The Crypto Lawsuit State of Play

Last month, Ethereum incubator ConsenSys sued the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an injunction asking a federal court to block the regulator from investigating its MetaMask offering or from declaring Ether (ETH) a security. дальше »

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SEC issues Wells Notice against Robinhood, crypto community calls it ‘scare tactics’

Robinhood’s crypto division received a Wells Notice from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 4. According to a filing, the Gary Gensler-led Commission staff has been investigating Robinhood’s “cryptocurrency listings, custody of cryptocurrencies, and platform operations” for some time before recommending an enforcement action against it. дальше »

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US probes Jack Dorsey’s Block, Inc. over financial transactions: Report

U.S. prosecutors are reportedly investigating the fintech firm after a whistleblower claimed it processed thousands of transactions for users from sanctioned countries and terrorist groups. дальше »

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Curve Finance awards dev $250K for finding reentrancy vulnerability

Curve Finance awarded cybersecurity researcher Marco Croc with its maximum bug bounty award of $250,000 after thoroughly investigating the security flaw. дальше »

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SEC suspected Ethereum was a security since 2018, new Consensys documents reveal

The Gary Gensler-led Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) began investigating Ethereum’s security status last year, according to an April 29 court filing by Consensys. The filing disclosed that Gurbir Grewal, the Director of the Division of Enforcement, sanctioned the Formal Order of Investigation concerning ‘Ethereum 2. дальше »

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China’s former CBDC chief is under government investigation

China investigating Yao Qian, the former head of the Digital Yuan project. Local media reports say Yao is under probe for “violations of discipline and law. ” Yao Qian, a leading Chinese blockchain expert who previously spearheaded China’s Digital Yuan program, is reportedly under government investigation. дальше »

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India’s ED probe Bollywood star in $800m crypto ponzi scheme

India's ED is investigating Raj Kundra in a $800m cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme, seizing assets and linking him to a failed Bitcoin mining project. дальше »

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‘It Can Be Said With Confidence the SEC Is Investigating Ethereum’: Consensys’ Bill Hughes Talks Crypto Law

Consensys Senior Counsel and Director of Global Regulatory talks about ETH's legal status and Ethereum's future. дальше »

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North Korean Crypto Hackers Have Stolen $3B Since 2017, Says UN Security Council: Report

A UN Security Council panel is investigating 17 crypto heists in 2023, for which North Korea may have been responsible, which were valued at more than $750 million. дальше »

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Ethereum Foundation reportedly investigated by ‘state authority’

A government agency is Allegedly investigating the Ethereum Foundation, a non-profit organization in the Ethereum ecosystem. дальше »

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BitMEX Investigating Unusual Flash Crash That Drove Bitcoin Price Down To $8,900

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Rogue trader crashes Bitcoin to $8900 on BitMEX in massive sell-off event

BitMEX is investigating an unusual activity involving “a user selling large orders” on its Bitcoin spot market. Yesterday, several market observers identified a rogue seller who unloaded more than 400 BTC on the BitMEX exchange. дальше »

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Hackers breach Binance-incubated platform NFPrompt, token plummets 10%

NFPrompt, an AI-based art and NFT trading platform incubated by Binance, suffered a severe security breach, which the FBI is investigating.  дальше »

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This Country Is Investigating the Binance CEO Over $26 Billion in ‘Suspicious Trades’

Nigerian authorities have summoned Binance CEO Richard Teng over suspicious flows on the exchange following the detention of two other executives. The post This Country Is Investigating the Binance CEO Over $26 Billion in ‘Suspicious Trades’ appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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OKB token suddenly plunges 50%, OKX investigating the issue

At precisely 09:07 am UTC on January 23, the price of OKB dropped from $50. 69 to $48. 36, leading to an automatic liquidation of multiple margined positions. This sudden price movement caused high volatility, with OKB reaching a low of $25. дальше »

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Coinbase users informed of subpoena by CFTC in suspected connection with Bybit inquiry

Coinbase has revealed the U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) subpoenaed it in an unknown matter through an email sent to its users this week and obtained by CryptoSlate. The email does not provide extensive information about what the financial regulator might be investigating. дальше »

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SEC still probing Binance US over FTX-like fraud

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is still investigating Binance US in search of evidence that the exchange and former CEO, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, had a backdoor to control customer assets. дальше »

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Investigating Solana and its potential influence on trends in cryptocurrency investments.

Сообщение Investigating Solana and its potential influence on trends in cryptocurrency investments. появились сначала на Coinstelegram.

