The SEC Has a New Chief Crypto Cop

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has appointed a new head of the cyber unit that tackles crypto firms breaking the law.

Sanctions Weren’t Discussed at North Korea Crypto Conference, Attendee Says

The U.S. government's charges against Virgil Griffith are overblown, says one attendee of the North Korean conference that led to the ethereum developer's arrest.

Ex-CFTC Chair Giancarlo to Push for Digital Dollar in New Role at White-Shoe Law Firm

Christopher Giancarlo has joined law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher as its new senior counsel, where the former CFTC chief intends to continue advocating for a digital dollar and other policies.

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Calls for Blockchain-Based KYC Proposals

Sri Lanka's Central Bank wants to use a blockchain system for local banks' "know-your-customer" protocols.

Dutch Crypto Startups Brawl With Regulators Over Scope of EU Money Laundering Rule

Dutch crypto startups are crying foul as local regulators look to implement the EU 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive ahead of a Jan. 10 deadline.

Russian Central Bank Says It Would Support Crypto Ban

The Bank of Russia has backed a potential ban on cryptocurrency payments, according to a state news agency.

New Law May Encourage German Banks to Offer Crypto Services From 2020

With the passing of new legislation, banks in Germany may soon feel more confident to offer direct sales and custody of crypto assets.

A Third of Crypto Exchanges Have Little or No KYC, Says CipherTrace

Around one third of the top 120 exchanges are "weak" when it comes to know-your-customer (KYC) verification, while two-thirds "lack strong KYC policies," the firm said.

ECB Official Says Digital Currency Could Be an Alternative to Cash

A digital currency could ensure that citizens remain able to use central bank money even if cash is eventually no longer used, according to Benoît Cœuré.