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Japan introduces stablecoin legal framework

The Paypers

Japan has introduced a legal framework to clarify the legal status of stablecoins, defining them as digital money.

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EBA calls for strengthening the connection between the EU legal frameworks on AML/CFT, DGSD

The Paypers

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has published an Opinion on how to strengthen the connection between the EU legal frameworks on anti-money laundering and terrorist financing, and deposit protection.

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Bybit Lands in Argentina With VASP and Card Operator Approval

The Fintech Times

In April 2024, the country reviewed the legal framework for virtual assets declaring that providers must register and comply with the duty to report to authorities. This reflects the growing acceptance of digital assets within the country’s legal framework.

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EU Digital Identity Wallet secures provisional agreement

The Paypers

The EU has reached a provisional agreement between the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union for the legal framework regulating the European Digital Identity.

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Portugal Recognizes Akurateco for Its High Growth Potential

Fintech Finance

21/2023, dated May 25th, which sets the legal framework for startups and scaleups in Portugal. This certification confirms that Akurateco meets all legal and regulatory requirements for scaleup status in Portugal. The recognition comes after the company successfully met all criteria outlined in Law No.

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Money laundering reform from Congress is needed more than ever

Payments Source

Bankers must identify money launderers and traffickers, and yet although not precluded, the current legal framework actually limits the sharing of data about potential suspicious activity and customers between institutions, says Giant Oak's Gary Schiffman.

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Singapore’s Risk Assessment Highlights New Terrorism Financing Concerns

Fintech News

This strategy involves coordinated risk identification, robust legal frameworks, strict regulatory regimes, decisive enforcement actions, and international cooperation.