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Elon Musk Calls for OpenAI Ex-CEO Investigation After Receiving These Documents

Tech billionaire Elon Musk believes that case described in OpenAI-related documents that have fallen into his hands is 'worth investigating'; Dogecoin cofounder sided with him дальше »

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Binance settles with US government: Timeline of enforcement actions

United States government agencies spent months, sometimes years, investigating Binance in the lead-up to unsealing an indictment against the exchange. дальше »

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Interim OpenAI CEO Emmett Shear announces investigation as staff revolts against board

Emmett Shear, OpenAI’s new CEO, wants to investigate the happenings at the company that culminated in the removal of former CEO Sam Altman. In a Nov. 20 statement on social media platform X, Shear outlined a 30-day plan comprising three key objectives: restructuring the management and leadership team, investigating the reasons behind departures, and engaging […] The post Interim OpenAI CEO Emmett Shear announces investigation as staff revolts against board appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Crypto Crackdown: Ukraine Advances Investigation Training To Combat Financial Fraud

Ukraine has taken notable strides to equip its officials with skills for investigating financial crimes involving crypto. According to a report, 14 Ukrainian officials recently underwent an advanced training program in Vienna, Austria, from November 14 to 17. дальше »

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Delaware authorities refer fake BlackRock XRP trust filing to state's Justice Department

State authorities may be investigating the fake registration for a BlackRock “iShares XRP Trust” following a referral from Delaware's Division of Corporations. дальше »

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Fake BlackRock XRP Filing Referred to Delaware Department of Justice

Delaware's Department of Justice may be investigating the fake filing made for an apparent XRP exchange-traded fund. дальше »

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Poloniex hit by $100 million theft, hacker boosts Tron’s TRX

Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun has offered the Poloniex hacker a 5% bounty to return the stolen funds within the next seven days. The hack Earlier today, Sun said Poloniex was investigating a hacking incident without providing additional information. дальше »

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India's Central Bureau of Investigation Appoints Liminal to Manage Seized Digital Assets

India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the premier investigating police agency in the nation, has appointed digital asset custodian Liminal to manage seized digital assets. дальше »

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Why Yuga Labs’ ApeFest Became a Sight for Sore Eyes

Attendees at Yuga Labs' ApeFest event in Hong Kong reported eye problems, potentially due to exposure to ultraviolet lights. The company is investigating the issue. The post Why Yuga Labs’ ApeFest Became a Sight for Sore Eyes appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Why Senator Cynthia “Crypto Queen” Lummis Calls on Justice Department to Charge Binance

Senator Cynthia Lummis’s appeal for investigating Binance and Tether underscores a critical regulatory concern amid allegations of these platforms facilitating illicit financial activities. The post Why Senator Cynthia “Crypto Queen” Lummis Calls on Justice Department to Charge Binance appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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SEC initiates legal action against Elon Musk over Twitter stock disclosures

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated legal proceedings against Elon Musk due to his non-compliance with a subpoena. The financial authority is investigating whether the billionaire violated federal securities law with his Twitter purchase last year. дальше »

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Сrypto scam investigation reveals human trafficking in Cambodia

Investigating crypto scams around Tether’s stablecoin, journalist Zeke Faux uncovers a large human trafficking ring in Cambodia. Crypto scams and exchange hacks are becoming almost a regular occurrence in the digital assets space. дальше »

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Ukraine probes local crypto exchanges for tax dodging

The Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine is conducting a pretrial investigation against local crypto trading platforms suspected of tax avoidance. Ukraine’s Economic Security Bureau (ESB) is investigating local crypto exchanges after the bureau found that non-regulated exchanges operating in the… дальше »

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Stake hack of $41M was performed by North Korean group: FBI

After investigating, the FBI concluded that the hack of crypto gambling site Stake was carried out by North Korean hackers Lazarus Group. дальше »

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Crypto millionaires deaths: Investigating the series of murders

Recent murders have cast a dark shadow over the crypto world. Investigations may reveal the unsettling link between sudden wealth and these violent incidents. дальше »

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Synapse token, TVL slide following major liquidity provider sell-off

Synapse Labs, the main contributor to the cross-chain bridge Synapse (SYN), confirmed that an unnamed liquidity provider sold SYN tokens and removed liquidity from the bridge. In a Sept. 5 statement on X (formerly Twitter), Synapse Labs continued that the incident was unrelated to any security breach on the bridge, adding that it was investigating […] The post Synapse token, TVL slide following major liquidity provider sell-off appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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French authorities investigate Worldcoin’s Paris HQ

France’s and Germany’s data regulators are jointly investigating Worldcoin’s data collection methods, specifically focusing on iris scans. France’s data protection regulatory authority, CNIL, has recently focused on Worldcoin. дальше »

