...Katherine Kirkpatrick; Aaron Stephens; Jacob Gerber; Margaret Nettesheim; Sebastian Bellm Purpose To evaluate the global anti-money laundering regulation of digital assets and cryptocurrencies. Design/methodology/approach This article provides an analysis of macro trends in digital asset money...

... Anti-money laundering (AML) Cryptocurrency Payments Countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) Digital tokens On 26 March 2021, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) issued a guidance infographic providing an overview of MAS’ AML/CFT requirements and supervisory expectations for the DPT...

...Wenhao Shen Purpose To describe recent regulatory developments in China on digital renminbi (RMB), initial coin offerings (ICOs), cryptocurrency holdings, cryptocurrency exchanges and blockchain technology. Design/methodology/approach Describes a digital RMB pilot program, seven government...

...Achraf Ghorbel; Ahmed Jeribi Purpose In this paper, we investigate empirically the time-frequency co-movement between the recent COVID-19 pandemic, G7stock markets, gold, crude oil price (WTI) and cryptocurrency markets (bitcoin) using both the multivariate MSGARCH models. Design/methodology...

...Anis Jarboui; Emna Mnif Purpose After the COVID-19 outbreak, the Federal Reserve has undertaken several monetary policies to alleviate the pandemic consequences on the markets. This paper aims to evaluate the effects of the Federal Reserve monetary policy on the cryptocurrency dynamics during...

... the distribution of cryptocurrency tokens in SEC v. Telegram Group Inc. Design/methodology/approach Provides an overview of the case, an analysis of the Court’s ruling, details on the final resolutions, and some key takeaways. Findings Given the lack of judicial precedent in this area, as well as the size...

...Gary Low; Terence Tan Purpose To address recent cases and the applicable legal principles relating to cryptocurrency, and to contribute to legal thought in this developing area of law. Design/methodology/approach This article considers recent cryptocurrency related cases in Singapore, Canada...

...Daniel Nathan; Nikiforos Mathews Purpose To summarize and explain the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC’s) guidance regarding whether cryptocurrency is subject to CFTC jurisdiction. Design/methodology/approach The article reviews the CFTC’s March 24, 2020 final interpretive...

...Michael L. Spafford; Daren F. Stanaway; Sabin Chung Purpose To analyze the CFTC’s approach to regulating cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies in light of their cross-border nature, limitations on the CFTC’s extraterritorial authority, and the CFTC’s prerogative to work cooperatively...

... to skirt sanctions presents certain challenges. Practical implications Virtual currency industry participants should understand OFAC’s specific guidance regarding compliance obligations in the cryptocurrency space, and should implement best practices and conservative measures to avoid unknowingly...

... will also consult in early 2019 on whether and how exchange tokens and firms providing services in relation to exchange tokens (such as cryptocurrency exchanges and wallet providers) could be regulated effectively, if other measures proposed by the Taskforce do not adequately address all relevant risks...

.... Design/methodology/approach Analyzes the SEC’s order within the context of other recent actions by the SEC on cryptocurrencies and digital tokens and discusses future implications of the order in this area. Findings The SEC’s order against TokenLot as an unregistered broker-dealer was a logical next...

... diligence on virtual currencies before getting involved with them. Richard Rosenfeld can be contacted at: rrosenfeld@mayerbrown.com © Mayer Brown. 2018 Mayer Brown. Licensed re-use rights only Fraud Cryptocurrency Virtual currency US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC...

... exposure to cryptocurrencies or cryptocurrency-related products. Design/methodology/approach This paper provides analysis regarding the Staff’s view on registered investment companies that intend to invest in cryptocurrencies or cryptocurrency-related products, including an overview of the questions...

... of Bitcoin, Ether, and other cryptocurrencies. Design/methodology/approach Explains securities law, commodities law, tax and anti-money laundering considerations. Introduces the SAFT (Simple Agreement for Future Tokens) and provides a future outlook. Findings The dramatic rise in value of Bitcoin...

... and Exchange Commission (SEC) Cryptocurrency Initial coin offerings (ICOs) Token sales Virtual currency On July 25, 2017, the SEC’s Division of Enforcement issued a Report of Investigation Pursuant to Section 21(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: The DAO (DAO Report). This report indicates...