G-20 eyes registry for cryptocurrency exchanges

International community aims to prevent virtual money laundering

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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are pushing countries to adjust money laundering regulations. © Reuters

TAKERO MINAMI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- The Group of 20 major economies are expected to reach an agreement to create a registry of cryptocurrency exchanges, bolstering oversight to address a regulatory patchwork that can be exploited by money launderers.

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