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ForkLog 32 13.06.2025

Thailand to Implement AI Regulation to Stay Ahead in Technological Progress

The Thai government plans to approve an “Artificial Intelligence Act” to regulate the use of AI within the kingdom. This was reported by the Bangkok Post, citing Wisit Wisitsora-at, Secretary of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society. According to the ministry representative, government bodies have already assessed AI’s capabilities in blocking “illegal websites.” AI […]

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ForkLog 12 10.06.2025

Binance Executive Explains Bitcoin’s Rise Amidst Adversity

The price of the leading cryptocurrency continues to rise despite outflows from spot ETFs and social unrest in the United States. Kirill Khomyakov, head of regional markets for Binance in the CIS, Central and Eastern Europe, and Africa, commented on the situation for ForkLog.

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ForkLog 27 10.06.2025

SEC Endorses Self-Custody of Assets as a Fundamental Right

The head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Paul Atkins, announced a new approach by the agency towards non-custodial cryptocurrency storage, describing this right as a “fundamental American value.” The statement was made on June 6th at the final roundtable of the cryptocurrency task force titled “DeFi and the American Spirit.” It marks […]

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ForkLog 13 09.06.2025

Ethereum Proposes EU-Compliant Protocol Design

A new proposal for enhancing Ethereum’s privacy through a modular architecture suggests compliance with the European Union’s GDPR while maintaining decentralization principles. New post on https://t.co/neli1nzo0Y! A pathway for GDPR Data Management & Privacy for Ethereum By:— EugeRe ? https://t.co/TyONivbytM Highlights:— Ethereum can integrate GDPR principles by managing personal data off-chain and using encryption to […]

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ForkLog 27 06.06.2025

Ukraine Launches AI and Blockchain Accelerator

The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine has launched a Sandbox for testing blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies, as announced on the ministry’s Telegram channel. The Sandbox is described as the “first state space” where “startups can grow along an individual trajectory from small projects into new Ukrainian unicorns.” Teams can receive guidance from legal, […]

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ForkLog 36 04.06.2025

Paul Atkins Confirms SEC’s Shift from Enforcement to Guidance for Crypto Firms

Oversight of digital asset industry participants “will be conducted through notifications and comments, rather than enforcement regulation,” stated SEC Chairman SEC Paul Atkins during Senate hearings. The official assured members of the financial services subcommittee that the agency will refrain from establishing its rules through the courts. “The Commission will use existing authorities to set […]

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ForkLog 25 02.06.2025

Singapore’s Regulator to Restrict Overseas Operations of Crypto Firms

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has mandated that crypto companies obtain a Digital Token Services Provider (DTSP) license. Failing this, they must cease servicing overseas clients by June 30. The regulator has taken a firm stance: there will be no transition period, and violators will face sanctions. The new rules will affect companies based […]

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ForkLog 42 02.06.2025

Alternative Mining Solutions Amid Regional Restrictions in Russia

In 2024-2025, several Russian regions implemented restrictions on electricity use for mining. In April, the Russian government signed a decree banning cryptocurrency mining in the southern Irkutsk region until 2031. The Russian Ministry of Energy also plans to extend similar measures to Zabaykalsky Krai and Buryatia. Alongside regional restrictions, cryptocurrency mining activities in Russia were […]

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ForkLog 23 30.05.2025

SEC Clarifies Staking Regulations

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that under certain conditions, staking does not violate American securities laws. The document prepared by the Division of Corporation Finance is not a legally binding guide but rather an analysis by the regulator. Experts told CoinDesk that the statement effectively permits companies to offer staking services, including […]

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ForkLog 42 30.05.2025

Thailand to Restrict Access to Five Cryptocurrency Exchanges

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (SEC) announced an impending block on the exchanges Bybit, OKX, CoinEx, XT.com, and 1000X. The regulator cited their operation without the necessary licenses as the reason. Access to the exchanges’ websites will be restricted by the country’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) starting June 28, 2025. […]

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ForkLog 65 29.05.2025

Marathon chief urges U.S. to mine bitcoin to build a strategic reserve

To build a strategic bitcoin reserve, the U.S. could levy a royalty on mining. An alternative is to mine bitcoin using surplus hydropower. The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump could fulfil its pledge to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) by starting to mine the cryptocurrency, said MARA CEO Fred Thiel, according to CoinDesk. […]

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ForkLog 6 28.05.2025

US Labor Department Lifts Bitcoin Restrictions in Pension Funds

The US Department of Labor has rescinded its guidance advising fiduciaries against considering cryptocurrencies as investment options for 401(k) retirement plans. In 2022, the department expressed concern over Fidelity Investments’ intention to offer Bitcoin accumulation for retirement savings. At that time, the department issued guidance that was met with backlash from the industry. “The [President […]

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