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Central banks will face unfamiliar challenges to achieve CBDC inclusivity, study says

[Oct 4, 2023 3:09 PM] The potential is there, but the difficulties in achieving financial inclusivity are often underestimated, a Bank of Canada study shows.

Bitcoin drives digital asset inflows for the first time in 6 weeks: Report

[Oct 3, 2023 12:00 PM] But Solana was the only other major asset to show inflows for the week.

Crypto Biz: Bidding war for SVB Capital, new crypto funds and Citi’s private blockchain

[Sep 22, 2023 3:00 PM] This week’s Crypto Biz explores SVB Capital bids, new funds from Blockchain Capital, the Hut 8-US Bitcoin merger and Citigroup’s private blockchain.

Bitbuy enters strategic partnership with Canadian crypto ATM firm Localcoin

[Sep 18, 2023 12:30 PM] Localcoin ATM will also be expanding its range of cryptocurrency offerings and launching a wallet app.

Canadian BTC exchange partners with Costa Rica’s largest fiat payment system

[Sep 14, 2023 3:15 AM] Bull Bitcoin forms a partnership with SINPE Movil, Costa Rica’s principal fiat payments system, and Bitcoin Jungle, a local crypto wallet solution.

One Year After Trudeau's Bitcoin Warning, BTC Still Beat Inflation and S&P 500

[Sep 12, 2023 4:11 AM] Despite bitcoin’s tumultuous year, the world’s largest digital asset proved to be a reliable hedge against inflation. And a number of Liberal MPs own it.

Coinbase Is Talking With Canadian Banking Giants to Promote Crypto

[Aug 24, 2023 1:43 PM] U.S.-based crypto exchange Coinbase is in talks with Canadian banking giants, trying to convince them to support the crypto ecosystem in that nation, which the company recently entered as it grapples with regulatory uncertainty in its home country.

Coinbase Will Suspend USDT, DAI and RAI Trading for Canadian Users

[Aug 17, 2023 1:28 PM] The exchange expanded its services in Canada earlier this week.

Crypto Payments Gain Ground In Canada As Confidence Grows

[Aug 17, 2023 6:25 AM] A recent study by the Bank of Canada (BoC) revealed that crypto ownership in the country had slowed over the past two years. However, recent sentiment from Coinbase’s Country Director for Canada, Lucas Matheson, suggests Canadians are slowly…

Strict Canadian crypto exchange rules allowed Kraken clarity to invest there, exec says

[Aug 16, 2023 4:00 PM] Kraken’s Canada managing director told Cointelegraph in an interview that attaining restricted dealer status provided a clear regulatory pathway.

Canada’s regulatory clarity is bringing institutions to crypto - WonderFi CEO

[Aug 16, 2023 3:57 PM] Dean Skurka stated that although regulations have increased cost, they have also led to greater interest in crypto from institutions.

CoinSmart president says crypto taxes are a ‘little bit more favorable’ outside US

[Aug 16, 2023 3:24 PM] According to Jeremy Koven, Canadian crypto firms may have a better regulatory environment than ones in the United States, benefitting users in a number of ways.

In Canada, Spot Bitcoin ETFs Have Been Working for Years

[Aug 16, 2023 9:45 AM] Gorast Tasevski and Haan Palcu-Chang of Purpose Investments share thoughts about bitcoin ETFs – and Canada.

Coinbase Launches in Canada — Executive Says Canada ‘Well Positioned’ to Be a Global Leader in Crypto Economy

[Aug 14, 2023 10:30 PM] Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange Coinbase has officially launched in Canada with new offerings to “make cryptocurrencies more accessible to millions of Canadians.” A Coinbase executive stated: “Canada is well positioned to be a…

Coinbase VP says Canada can be a ‘global leader’ in crypto

[Aug 14, 2023 7:30 AM] The cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase officially launched in Canada in August 2023 and is expanding its service offerings amid a promising local crypto climate.

Canada to develop repository for storing crypto and NFT seizures

[Aug 11, 2023 2:23 AM] The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is seeking a digital asset solution to facilitate the seizure and storage of cryptocurrency and nonfungible tokens.

Canadians have ‘weak incentives’ to use a CBDC: Bank of Canada

[Aug 10, 2023 11:07 PM] A central bank discussion paper found that the majority of Canadians have little trouble accessing financial services, which gives them little reason to use a CBDC.

Canadian police reported using Chainalysis Reactor to trace crypto crimes

[Aug 9, 2023 5:01 AM] Police now have the ability to trace blockchain transactions, identify suspects and determine where funds have been deposited.

Canadian Police Unit Utilizes Chainalysis Blockchain Forensics for Cryptocurrency Investigations

[Aug 9, 2023 1:30 AM] Officials in law enforcement from Lethbridge, situated in the province of Alberta, Canada, have unveiled that the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is now utilizing Chainalysis blockchain forensics software. According to local reports, LPS has…

Free Bitcoin on Zaps experiment — but what are Zaps?

[Aug 8, 2023 8:48 AM] Why a Canadian Bitcoin advocate is giving out free Bitcoin tips, or Zaps, to people around the globe — and why the Zap trend is catching on.

Bank Of Canada Study Shows Crypto Ownership In The Country Fell In The Last 2 Years

[Aug 4, 2023 1:00 PM] A recent study by the Bank of Canada (BoC) has shown a decline in the ownership of cryptocurrencies over the two years. The BoC has attributed this decline in crypto ownership to ecosystem collapses, regulatory hurdles, and price depreciation…

Canadian crypto ownership declined amid tight regulations, falling prices

[Aug 4, 2023 2:32 AM] The biggest motivation for Canadians interested in Bitcoin is an investment — as showcased by the choice of over one-third of the 4,996 respondents in the Bank of Canada's 2022 survey.

First major success in US Congress for two crypto bills: Law Decoded

[Jul 31, 2023 2:00 PM] In a 35–15 vote, the House Financial Services Committee approved the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act.

RFK Jr: Bitcoin ‘Currency of Freedom’; Canadian Government Morphed Into ‘Monster’ During Trucker Protests

[Jul 27, 2023 9:37 AM] The Democratic presidential candidate made the comments during a Twitter Spaces conversation with prominent Bitcoiners on Wednesday.

Canada proposes new capital rules for crypto holdings

[Jul 26, 2023 10:54 AM] The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions is opening public consultations on two draft guidelines, updating its capital and liquidity approach to crypto assets.

Canada Unveils New Bank Capital Rules for Crypto Holdings

[Jul 26, 2023 8:58 AM] New rules for banks and insurers are based on international norms, regulators said

Canada's court deem emoji valid as a contract agreement: Report

[Jul 9, 2023 1:41 PM] The case sought to determine whether a Canadian farmer had agreed to sell tons of flax to a grain buyer in 2021 by replying with a thumbs-up emoji.

Canadian regulator explains stance on crypto staking, lending for investment funds

[Jul 7, 2023 3:40 AM] Staking is still allowed, while the lending opportunities are limited and the proportion of "illiquid" assets is restricted.

'A lot of the bad actors have been shaken out of the market' — Bitvo CEO

[Jul 3, 2023 12:45 PM] Bitvo president and CEO Pamela Draper spoke with Cointelegraph at the Collision Conference in Toronto on the firm almost being acquired by FTX and Canada's regulatory environment.

Crypto Miner Hive Blockchain Touts Privacy of AI Models Running on Its GPUs

[Jun 30, 2023 12:30 PM] Hive wants to provide enterprise AI training in its fleet of GPUs.