ARCHIVE March2023
UN expresses concern for human rights in El Salvador after yearlong state of emergency – JURIST
The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Tuesday called for authorities in El Salvador to address human rights concerns as the nation marks one year in a state […]
Hong Kong press freedom groups condemn harassment of journalists – JURIST
Press freedom groups in Hong Kong, including Hong Kong Journalist Association (HKJA) and Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Monday condemned the region’s harassment of journalists.In a statement issued Monday, HKJA expressed its concern […]
Malaysia introduces bills to abolish mandatory death penalty – JURIST
Malaysia’s Parliament Monday introduced two bills to abolish mandatory death penalties for certain sentences.The Abolition of Mandatory Death Penalty Bill of 2023 would reverse prior laws that require a mandatory death sentence […]
New Zealand intelligence agencies concerned over foreign nation cyberattacks – JURIST
The New Zealand Intelligence and Security Committee Monday held its annual review, with cyberattacks being the primary concern across reports.Director-General of the Government Communications Security Bureau Andrew Hampton labelled the peace and […]
Mexico Supreme Court suspends proposed electoral reforms for infringing on human rights – JURIST
The Mexican Supreme Court Friday suspended President Andrés Obrador’s proposed legislative reform package regarding the nation’s electoral system, following a challenge from the National Electoral Institute (INE) who argued that the reforms […]
BitGo Secures Digital Asset Protection With Coincover
Losing access to digital assets is a genuine concern for users. And as the cryptocurrency market matures, security and risk management are becoming increasingly important for customers and regulators alike. It is […]
Berlin referendum to secure climate neutrality by 2030 unsuccessful – JURIST
Citizens of Berlin, Germany Sunday voted in a referendum to amend the Berlin Climate Protection and Energy Transition Act. However, the amendment was rejected as not enough voters supported the proposal to […]
UN human rights council details mistreatment of Guantanamo Bay detainees, calls for closure – JURIST
The UN Sunday described the treatment of detainees at Guantánamo Bay as “worrying” and called for the closure of the detention facility “without further delay.” The comments came in a newly released […]
Global CBDC Technical Standards: Should the UK Lead?
The UK should provide leadership in international digital currency technical standards-setting regardless of whether it decides to deploy a digital Pound. Roxana Mohammadian-Molina, chief strategy officer, Blend Roxana Mohammadian-Molina, chief strategy officer […]
US and Canada reach agreement to limit entry to asylum seekers at unauthorized crossing locations along shared border – JURIST
US President Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Friday announced a pact that would allow both countries to have the ability to deny entry to asylum seekers at unauthorized crossing locations […]
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Egypt authorities refuse identity documents in attempt to pressure dissidents to return: Human Rights Watch – JURIST
Authorities in Egypt have refused to issue and renew essential identity documents needed by those living outside the country, said Human Rights Watch (HRW) Monday. The refusals are allegedly part of attempts […]
Tunisia court should quash convictions against homosexuality, says Amnesty International – JURIST
Amnesty International Sunday called for a Tunisian lower court to quash convictions against two LGBTQ+ individuals who were convicted for homosexuality.A transgender woman and gay man were arrested along with six others […]
Kraken Staking Services Banned in the US – A Win For Investors or a Step Too Far?
One of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Kraken, has felt the wrath of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following its failure to register its staking-as-a-service program. We reached out to the industry […]
EU and UN announce monetary support for Rwanda in evacuating refugees from Libya – JURIST
The EU Delegation in Rwanda Thursday announced an aid package valued at € 22 million to the Rwandan government in support of the Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM) operated by the UN Refugee […]
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