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Binance dubs barred Russian banks on its platform as ‘Yellow’ and ‘Green’ cards

Despite the U.S. DOJ investigating Binance for violation of U.S. sanctions with its services in Russia, the firm has continued to promote its platform in the country. дальше »

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Ripple, ConsenSys participate in Mastercard program to promote CBDC innovation

The payment processor has enlisted a range of market players in its quest for innovation and efficiencies in a technology that 93% of central banks are investigating. дальше »

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India probes betting platforms for crypto tax evasion

Indian authorities are intensifying their crackdown on gaming and betting applications using cryptos and offshore companies to evade taxes.  According to a report from The Economic Times, several agencies are investigating networks of dummy companies that allegedly use crypto assets… дальше »

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Worldcoin draws the ire of Argentina next

The U.K., France, Germany and Kenya are already investigating Worldcoin due to similar concerns. Previously, Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin had said that some privacy and ethical issues raised arouThe post Worldcoin draws the ire of Argentina next appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Hostile Scrutiny of BlackRock Intensifies With Letter Alleging Breach of Fiduciary Duty

US Senators are investigating BlackRock for allegedly using individuals' assets to pressure businesses into adhering to global agreements, potentially violating its fiduciary duties to prioritize client interests The post Hostile Scrutiny of BlackRock Intensifies With Letter Alleging Breach of Fiduciary Duty appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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UK to expand crypto crime agency, hiring spree underway

The job involves investigating crypto fraud, money laundering and other blockchain-based crime performed by organized groups.

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Report: New York’s Attorney General investigating DCG’s subsidiary

Digital Currency Group's subsidiary, Genesis Global Capital, is reportedly being investigated by the New York State Attorney General's Office дальше »

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New York Attorney General probing Digital Currency Group in relation to Genesis Global Capital : Report

The New York Attorney General (NYAG) is currently probing Digital Currency Group (DCG), according to reports from Bloomberg on Aug. 4. In recent months, the regulator has reportedly been investigating the DCG over its dealings with its subsidiary Genesis Global Capital. дальше »

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KPMG Deems Bitcoin ‘Misunderstood’: Energy Consumption At Par With Tumble Dryers

Prominent accounting and consultancy firm, KPMG, has published a report delving into Bitcoin and its mining implications. The report focuses on investigating Bitcoin’s potential to align with the principles of environmentally friendly investing, commonly known as ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). дальше »

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German Data Watchdog Investigates Worldcoin Amid Ongoing Issues

Sam Altman’s brainchild, Worldcoin (WLD), is facing scrutiny as the Bavarian state regulator in Germany has been actively investigating the project for a full year. According to Michael Will, the President of the Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision, the regulator has expressed apprehensions regarding WLD’s ambition to handle “sensitive data on a very […] дальше »

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German privacy watchdog has been investigating Worldcoin since November 2022

One of Germany’s top privacy regulators began investigating Worldcoin’s data collection practices in November 2022, and the probe is still ongoing, Reuters reported on July 31. The Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision President Michael Will told the newswire that the regulator had concerns over the project’s aim to process “sensitive data at a […] The post German privacy watchdog has been investigating Worldcoin since November 2022 appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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French data protection regulator investigating recently launched Worldcoin

The French data protection regulator CNIL is looking into the recently launched Worldcoin (WLD) cryptocurrency project started by Sam Altman of OpenAI, for “questionable” practices. Regarding Worldcoin’s practice of scanning retinas to ensure that no single person can claim cryptocurrency rewards more than once, a CNIL spokesperson wrote in a written statement that “the legality […] The post French data protection regulator investigating recently launched Worldcoin appeared first on Invezz. дальше »

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BarnBridge (BOND) token takes to the sky weeks after SEC probe scare

The BarnBridge token has hit a daily high of $3. 82, after a 30% surge earlier today. At press time, the token was trading at $3. 69, up 24. 94% in 24 hours. On July 7, there were reports of the US SEC investigating the BarnBridge and members associated with the DAO. дальше »

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US Regulators Investigate OpenAI Amid Hollywood Writer Strike

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, over potential false information and data security practices. Concurrently, Hollywood writers are protesting against the rise of AI technology. дальше »

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IRS investigating American crypto exodus to Puerto Rico

The U. S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is pursuing tax dodgers who abused Puerto Rico’s tax structures, Bloomberg reported on July 12. Puerto Rico has offered significant tax incentives to cryptocurrency traders, hedge fund managers, and other American investors since 2012. дальше »

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