US Senate to vote on bill to reopen gov’t with crypto bill in limbo

Some Republicans’ initial plans to have crypto market structure out of committee by November have been sidetracked by the government shutdown. дальше »

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Fed signals crypto pivot, floats ‘skinny master account’ for stablecoin players 

Key Takeaways Why is the Fed open to crypto? According to Gov. Waller, it would reflect the changes that have happened in the sector, including stablecoins.  What’s the broader benefit of the upThe post Fed signals crypto pivot, floats ‘skinny master account’ for stablecoin players  appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Arkham confirms US gov $24b Bitcoin holdings, debunking 85% sell-off rumor

Arkham Intelligence has clarified that the U. S. government still holds approximately 198K BTC, disproving rumors that it had sold off 85% of its reserves. Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence has reported that the U. дальше »

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Anthropic представила секретную версию Claude для американских спецслужб

Anthropic представила специализированные модели искусственного интеллекта Claude Gov, предназначенные исключительно для клиентов в сфере национальной безопасности США. Эти системы уже развернуты в агентствах высшего уровня американской национальной безопасности, а доступ к ним получают только те, кто работает в секретных средах. дальше »

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Anthropic создал ИИ для военных США

ИИ-стартап Anthropic выпустил набор моделей для клиентов из сектора национальной безопасности США.   Claude Gov развернуты «в учреждениях самого высокого уровня». Доступ к технологии имеют «только те, кто работает в такой засекреченной среде». дальше »

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Marinade’s MNDE gains 30% amid Solana DeFi revival, new gov initiative

Marinade’s MNDE token surged 30% after unveiling instant SOL withdrawals and a new creator rewards program, as Solana’s DeFi activity rebounds. Marinade’s governance token MNDE (MNDE) shot up nearly 30%, briefly hitting $0. дальше »

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Missouri tax bill exempts crypto and stock gains from income tax

Missouri lawmakers have passed a sweeping tax bill that exempts capital gains from state income tax and sent it to Gov. Mike Kehoe for signature.  The measure, a top priority for House Republicans, passed the House Wednesday with only GOP… дальше »

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US gov’t actions give clue about upcoming crypto regulation

The early days of the Trump administration saw a flurry of activity that could give the crypto industry an idea of forthcoming crypto regulations, namely that they may not be regulated as securities. дальше »

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Crypto Lawyer Files Lawsuit To Force US Gov’t To Reveal Satoshi Nakamoto

A cryptocurrency lawyer has filed a case against the US Department of Homeland Security in an effort to uncover who actually invented Bitcoin. James Murphy, also referred to online as ‘MetaLawMan,’ is requesting that the government hand over information regarding Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic figure behind the largest cryptocurrency in the world. Related Reading: Conor […] дальше »

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Crypto lawyer sues US gov to reveal Bitcoin creator’s identity

Crypto attorney James A. Murphy, known online as “MetaLawMan,” has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.  This lawsuit seeks documents that may disclose the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin (BTC). Filed in… дальше »

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UK gov introduces bill to recover proceeds of crypto crime

The UK government has introduced the Crime and Policing Bill, aimed at enhancing the country’s ability to recover proceeds from cryptocurrency-related crime. The bill outlines provisions for valuing cryptocurrency, procedures for courts to recover illicit funds, and expanded powers for… дальше »

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Bitcoin In Texas’ Future? Gov. Dan Patrick Unveils Reserve Plan

Texas is poised to be at the forefront of cryptocurrency adoptions through its ambitious legislative proposal. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has an ambitious plan to set up a Bitcoin reserve for the state as part of his legislative priorities in 2025. дальше »

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Crypto advocates focus on Congress as GOP takes control of US gov't

The Republican Party now has total control over the United States Senate, the Executive Branch, and the House of Representatives. дальше »

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Canadian gov warns of crypto use in illegal opioid trade

The Canadian government has raised concerns about the growing use of cryptocurrencies in the illicit opioid trade, particularly in the trafficking and production of fentanyl and other synthetic drugs. дальше »

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Russia to impose regional controls over crypto mining starting Jan 2025

