SEC overstepped bounds in Kraken lawsuit, US state attorneys say

A group of eight U. S. state attorneys general claims the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exceeded its authority in its case against cryptocurrency exchange Kraken. In a joint statement on Feb. дальше »

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US House Committee moves to overturn SEC rule limiting bank crypto custody

The House Financial Services Committee (HSFC) recently cast votes on a resolution aimed at nullifying a guideline from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has been a barrier for banks wishing to engage in cryptocurrency custody services.… дальше »

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Grayscale Takes Major Leap: Urges SEC Options Trading On Bitcoin ETFs, Eyeing $100 Billion Inflows

Asset manager Grayscale is reportedly pressing the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to approve options trading on the spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The move would make the product more accessible to more investors. дальше »

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SEC accuses Terraform Labs of diverting $166 million to legal team ahead of court decisions

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) accused Terraform Labs of transferring around $166 million to Dentons U. S. LLC, a law firm, under the guise of an Advance Retainer Payment. The SEC views this move as an effort to divert assets from the company ahead of any court decision. дальше »

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SEC reveals Terraform Labs’ ‘suspicious’ $166m payment

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed suspicious movements of Terraform Labs’ funds. According to Reuters, the SEC discovered a payment of $166 million to the company’s lawyers from Terraform Labs. дальше »

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SEC Objects to Terraform’s $166M Retainer of Law Firm Dentons: Reuters

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has raised objections to a $166 million retainer payment to lawyers of Terraform, according to Reuters. дальше »

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Ripple Faces New Bombshell Class Action Lawsuit Over Unregistered XRP Sales — XRP’s Fate Hanging In Balance?

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Disgraced Crypto Mogul Do Kwon Will Miss Start Of SEC Trial Amid Extradition Delays

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Australia imposes travel ban on ex-Blockchain Group director after ACX Exchange collapse

The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has secured an interim travel prohibition against a former Blockchain Global director. In a press release on Feb. 28, ASIC said it has obtained interim travel restraint orders against Liang Guo, a former… дальше »

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Ripple Faces New SEC Deadline Extension Request

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has sought a deadline extension for remedies briefing in its lawsuit against Ripple Labs дальше »

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Terraform Labs’ Do Kwon to miss start of SEC trial, report says

The crypto entrepreneur Do Kwon, best known for his failed algorithmic stablecoin, will likely skip the beginning of a civil trial on U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fraud charges. Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon will likely skip the start… дальше »

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HTX withdraws Hong Kong crypto license application three days after submitting it

Crypto exchange HTX (formerly Huobi) has made a U-turn by withdrawing its application for a crypto license in Hong Kong just a few days after submitting it. According to the Securities and Futures Commission’s (SFC) official website, which publishes a… дальше »

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Ripple to Face Another Lawsuit: Details

Ripple is set to face a new class action lawsuit alleging violations of federal and California securities laws by offering and selling XRP without registration дальше »

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OpenSea faces backlash after delisting NFT Pass from Fractional Uprising

OpenSea, the leading NFT marketplace, recently removed the Ethereum NFT pass associated with the Fractional Uprising project, citing a violation of its policies against securities and options.  дальше »

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Reddit Joins Crypto Club, New IPO Filing Reveals Treasury Exposure To Bitcoin, Ether, and MATIC

Social media platform Reddit has made headlines with its decision to invest part of its excess cash in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), as revealed in a Feb. 22 S-1 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). дальше »

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Reddit discloses Bitcoin and Ether purchases using excess cash reserves

Popular social platform Reddit invested its excess cash by buying small amounts of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). In a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Reddit described its crypto investments as “immaterial. дальше »

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Grayscale wants to launch new ETF tracking privacy coins like Zcash

Grayscale seeks SEC approval for a new exchange-traded fund (ETF), which will track the performance of data privacy companies and protocols like Zcash. In a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Grayscale Investments said it plans… дальше »

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Crypto Exchange Kraken Files to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Against It

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission didn't allege fraud and stretched the definition of a contract in its lawsuit against Kraken, the exchange said in a motion to dismiss the case Thursday. дальше »

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Reddit Discloses Bitcoin and Ether Holdings in IPO Filing

Reddit has submitted a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to go public on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “RDDT.” дальше »

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Spot Bitcoin ETF approval changes nothing, analysts at ECB insist

