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Cryptocurrency

Thai SEC Amends Rules on Use of Digital Assets in Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/09/2024

The regulatory changes allow digital asset business operators to participate in the central bank’s Programmable Payment Sandbox.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

US SEC Charges 10 Firms for Breaking Whistleblower Protection Rule

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/09/2024

A broker-dealer, two investment advisers, and seven public companies used signed agreements to impede the reporting of misconduct to the SEC.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Lawmakers Accuse Iraq of Facilitating Iran Sanctions Evasion

By Editors | 09/09/2024

Five US members of Congress claim Iraqi officials are involved in “industrial-scale sanctions evasion” on behalf of the Iranian regime.

Structural Regulation

US to Impose New Export Controls Targeting Advanced Technology

By Editors | 09/09/2024

The new rules target quantum computers and components, advanced chipmaking tools and technology, and various components and software related to metals and metal alloys.

PEPs & Sanctions

Iran Facing New Sanctions Over Missile Shipments to Russia

By Editors | 09/09/2024

US officials have confirmed the delivery of hundreds of short-range ballistic missiles to Russia. The US and EU intend to respond with sanctions.

PEPs & Sanctions

Trump Promises to Lift All Russia Sanctions if Re-Elected

By Editors | 09/09/2024

Trump said the move would ensure the continued dominance of the US dollar and prevent Iran, Russia and China from gaining economic power.

AI Risk & Governance

US, EU, UK Sign Legally-binding International Treaty on AI

By Manesh Samtani | 08/09/2024

The international treaty aims to promote innovation while protecting human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Issues Sanctions Targeting Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 Project

By Editors | 08/09/2024

Two Indian companies were sanctioned for owning and managing a vessel that engaged in “deceptive shipping practices”.

PEPs & Sanctions

DOJ Charges Russian TV Presenter With Violating US Sanctions

By Editors | 08/09/2024

The television presenter and producer for Russia’s state-owned Channel One, along with his wife, were charged for sanctions violations and money laundering.