{"id":5283,"date":"2022-06-28T21:03:31","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T21:03:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cryptoheretostay.com\/?p=5283"},"modified":"2022-06-28T21:03:31","modified_gmt":"2022-06-28T21:03:31","slug":"report-moroccos-central-bank-to-unveil-crypto-regulation-bill-soon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cryptoheretostay.com\/?p=5283","title":{"rendered":"Report: Morocco&#8217;s Central Bank to Unveil Crypto Regulation Bill Soon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\r\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"totafreearti-20\";\r\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"search\";\r\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\r\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\r\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\r\namzn_assoc_default_search_phrase = \"crypto\";\r\namzn_assoc_default_category = \"All\";\r\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"false\";\r\namzn_assoc_title = \"\";\r\namzn_assoc_rows =\"1\";\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Moroccan central bank is presently working on a cryptocurrency regulation framework bill and according to the bank\u2019s governor, Abdellatif Jouahri, this is set to be introduced soon. The regulatory framework being worked on will result in Morocco\u2019s money laundering and anti-terrorism financing regulations being upgraded.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Crypto Regulation Best Practices<\/h2>\n<p>A Moroccan central bank committee is working to put in place an appropriate regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) governor Abdellatif Jouahri has reportedly said. The governor also revealed his institution has engaged both the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank over the benchmarks that will be used.<\/p>\n<p>Before Jouhari\u2019s latest remarks, Bitcoin.com News reported in March 2022 that the Moroccan central bank was in talks with two global financial institutions as well as with the central banks of France, Sweden, and Switzerland. At the time, The talks, according to the central bank, were focused on what would be the crypto regulation best practices.<\/p>\n<h2>Balancing Innovation and Consumer Protection<\/h2>\n<p>Meanwhile, a Mapnews report stated BAM\u2019s mooted regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is expected to strike a balance between the need to foster innovation and the welfare of consumers.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to addressing issues around the regulation of cryptocurrencies, Jouhari hinted that the framework being worked on will also see Morocco\u2019s money laundering and anti-terrorism financing regulations being upgraded.<\/p>\n<p>While the central bank has in the past conceded that Moroccans will likely adopt cryptocurrencies, BAM, alongside the Ministry of Finance and the Moroccan Capital Market Authority, has repeatedly warned of the risks that are associated with the use of cryptocurrencies.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What are your thoughts on this story? Let us know what you think in the comments section below. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Terence Zimwara <\/p>\n<p class=\"article__body__author__info__about\">\nTerence Zimwara is a Zimbabwe award-winning journalist, author and writer. He has written extensively about the economic troubles of some African countries as well as how digital currencies can provide Africans with an escape route.<\/p>\n<p><i class=\"td-icon-font td-icon-linkedin\"\/><\/p>\n<p><i class=\"td-icon-font td-icon-twitter\"\/><\/p>\n<p><i class=\"td-icon-font td-icon-telegram\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"images_credits\"><em>Image Credits: Shutterstock, Pixabay, Wiki Commons<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Disclaimer<\/strong>: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a direct offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell, or a recommendation or endorsement of any products, services, or companies. Bitcoin.com does not provide investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Neither the company nor the author is responsible, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any content, goods or services mentioned in this article.<\/p>\n<p>More Popular NewsIn Case You Missed It<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\r\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"totafreearti-20\";\r\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"search\";\r\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\r\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\r\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\r\namzn_assoc_default_search_phrase = \"bitcoin\";\r\namzn_assoc_default_category = \"All\";\r\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"false\";\r\namzn_assoc_title = \"\";\r\namzn_assoc_rows =\"1\";\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/news.bitcoin.com\/report-moroccos-central-bank-to-unveil-crypto-regulation-bill-soon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Moroccan central bank is presently working on a cryptocurrency regulation framework bill and according to the bank\u2019s governor, Abdellatif Jouahri, this is set to be introduced soon. The regulatory framework being worked on will result in Morocco\u2019s money laundering and anti-terrorism financing regulations being upgraded. 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