The Dutch Central Bank is putting crypto companies on notice, saying it will even include their shareholders under its microscope. | Source: ShutterstockThe Dutch central bank has run out of patience with the crypto space. The De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) put certain players on notice that they have until 2020 to register.That’s when they’ll become subject to "integrity supervision."On Tuesday, the De Nederlandsche Bank claimed it was required to start supervising crypto-related businesses under the fifth European anti-money laundering directive (AMLD5).Despite cryptocurrencies inching closer to mainstream adoption, especially bitcoin, the central bank remains worried. Its main gripe is that cryptos are vulnerable to financial crimes.The central bank’s move is troubling for several
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Bitcoin Creator Deserves Nobel Peace Prize: Morgan Creek Exec.
September 3, 2019Bitcoin bull Anthony Pompliano wants Satoshi Nakamoto to win the Nobel Peace Prize, but other crypto fans aren’t sure that’s a good idea. | Source: ShutterstockWhoever the real Satoshi Nakamoto is, one long-time Bitcoin enthusiast thinks he, she, or they should win the Nobel Peace Prize.The recommendation came from Anthony “Pomp” Pompliano, a partner at Morgan Creek Digital Assets.Satoshi should win the Nobel Peace Prize.We finally have a currency that can assume global reserve status without anyone having to engage in violence.— Pomp ? (@APompliano) September 3, 2019Pompliano is not the first crypto bull to argue that the pseudonymous Bitcoin creator should receive the highly-acclaimed honor.Tesla CEO Elon Musk even joked that Satoshi deserves a "Nobel prize in delayed
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