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Bitcoin Coin
Finance
1 min read

Hong Kong to Bar Retail Access to Cryptocurrencies

The Hong Kong government is seeking to restrict cryptocurrency access to wealthier investors amid an ongoing global crackdown by regulators. Cryptocurrency exchanges operating in Hong Kong will have to licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)…

cryptocurrency
Finance
1 min read

Bank of Japan Studying Digital Currencies

Although the Bank of Japan has no immediate plans to issue digital currencies, it is conducting research to prepare for future needs. Bank of Japan governor Haruhiko Kuroda said the central bank is studying digital currencies in case the need to do so…

Bitcoin Coin
Finance
2 min read

Vietnam tightens control over cryptocurrencies

The central bank has cited tax evasion, fraud and money laundering as the reason for the move. The State Bank of Vietnam has directed banks and payment organizations to remain vigilant and keep a watch over all cryptocurrency-related activities. The directive…