FinTech
Сryptocurrency Regulation in Luxembourg
In an attempt to live up to its reputation as a major fintech hub, Luxembourg has recently passed a law whereby it’s now possible to transfer & hold virtual assets through DLT in
Austria: Cryptocurrencies
Trading in cryptocurrencies in Austria requires having familiarity with the country’s tax & licensing regulations. What follows below is a brief review of the main requirements entrepreneurs wishing to register a cryptocurrency company in Austria...
AML Compliance of Crypto Companies in the Netherlands
Last year, the Dutch House of Representatives passed the Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD5). In accordance with this directive, some crypto service providers in the Netherlands are required to comply with their anti-money laundering (“Wwft”)...
Crypto Company Registration in Austria
Digital currencies have been recently included in the AML/CFT system of the European Union. For those entrepreneurs planning to register a crypto business in Austria or already having one, this means
Marketing of Cryptoassets in Switzerland
All types of activities associated with cryptoassets in Switzerland can exist on their own, but their effective existence requires the participation of agents for the transfer of cryptoassets and auxiliary operations, in particular,
Ambiguous Situation With Cryptoassets Regulation in India
In today's blog post, we will look at the legal requirements for trading cryptoassets in India , which will be relevant for those intending to register an Indian crypto exchange.
Fintech in the US and nuances of Certification, AI & Cryptoassets
Registering an international fintech startup requires an understanding of the legal nuances of the jurisdiction a fintech company will be operating in. If you’re planning on registering a fintech company
Fintech and Crypto-Business in the Czech Republic
The fintech industry in the Czech Republic continues to develop actively. The number of fintech startups is increasing, large fintech companies are entering the local market, and even banks have already begun to
Can Cryptocurrency Qualify as Property?
One of the main questions for those who intend to register a cryptocurrency company in the EU or US is the legal status of cryptocurrencies. To help them figure it out, we’ve decided to analyze...
Legal Aspects of Crypto Regulation in Austria
This blog post provides a brief overview of the Austrian crypto regulatory landscape that may be useful to entrepreneurs already in the market or planning to open a crypto company in Austria. Today, financial officials...
Financial Risk Management in Singapore
If you are planning to establish a financial services company in Singapore , then it is worth considering that the standards for conducting this kind of activity are at the highest level
How to Avoid the Risks Associated with Cryptocurrencies
If you have plans to obtain a cryptolicense in the EU or set up a company for cryptoactivities in the EU Member State in the near future, then this blog post
Digital Asset Ownership
In this short piece, we’ll be focusing mostly on ownership of digital assets. Given the problems faced by owners of digital assets nowadays, analysing the pros & cons of different organizational & legal
STO Legal Aspects
The evolution of digital assets began ten years ago with the advent of the Bitcoin cryptocurrency. It was followed by stablecoins - a cryptocurrency that was backed by real assets - and security
Legal Status of Cryptocurrencies in Germany
At the outset, tokens came closest to everybody’s idea of virtual currency. Meant to be a decentralized currency, i.e. one that governments can’t control, they required no centralized issuer. Because they aren’t regulated
Cryptocurrencies & Their Regulation in Hong Kong
Because the number of investors interested in obtaining a license for cryptocurrency activities in HK is constantly growing, regulators are trying to make their job easier by publishing recommendations on the
Next Generation Securities in the USA
Each country has certain regulating bodies that monitor the financial market and protect its citizens. If registering a company for ICO in the United States is in your immediate plans, then
VFA Regulation in Malta
This short review focuses on the letter published by the MFSA, Malta’s number one financial regulator, a couple of months ago. In it, it explains the main provisions of the VFA Law &
ICO in Singapore
ICO is a type of fundraising that relies heavily on DLT technology. Unlike IPO which involves issuing shares in exchange for fiat currencies, ICO relies on the issuance of tokens which are then
Cryptocurrency Market in Japan
Having the most advanced regulatory regime for cryptoassets, Japan is trying to promote investment in cryptocurrencies by creating incentives for entrepreneurs seeking to obtain an ICO license in Japan .
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Top 5 Countries to Start a Cryptoasset Business In
In this article, we’ll be taking a brief look at 5 European countries that provide the most attractive opportunities in terms of cryptocurrency investing. If you’re a crypto investor seeking to launch
Legal Issues of fintech companies in the US
If you are planning to register a fintech company in the USA, then this material will be of interest to you, because you will learn the main legal nuances of this activity. However,
FinTech Regulation in Belgium
Registering a FinTech company in Belgium is a quite popular practice among foreign & domestic entrepreneurs. If you’re planning on opening a business in this country or require an individual consultation
Fintech Regulation in the Czech Republic
This article describes the main provisions of fintech regulation in the Czech Republic , which will be useful for businessmen interested in registering a fintech company in the Czech Republic
Who Needs ICO and Why?
Statistically speaking, investments in tokens increased by 1300% in 2015-2016, and by 6600% in 2016-2017. No other industry has experienced such rapid growth. And the reasons for that are pretty easy to see:
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision made public a protocol on open banking
If you are interested in registering a FinTech company in Europe, in this article we offer you to get acquainted with the main aspects of data protection.
Lately, the Basel Committee
Confidentiality Issues in the Fintech Industry
Two years have passed since the entry into force of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which has provoked unrest, misunderstandings and disinformation flows not only in the European Union but also around the world....
Green light to open banking in Australia
This material is recommended for those who plan to register a company in Australia.
Recently, the problems of "data slavery" in the financial sector and the creation of closed ecosystems by large
Legal update of Macau financial services
Macao's financial and legal sector is undergoing a long and difficult phase of legislative change, as a result of which two laws have already been adopted and two more are under development. It
Blockchain in the Field of Finance
If you have decided to open a company under cryptocurrency, learn more about the blockchain together with the IQ Decision UK team. Financial analysts view the blockchain as a means to improve the quality and...
Top Tips When Starting a Blockchain-Based Startup
If you intend to launch a blockchain startup in Europe or Asia, you may find this material useful. The last decade has been characterized by the rapid development of technologies and their introduction into various...
Future of Fintech in Great Britain
Have you ever wondered when was the last time you visited a bank where you open a bank account in Great Britain or wrote out a check?” If you have, you
Blockchain Disrupting Maritime Shipping
Imagine the situation: the seller ships a consignment of fruit and throughout the way the buyer monitors the container to make sure that for sensitive goods are kept in the optimum temperature. The freight forwarder...
Regulatory Approach To Fintech in Israel
This article will be of interest to entrepreneurs willing to set up a fintech firm in Israel. Today, an estimated 400 Fintech companies successfully operate from Israel. All of them rightfully rely on Israeli disruptive...
Fintech Sector in Germany
Looking to start a fintech business in the Federal Republic of Germany? And you have every reason to. Boasting a highly developed fintech sector, Germany has long been a magnet for investors seeking
Cryptoassets
Nowadays, the question on everybody’s lips is, "How can a cryptoasset be sold as a security & then resold in a different form?". Basically, a cryptoasset provide its owner with a number of rights which...
Legal Framework For Fintech in Canada
The traditional maturity of Canada's financial services sector has spurred Fintech innovation, especially in artificial intelligence (AI), digital payments, and robotic consulting. Early fintech startups in Canada and the in-house laboratories of leading Canadian financial...
Issues Connected With Virtual Currencies in Ireland
Digital currencies move from the sandbox to the high street. The number of digital coins and tokens grows fast. More and more countries are considering adopting a government-sanctioned digital currency. With this regard,
EU Directives for the Belgian Banking Sector
The Belgian authorities have been actively implementing and continue to implement European Directives and legislation to further develop the country’s financial sector. Most notable for the Belgian banking industry was the release by the National...
Acquisition of Banks in Singapore
If your immediate plans include starting a financial activity in Asia , and you have chosen Singapore for this, you should take into account some features of the jurisdiction's legislation. This publication
