Guide to cryptocurrency world

In an analysis for CNBC, Arjun Kharpal writes an useful bignami for understanding the cryptocurrency phenomenon. Basic vocabulary, overview of the international scenarios (Asia, United States and Europe) and, finally, focus on countries that are becoming hubs for the development of ICOs, digital coins and Blockchain.

In January 2018 Gibraltar introduced a law known as the Distributed Ledger Technology Regulatory Framework or the DLT Frameworkm, which regulates the activities of FinTech companies.

Past July, Maltese government approved three new cryptocurrency laws including the creation of a specialized department, ICOs regulation and registration of the technology providers and their services.

In Switzerland, the canton of Zug has established a “Crypto Valley” formed by Blockchain and cryptocurrency companies. The government approved business friendly policies thanks to a low tax rate; furthermore, past July, SIX (the Swiss stock exchange) announced a cryptocurrency trading platform to support professional investors.

In the Bermuda Islands, a law has useful information for companies about ICOs: description of the project, sources of financing, digital standards and investor verification.