Getting Ready for the June 1 FINTRAC Changes: Virtual Currency Obligations
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By: Adam Feldman, CAMS, CAMS-RM, CSC, Guest Contributor The rise of virtual currency If you’ve followed the news lately, you’ve probably noticed the increased prominence that virtual currencies are gaining on the global financial landscape. A 2019 study estimated that 9% of the global population owns Bitcoin, while British Columbia alone is home to 229 …