recover funds from defunct crypto exchanges
The Digital Asset User Protection Foundation will be set up by the DAXA self-regulatory organization and receive support from financial authorities. Go to Source
Kosovo receives guidance from Council of Europe on crypto crime tracing
Kosovo’s Financial Intelligence Unit partners with the Council of Europe to improve crypto crime tracing skills and strengthen regulations on digital currencies. Go to Source
FATF Urges India to Strengthen Virtual Asset Regulation
India has achieved a high level of technical compliance with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards, addressing illicit finance, money laundering, and terrorist financing. In a joint assessment with regional bodies, the FATF praised India’s progress but pointed out areas needing improvement, especially in regulating the non-financial sector and virtual asset providers. The country was … Read more
Regulators Partner to Bolster UAE’s Crypto Hub Status
United Arab Emirates (UAE) regulators, SCA and VARA, have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen the country’s position as a virtual assets hub. The agreement outlines licensing requirements for VASPs, establishes mutual supervision mechanisms, and aims to foster a stable and regulated virtual assets sector in the UAE. Both regulators will work together to ensure … Read more
South Korean Regulator Unveils Plan to Inspect Crypto Exchanges for Illegal Practices
South Korea’s financial regulator, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), will inspect crypto exchanges to identify illegal practices following stricter regulations under the Virtual Asset Users Protection Act. The review aims to ensure compliance and safeguard crypto assets, with severe penalties for violations, including life imprisonment for profiting over five billion won illegally. South Korea’s Financial … Read more
40 Nations Join US and South Korea in Combating North Korean Crypto Crimes
The U.S. Department of State and the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs co-hosted a symposium in New York City on Tuesday, focusing on protecting the virtual asset industry from exploitation by North Korea (DPRK) and disrupting its revenue generation. The event aimed to curb DPRK’s efforts to fund its weapons of mass destruction … Read more
