crypto licensing

Hong Kong authorities detained eight individuals in connection with the cryptocurrency platform JPEX on charges of conspiracy to defraud. The police disclosed that they had been inundated with 1,641 complaints regarding JPEX, with users alleging their inability to access their funds on the platform...

Financial behemoth Nomura's (NYSE: NMR) digital asset subsidiary, Laser Digital, has secured an operating license from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). This marks the culmination of the licensing process, according to a company announcement on Tuesday. With its base in the...

Crypto-focused Hashkey Group is reportedly in the preliminary stage of discussions to gather a funding round that could elevate its valuation above $1 billion. This move comes as the Hong Kong-based company aims to capitalize on the city's drive towards digital asset development. Quoting...

Dubai is intensifying its examination of cryptocurrency license applicants, such as Binance (CRYPTO: BNB), in light of last year's FTX (CRYPTO: FTT) bankruptcy, demanding more details from companies seeking permits, according to a report. Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (...