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Economic Crime And Corporate Transparency Bill

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cryptocurrency2 years ago

UK Implements Strong Laws to Combat Cryptocurrency Crime and Fraud

The UK has passed the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill, a cryptocurrency seizure bill aimed at combating economic crime and regulating illicit cryptocurrency assets. This legislation is part of the UK's ongoing efforts to tackle a wide range of illegal activities, including drug trafficking, cybercrime, and terrorism. The bill is closely tied to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, emphasizing the UK's commitment to recovering criminal assets. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has also been actively involved in regulating the cryptocurrency landscape, issuing warnings to over 220 cryptocurrency companies and enforcing stricter rules on cryptocurrency advertisements. The bill awaits Royal Assent and is expected to become law soon.

cryptocurrency2 years ago

"UK Implements Strong Measures to Combat Bitcoin Crime and Financial Fraud"

The UK has passed the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill, which allows authorities to seize and freeze cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin if used for illicit purposes. The bill is expected to receive royal assent on October 26, 2023, and aims to expand authorities' ability to crack down on the use of cryptocurrency in crimes such as cybercrime, scams, and drug trafficking. The legislation permits the recovery of crypto assets used in crimes without conviction and aims to combat the use of digital assets for terrorism-related purposes. This aligns with the UK government's plans to robustly regulate crypto and fight the illicit use of digital assets.