Peruvian Regulator Says COVID-19 Won’t Delay Crypto Regulation Plans

The unit has been preparing a diagnostic “on the use and the existence of cryptoassets in Peru,” with bitcoin (BTC) singled out for mention. “One of the topics that we have not halted progress on is a diagnostic analysis – which is currently ongoing – on the presence and scope in Peru of so-called virtual assets, including bitcoin and other virtual assets that are not proper currencies.

“The first thing we need to do is fully understand this sector, especially in terms of what is happening in Peru in terms of virtual assets. ___ Learn more: Colombia’s Financial Sector May Be Allowed to Pilot Crypto Transactions Crypto P2P Exchange LocalBitcoins: We Have No Plans to Exit Venezuela Cubans Turn to Bitcoin Remittances with 25% Commission to Beat Blockade

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