Russia's Gov't has published a draft resolution on banning or providing restrictions on mining locally. The ban will take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, and run until Mar. 15, 2031. дальше »

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Bitcoin’s treble allows US gov to pay back crypto fraud victims

The U.S. Department of Justice is set to reimburse victims of a wire fraud scheme, aided by the tripling value of Bitcoin since the cryptocurrency was seized.  The scheme, which targeted real estate transactions, resulted in millions of dollars in… дальше »

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Japanese lawmaker ‘Satoshi’ questions gov’t plans for Bitcoin reserve

Satoshi Yamada asked the Japanese government whether it could "convert part of its foreign exchange reserves" into Bitcoin or another token. дальше »

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Czech gov’t moves to exempt crypto held for 3+ years from being taxed

The prime minister said Czech residents would not have to report crypto transactions under $4,200 per year or pay taxes for selling digital assets held for more than three years. дальше »

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US gov told banks to suppress crypto, Coinbase documents show

Internal Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation communications suggest the agency deliberately limited U.S. banks’ involvement with crypto businesses in 2022. These communications, brought to light by Coinbase, highlight how regulatory ambiguity has fueled tension between crypto firms and federal banking authorities.… дальше »

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Is the US gov’t poised to add Bitcoin to its national reserve?

Cointelegraph’s latest video breaks down the odds of the US creating a Bitcoin reserve in the next year and its potential impact on prices. дальше »

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Binance, WazirX among crypto firms evading taxes in India, says gov’t

India has recovered $14 million in goods and services tax from crypto firms like WazirX, but Binance has yet to pay its $85 million tax evasion liabilities, the minister said. дальше »

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Trump taps Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to slash gov’t with ‘DOGE’

The newly created Department of Government Efficiency will work to cut “waste and fraud” from $6.5 trillion in US government spending. дальше »

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Seized Alameda Funds On The Move: US Gov’t Shifts Additional Crypto Assets

The US government has swapped its ANT tokens for more liquid Ethereum ahead of a planned crypto phaseout. Related Reading: Did YouTuber MrBeast Make $23 Million From Crypto Scams? Shocking Allegations Emerge The government-controlled crypto wallet that holds nearly $974,000 worth of digital assets has, for the first time in almost 24 months, been activated, […] дальше »

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US Gov’t Loses $20 Million As Crypto Wallets Fall Victim To Major Hack

A crypto wallet owned by the US government might have been compromised and infiltrated by hackers, raising concerns about the security measures being implemented by the government on digital assets. The hacking incident could be a tell-tale sign of a lenient cybersecurity practice in handling government-controlled cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Bitfinex wallet hacker returns most of the $20 million back to US gov’t

According to security firm CertiK, crypto losses in Q3 2024 are up 9.5%, with more than $750 million in total funds stolen by threat actors. дальше »

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US gov’t cites ex-FTX exec’s ‘exemplary cooperation’ before sentencing

Prosecutors asked Judge Lewis Kaplan to consider Nishad Singh’s “substantial assistance” to the government in its case against Sam Bankman-Fried at sentencing. дальше »

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India’s crypto tax is a gov’t attempt to ‘displace’ the tech — Lawyer 

Legal practitioner Amit Kumar Gupta told Cointelegraph that the Indian government’s stance on crypto reflects a lack of understanding of the technology.  дальше »

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US gov files complaints to seize assets from North Korean hackers

According to PeckShieldAlert, losses from crypto hacks and exploits accounted for over $120 million in losses during September 2024. дальше »

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US gov’t cites Caroline Ellison’s ‘extraordinary cooperation’ before sentencing

Lawyers representing the former Alameda Research CEO have requested time served and supervised release — an outcome that appeared more likely after a filing by US Attorneys. дальше »

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Area 51 for AI? US gov secures early access to cutting edge models

It’s unclear whether the government would be required to inform the general public in the event an AI model becomes sentient.

