Tag: consumer protection

Ghana Moves to Regulate Crypto Market: BoG Announces New Draft Guidelines for Exchanges

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has introduced draft guidelines to regulate cryptocurrency exchanges in the country. Cryptocurrency exchanges, or Virtual Asset Service Providers...

Innovating and Accountable: UK Treasury’s Crypto Framework

The UK Treasury anticipates introducing comprehensive cryptocurrency and stablecoin legislation by the end of July. As a result of a landmark legislation passed...

PayPal Excludes NFT Purchases from Buyer and Seller Protection

In May, PayPal NFT purchases halted due to its buyer and seller protection policies. PayPal's Seller Protection Program will no longer cover high-value...

VALR Exchange Makes History: Secures Dual Crypto Licenses in South Africa

VALR exchange has been licensed by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA). VALR's commitment to regulatory compliance and investor protection is demonstrated through...

ASIC Appeals Court Decision on Finder Wallet’s Earn Products

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has appealed a federal court decision that found Finder Wallet's "Earn" product compliant with Australian financial...

Scam-Proof Crypto Licensing Revolutionizes South Africa’s Market

South Africa's FSCA (Financial Sector Conduct Authority) has initiated licensing for crypto firms, aiming to authorize 60 firms. The first firms to receive...

The African Perspective on U.S. Crypto ETFs

Cryptocurrency ETFs have increased interest in cryptocurrencies globally, influencing other African digital asset companies and generating market attention. Regulation of crypto assets in...

SEC’s Uniswap Showdown: Navigating DeFi’s Regulatory Storm

The SEC's actions align with its broader efforts to regulate companies using digital assets, including Coinbase. UniSwap expressed concerns about the SEC's regulatory...

The Impact of CASP Licences on South Africa’s Crypto Scene

South Africa recently announced the first crypto asset service provider (CASP) licences under its Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services. Revix is among the...

South Africa’s Model: A Blueprint for Crypto Regulation in Africa

South Africa's approach to crypto regulation can be summed up through the popular saying: "Start where you are, use what you have, do...

Embracing the Digital Future: South Africa’s Regulatory Path for Cryptocurrencies

South Africa's Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has granted operating licenses to 59 cryptocurrency businesses. The authority received a total of 355 applications...