Why Know-Your-Customer Rules Won't Work With Bitcoin

Why Know-Your-Customer Rules Won't Work With Bitcoin

Know Your Customer rules exemplify why moulding bitcoin into the current regulatory framework won't work, argues Ariel Deschapell. Regulation is a persistently hot topic in the cryptocurrency world, with a growing number in favour of government getting involved to further legitimize bitcoin. This includes Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire who recently remarked: "Bitcoin needs greater levels of governance around it. I do not believe this industry will grow without collaboration from governments around the world." Allaire stressed that a middle ground must be found between privacy and the needs of....


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