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Telegram CEO charged with ‘complicity’ in grave crimes as French gov websites face DDoS attacks

The charges against Telegram's CEO and subsequent DDoS attacks on French government sites highlight escalating tensions between tech platforms and state authorities, raising concerns about digital privacy and governmental overreach. дальше »

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Fed decision looms after US gov moves Bitcoin – here’s what to expect

The Fed's interest rate decision and DOJ's Bitcoin move could significantly impact crypto markets, highlighting the interconnectedness of monetary policy and regulatory actions. The post Fed decision looms after US gov moves Bitcoin – here’s what to expect appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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BTC price dips 4.5% as US gov’t Bitcoin move raises new sell-off fears

Bitcoin falls below $67,000 in an abrupt change of trend after initially hitting $70,000 for the first time in nearly two months. дальше »

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Bitcoin oversold after German gov’t sell-off — ARK Invest

Bitcoin miners seem to be capitulating, a harbinger of a bullish reversal, according to ARK.

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German gov’t $354M BTC sell-off: Yet more volatility incoming?

The German government is ramping up its Bitcoin sell-off, preparing to offload an additional $342 million worth of BTC.

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German Gov’t Accelerates Sell-Offs With $900M BTC Unloaded In Just 8 Hours — Deeper Price Pullback Ahead?

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Bitcoin sales by gov’ts just 4% of $225B bull market inflows — Analyst

BTC selling volumes generated by nation-states are a drop in the ocean in this bull market, argues CryptoQuant’s Ki Young Ju.

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German gov’t transfers another $52M in Bitcoin, threatening more BTC selling pressure

Repeated Bitcoin transfers to centralized exchanges suggest the government plans to sell its $2.75 billion in BTC holdings.

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German, US gov‘ts move $150M in crypto

The German and U.S. governments make strategic moves with significant Bitcoin and Ethereum transfers, drawing market attention.

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Bitcoin price wobbles at $61K as US gov sends 4K BTC to Coinbase

Bitcoin attempts to digest news that the U.S. government has joined Germany in selling off a portion of its BTC holdings.

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German Gov’t Sends $24 Million More Bitcoin To Kraken, Coinbase As Its BTC Selling Spree Continues

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Bitcoin Selloff: German Gov’t Offloads Another $67 Million As Price Wobbles

In a continued effort to liquidate its substantial Bitcoin holdings, the German government has once again engaged in significant transactions involving BTC, according to data from blockchain analytics platforms Arkham Intel. дальше »

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German gov’t offloads 900 Bitcoin, 400 BTC sent to Coinbase and Kraken

The added selling pressure from the German government could tank Bitcoin price below the key $60,000 mark.

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Marathon Digital enters renewable energy partnership with Kenyan gov’t

Marathon Digital, one of the world’s leading Bitcoin mining operations, announced a collaboration to overhaul Kenya’s renewable energy sector. дальше »

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UK gov’t calls for action on AI copyright, market competition

The U.K. government is under pressure to increase AI oversight following a House of Lords report highlighting the need for stricter regulations for AI standards. дальше »

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Dubai does for crypto what Silicon Valley did for tech — Gov’t affairs firm CEO

NH Management’s Tao Xiao explained that VARA’s objective is not to hinder progress but to secure the market’s integrity.

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Samsung secures $6.4B grant from US gov’t to expand chip manufacturing in Texas

Samsung just received a $6.4 billion grant from the US government to expand its chip manufacturing capacity in Texas. The post Samsung secures $6.4B grant from US gov’t to expand chip manufacturing in Texas appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Sam Bankman-Fried Getting Ready For Prison Sentence? US Gov’t Gets Greenlight To Sell Assets

As Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder and former chief executive officer (CEO) of defunct crypto exchange FTX readies for his prison sentence, prosecutors have formally requested the court to authorize the sale of two jets linked to the former crypto billionaire. дальше »

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Crypto Mining Saga Continues: Industry Leaders Oppose US Gov’t Resurrection Of 30% Tax Proposal

The US Government is under backlash after allegedly targeting the crypto mining industry again. A recent report revealed the government’s plan to resurrect a tax proposal that could significantly affect the whole sector. дальше »

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U.S. Gov Study on NFTs and Intellectual Property Rights: No New Laws

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and Copyright Office unveil joint study on NFTs, exploring implications for intellectual property rights. The post U.S. Gov Study on NFTs and Intellectual Property Rights: No New Laws appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »

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