Ukrainian President Zelensky Signs Law Legalizing Bitcoin
Ukrainian President Zelensky has signed a bill making bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies legal, establishing regulatory agencies and investor protections.The President of Ukraine signed the “On Virtual Currency” bill into law on March 16, 2022. The document outlines regulatory agencies, fines for violations, and investor protections allowing an open cryptocurrency market. The law was passed by parliament in September, to later be vetoed by President Zelensky as he expressed concerns of funding for a new regulatory agency, and the now amended bill addresses these issues. President Volodymyr....
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