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Deniz Saat

Deniz Saat is an IT services specialist, technical writer and editor for BTC Times. His mission is to onboard as many people as possible into Bitcoin.

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Belarus Takes Measures to Ban P2P Bitcoin Transactions
Belarus Takes Measures to Ban P2P Bitcoin Transactions

In an effort to mitigate escalating rates of cybercrime, the Belarusian government has suggested prohibiting peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions involving Bitcoin and other digital assets.  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Belarus outlined the objectives of this new legislation and the resulting impact on users of Bitcoin and crypto exchanges.

News  •  Bitcoin  •  Jul 05, 2023
SEC Requires Clear and Detailed Information for Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications
SEC Requires Clear and Detailed Information for Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications

The Wall Street Journal reports that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has expressed worries about the recent influx of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) applications, indicating that the submissions lack both clarity and thorough information. Echoing BlackRock's strategy, a variety of asset managers such as Fidelity Investments,

News  •  Bitcoin  •  Jun 30, 2023
Fidelity Resubmits Application for Spot Bitcoin ETF
Fidelity Resubmits Application for Spot Bitcoin ETF

In a recent wave of increasing institutional interest in Bitcoin, Fidelity Investments has resubmitted a spot Bitcoin ETF application. This step follows similar filings by various prominent financial entities. On January 27th 2022, the SEC rejected Fidelity’s initial application for a Spot Bitcoin ETF after rejecting applications from First

News  •  Bitcoin  •  Jun 29, 2023
North Carolina House Moves Forward With Legislation to Research Bitcoin and Virtual Currencies
North Carolina House Moves Forward With Legislation to Research Bitcoin and Virtual Currencies

The North Carolina House of Representatives has approved House Bill 721 to research the benefits and acquisition of Bitcoin and virtual currencies. The bill, now referred to the Senate, aims to investigate state-level virtual currency management. The proposed law acknowledges the increasing significance of Bitcoin and virtual currencies, as stated

News  •  Bitcoin  •  Jun 28, 2023
Tether Partners With Georgian Government To Boost Bitcoin and P2P Infrastructure
Tether Partners With Georgian Government To Boost Bitcoin and P2P Infrastructure

Tether, a stablecoin issuer, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Georgian government. The objective is to establish Bitcoin and peer-to-peer (P2P) infrastructures within the nation.  This strategic alliance between Tether and the Georgian government will primarily concentrate on creating the necessary infrastructure to foster a flourishing startup

News  •  Bitcoin  •  Jun 28, 2023
Nevada Financial Regulator Urges Receivership for Prime Trust
Nevada Financial Regulator Urges Receivership for Prime Trust

After issuing a cease and desist order, the Financial Institutions Division of Nevada has once more taken action against the cryptocurrency custodian, Prime Trust. This time, they have sought to appoint a receiver. A receivership is a court-appointed tool aiding creditors in retrieving defaulted funds and helping companies avoid bankruptcy,

News  •  Business  •  Jun 27, 2023
HSBC Enables Bitcoin ETF Trading for Customers
HSBC Enables Bitcoin ETF Trading for Customers

HSBC, a premier financial institution in Hong Kong, has taken a substantial step by giving its customers the freedom to trade Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This decision signifies a change in the attitude of conventional banks towards Bitcoin, considering that HSBC had previously demonstrated reluctance in embracing Bitcoin. HSBC'

News  •  Bitcoin  •  Jun 26, 2023
Tether Documents Reveal CoinDesk’s Fruitless Two-Year Pursuit
Tether Documents Reveal CoinDesk’s Fruitless Two-Year Pursuit

After an exhaustive two-year pursuit, CoinDesk has obtained documents related to Tether's reserves, following a Freedom of Information Law request filed in New York State. The result? It seems the pursuit might have been a wild goose chase, revealing no smoking guns and leaving many to wonder if

News  •  Business  •  Jun 22, 2023
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