Benzinga - Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, has been presented with Taiwan's esteemed Employment Gold Card during his recent visit to the country.
This accolade, a testament to Buterin's contributions to the digital and crypto realms, grants him the privilege to travel in and out of Taiwan with greater ease for the next three years, the country's local media outlet reported.
Buterin, who's a billionaire due to his work with Ethereum, expressed his appreciation for the recognition and the strong Ethereum community in Taiwan.
"I have been to Taiwan many times before, and I like it every time. We have a very good Ethereum community in Taiwan. It will be more convenient to have a gold card to come many times," Buterin stated.
The awarding of the Gold Card underscores Taiwan's recognition of global leaders in the tech industry and its commitment to fostering a collaborative digital environment.
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Buterin's acknowledgment of the vibrant Ethereum community in Taiwan further highlights the nation's growing prominence in the global crypto landscape.
Earlier in the year, Bloomberg reported that Taiwan intended to designate its premier financial watchdog, the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC), as the primary authority for cryptocurrency oversight.
Quoting sources, the report stated that both the FSC and Taiwanese lawmakers have been collaborating with various governmental agencies and engaging with crypto industry stakeholders to devise a solid regulatory framework.
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