European Central Bank analysts refute Bitcoin’s value despite the recent spot ETF approval, citing its unsuitability for payment and investment, and advocate for stricter regulations. The recent approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange… дальше »

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Coinbase Urges SEC: 5 Reasons For A Spot Ethereum ETF Green Light

Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has formally responded to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the proposal for a spot Ethereum Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, announced through social media platform X that the company submitted a comprehensive 27-page response, complete with 96 citations, to advocate for the […] дальше »

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Texas Bitcoin mining firm sues SEC for overreach on crypto

A Texas crypto firm and industry group sued the SEC, disputing its authority over exchange-traded crypto, aiming to classify them as non-securities. In a legal maneuver against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a Texas-based crypto mining firm called… дальше »

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Coinbase calls on SEC to approve Grayscale’s spot Ethereum ETF

The Coinbase team has called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to approve Grayscale’s application to launch a spot Ethereum (ETH) ETF. The company’s chief lawyer, Paul Grewal, believes that approval of Grayscale’s application is necessary through the… дальше »

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Legal Clash: Texas Crypto Firm Files Lawsuit Against US SEC Over Digital Asset Regulation

A Texas-based crypto company, Lejilex, along with the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (CFAT), has filed a lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), alleging ‘regulatory overreach’ and seeking ‘clarity on the classification of digital assets. дальше »

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SEC Leader Resigns, Stating ‘Crypto Is Here To Stay’ Following Bitcoin ETF Approvals

Ladan Stewart, a prominent figure in the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) crypto division, has left her position to join White & Case, a renowned law firm based in the United States. дальше »

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Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson Blasts Ripple’s Litigation Strategy in XRP Lawsuit

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, has criticized Ripple’s litigation strategy in the ongoing lawsuit with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the classification of XRP as a security.  дальше »

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SEC sued over unlawful targeting of crypto industry

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been sued in Texas for “unlawful targeting” digital asset businesses. The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas on Wednesday by crypto startup LEJILEX and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas LEJILEX is filing the lawsuit ahead of its plans […] The post SEC sued over unlawful targeting of crypto industry appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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Number of crypto crimes in Hong Kong tripled in 3 years

Over the past three years, the number of crimes involving virtual assets in Hong Kong has almost tripled. According to a local media report, Financial Services and Treasury Minister Hui Ching-yu said that the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission… дальше »

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Ethereum Receives Nod Of Approval From Berstein: ETH Price Will Reach $10,000

Global asset management firm, Bernstein has expressed confidence, foreseeing a fairly strong chance of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving an Ethereum Spot ETF.    SEC Ethereum Spot ETF Approval Imminent In a February 19 research report, Bernstein analysts Gautam Chhugani and Mahika Sapra disclosed that Ethereum, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, may be the only digital asset after Bitcoin, to win an ETF approval from the US SEC. дальше »

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Bitcoin Open Interest Reaches $69,000 ATH Levels, What This Means For Price

The Bitcoin open interest has been on the rise over the last few weeks as the price has climbed continuously. This sustained rise in the open interest is a reflection of the heightened interest in the cryptocurrency since the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved Spot Bitcoin ETFs for trading. дальше »

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Could Bitcoin Dogs benefit from expected rally in Bitcoin in 2024?

Many believe the crypto market will extend last year’s rally in 2024 on the back of Spot Bitcoin ETFs the Securities & Exchange Commission approved in January. Bitcoin halving is approaching fast too Experts are bullish on the said exchange-traded funds because they welcome trillions of dollars in institutional capital into the world’s largest cryptocurrency. […] дальше »

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Veteran Trader Warns SEC Chair Gensler Shouldn’t Be Trusted – Here’s Why

The spotlight on Gary Gensler, Chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), intensifies as veteran trader Peter Brandt and figures within the crypto industry voice their doubts about his ability to safeguard investors and effectively regulate the burgeoning digital asset market. дальше »

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Is Bitbot, CorgiAI, or Apecoin worth buying in 2024?

Cryptocurrencies are broadly expected to do well this year now that the Securities & Exchange Commission of the United States has approved the Spot Bitcoin ETFs. The exchange-traded funds bring good news for the broader crypto space because what they do essentially is invite institutional money into Bitcoin. дальше »

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SEC Cracks Down On Van Eck For Failing To Disclose Influencer Involvement In ETF Launch

American investment advisers, VanEck Associates, have been formally penalized by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for violating transparency laws. The investment company has agreed to pay a substantial penalty fee related to their failure to disclose information about a prominent influencer’s participation in the launch of its Spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund […] дальше »

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Lack Of Disclosure Costs VanEck Almost $2 Million Fine In SEC’s ETF Investigation

In a recent development, VanEck, a registered investment adviser and issuer of Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), has settled with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).   The company has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $1. дальше »

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Bitcoin ETFs Threaten Gold’s Dominance As Digitalization Trends Gain Momentum

In just over a month since their approval by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Bitcoin ETFs have swiftly gained traction in the market, posing a formidable challenge to the long-standing dominance of gold ETFs. дальше »

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US banking groups lobby SEC for rule change to enter Bitcoin ETF market

Multiple US banking groups are seeking inclusion in the Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) landscape, prompting a request for a rule change to facilitate their participation. In a Feb. 14 letter to SEC Chair Gary Gensler, a coalition comprising the Bank Policy Institute, the American Bankers Association, the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, and the […] The post US banking groups lobby SEC for rule change to enter Bitcoin ETF market appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Tokn1 Achieves Comprehensive License for Digital Securities, Joining Global Leaders

El Salvador, February 15th, 2024 – Tokn1, a leading player in the realm of Digital Securities, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining a comprehensive license from Salvadoran authorities. дальше »

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Cathie Wood Doubts SEC Will Approve Spot ETFs Beyond Bitcoin And Ether

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood believes the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) rubberstamp is limited to Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) spot exchange-traded funds, while other crypto assets may face serious hurdles. дальше »

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Bakkt gets approval for $150M securities sale

Bakkt announced that its Form S-3 for a shelf registration is now effective after SEC approval. The crypto firm can raise $150 million from securitities sales over three years. In latest crypto news, Bakkt just got a lifeline that could save it from the brink – approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) […] The post Bakkt gets approval for $150M securities sale appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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Bakkt receives green light to raise $150m through its securities sale

Cash-strapped cryptocurrency company Bakkt has been permitted to raise additional funds. According to a Feb. 14 statement from Bakkt, the company has received permission to raise $150 million by selling its securities in one or more offerings over three years.… дальше »

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SEC likely to restrict ETF approvals to Bitcoin and Ethereum, says Cathie Wood

Cathie Wood, CEO and CIO of Ark Invest, recently expressed her views on the likelihood of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. During an appearance on the Wall Street… дальше »

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XRP Lawsuit: Experts Quash Ripple-SEC Settlement Rumors

In the XRP lawsuit between Ripple Labs and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), speculation regarding a potential settlement has been met with skepticism and outright dismissal by several legal authorities closely monitoring the case. дальше »

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The SEC Takes on Dealer Definitions

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission published a new definition for securities dealers, capturing crypto. дальше »

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Wall Street Heavyweights Are Now BTC Whales: Is Bitcoin Losing Its Soul?

Roughly a month after the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), a curious trend is emerging: Retail investors are selling, while institutions are gobbling up the supply. дальше »

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Safemoon CEO On The Brink Of Losing Legal Representation Due To Lack of Funds

John Karony, CEO of the bankrupt crypto firm SafeMoon, has experienced a setback in his legal defense following his attorneys’ decision to withdraw from the case. Karony is currently facing criminal charges for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and securities fraud in the US. дальше »

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Ethereum ETF: Franklin Templeton Enters The Fray As ETH Rallies

Wall Street titan and Asset manager Franklin Templeton has applied for an Ethereum Spot Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) after a struggle to gain approval for their Bitcoin Spot ETF in early January. Asset Manager Files For Spot Ethereum ETF Asset managers have gravitated toward the Ethereum spot ETF since the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the Spot Bitcoin ETF. дальше »

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Coinbase unfreezes Debt Box assets amid SEC controversy

Coinbase has lifted the freeze on Debt Box’s assets after discovering discrepancies in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) representation of its case against the firm. In a Feb. дальше »

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Former ETH Advisor alleges SEC chair’s ties to ETH, hints at CCP influence in security debate

Steven Nerayoff, previously an advisor to Ethereum, has publicly accused Gary Gensler, the Chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), of having undisclosed ties with Ethereum, particularly in the context of the expected launch of an Ethereum Exchange-Traded… дальше »

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SEC chair Gensler addresses security breach and misleading Bitcoin ETF announcement on X

Gary Gensler, the chairman of the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has addressed inquiries from legislators concerning a security incident involving the SEC’s account on X. On Jan. дальше »

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