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SEC lawyers resign following controversial DEBT Box case
Two SEC lawyers have resigned following controversies in the regulator’s legal case against crypto firm DEBT Box. Bloomberg reported on April 22 that Michael Welsh and Joseph Watkins, who served as lead SEC attorneys in the ongoing case, resigned in April. дальше »
2024-4-23 00:00
Hong Kong trade body advocates for crypto self-regulation amid global scrutiny
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) has called to establish independent self-regulatory organizations (SRO) dedicated to overseeing the digital assets sector. The initiative comes in response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the industry. дальше »
2024-4-23 22:09
Will Norway’s new regulations drive Bitcoin miners away?
How will Norway’s crackdown on crypto mining impact the global Bitcoin market and the country’s economy? Amid the recent completion of Bitcoin’s (BTC) fourth halving, which saw miner rewards halved to 3. дальше »
2024-4-23 13:19
Crypto regulation redefined: How MiCA affects your company
The following is a guest post by Mark Gofaizen, Senior Partner at Gofaizen & Sherle. As the MiCA regulation that will reshape the crypto industry approaches, crypto companies need to ensure compliance for a smooth transition. дальше »
2024-4-21 18:07
MiCA will transform the EU into a crypto adoption hub this year | Opinion
The companies that proactively prepare in 2024 should experience a smoother pathway to enjoying the benefits inherent in MiCA. дальше »
2024-4-21 13:35
Token2049: Binance COO says US monitoring deal poses challenges
Binance COO Noah Perlman says monitoring agreement with U. S. regulators is now posing challenges for the exchange despite viewing the deal as an opportunity for improvement. Binance‘s plea agreement with the U. дальше »
2024-4-19 13:35
SEC claims Justin Sun’s alleged visits to US grant it personal jurisdiction to pursue legal action
The US SEC filed an amended complaint in its case against Justin Sun and other defendants on April 18, arguing that Justin Sun’s alleged visits to the US should grant it the jurisdiction required to pursue legal action. дальше »
2024-4-19 04:39
Binance Secures Full Virtual-Asset Services Provider License in Dubai
The fourth and final stage of approval comes almost a year after the crypto exchange secured a third-stage license. дальше »
2024-4-18 12:18
New Zealand’s central bank starts consultations on Bluetooth-friendly CBDC
New Zealand’s central bank has started exploration into launching a central bank digital currency, with ongoing investigation projected until approximately 2030. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is now exploring the introduction of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) also… дальше »
2024-4-17 14:25
Senators probe CFTC chair’s ties with Sam Bankman-Fried
Senators are demanding transparency from the CFTC concerning its past interactions with Sam Bankman-Fried. The post Senators probe CFTC chair’s ties with Sam Bankman-Fried appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-17 18:17
Tether, Circle Diverge on How to Tackle Global Patchwork of Stablecoin Rules
The two largest digital dollar providers have chosen different paths in dealing with a perceived lack of global clarity on stablecoin rules: Circle is looking to U.S. lawmakers to provide guidance, while Tether is taking a hands-on approach to tackling fraud and money laundering. дальше »
2024-4-16 12:30
Buenos Aires charges Worldcoin with consumer law violations, warns of $1.2 million fine
The provincial government of Buenos Aires has formally accused Worldcoin of violating consumer laws through “abusive clauses” in its user agreement. According to the notice, Worldcoin’s unfair agreement allegedly allows it to interrupt services without offering repair or reimbursement. дальше »
2024-4-16 03:01
Senators demand detailed accounting of CFTC’s interactions with SBF
US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Charles Grassley have formally requested a detailed accounting of all interactions between Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Rostin Behnam and disgraced crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). дальше »
2024-4-16 00:49
UK to legislate ‘whole host’ of crypto activities starting in the summer
UK Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami said the country is working on legislation for crypto regulations permitting several activities. Speaking at the Innovate Finance Global Summit (IFGS) 2024 on April 15, Afolami emphasized the regulatory regime’s far-reaching nature and said the change would bring a “whole host” of crypto activities within regulatory bounds. дальше »
2024-4-16 00:02
Fiji’s central bank warns against crypto investments
Fiji’s central bank has issued a warning against crypto investments promoted in the region, citing legal tender laws and potential penalties under local regulations. The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) has issued a public warning, cautioning users from investing in… дальше »
2024-4-15 14:47
BTC, ETH Rise as Hong Kong Bitcoin ETF Applicants Say They've Been Approved
The Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong's markets regulator, has not made an official announcement. дальше »
2024-4-15 10:54
The crypto industry will only benefit from regulation | Opinion
The real potential of cryptocurrencies heavily depends on integration with traditional finance, which in turn requires a well-developed and clever regulatory approach. дальше »
2024-4-14 16:14
MiCA’s impact on the future of crypto landscape: expert take
The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) stands as a critical legislative framework in the EU, crafted to navigate the intricate world of crypto assets. дальше »
2024-4-14 00:07
Ether Spot ETFs Still Have No More Than 50% Chance of Approval in May: JPMorgan
There will probably be litigation against the SEC after May if ether ETFs aren’t approved, the report said. дальше »
2024-4-12 17:04
EU watchdog warns of high concentration in crypto markets, notes minimal euro usage
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) warned that crypto markets are highly concentrated on April 10. ESMA said concentration is a concern because a single asset or exchange failure could broadly impact the crypto ecosystem. дальше »
2024-4-11 00:24
SEC issues Wells notice against Uniswap over securities laws issues
The US SEC has issued a Wells notice to Uniswap Labs, the entity behind the Ethereum-based decentralized exchange, Uniswap. The notice signals the SEC’s plan to bring a lawsuit against the company for issues related to securities laws. дальше »
2024-4-11 22:25
New Zealand Crypto Policy Should Support Industry, Minister for Commerce Says
The country's "wait and see" approach to regulating crypto could risk New Zealand missing out on the benefits of industry developments, a government inquiry found. дальше »
2024-4-11 15:00
Hong Kong is reportedly set to approve first spot Bitcoin ETF by mid-April
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission is reportedly ready to approve the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, signaling a major breakthrough in the city’s crypto market. Hong Kong is gearing up to approve the first batch of spot Bitcoin ETFs in… дальше »
2024-4-10 10:15
Republican Sen. Tillis Calls for ‘Light’ Crypto Regulatory Framework Ahead of Presidential Election
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle urged the need for new crypto laws on Tuesday, as Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo asked for “additional tools” to effectively crack down on illicit crypto financing. дальше »
2024-4-11 20:07
SEC opens request for comments on 3 spot Ethereum ETFs
The SEC has opened comments on Grayscale, Fidelity, and Bitwise‘s applications to launch spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The notices apply to proposed rule changes through which two exchanges — Cboe BZX and NYSE Arca — aim to list and trade shares of the three funds. дальше »
2024-4-4 01:04
Lithuania to establish strict licensing regime for crypto firms by 2025
Lithuania is set to impose strict licensing requirements on crypto firms by 2025, which will significantly reduce the number of companies able to operate in the country. Central bank board member Simonas Krepsta told Bloomberg on April 3 that the move aims to establish robust oversight for the industry as digital assets are increasingly integrated […] The post Lithuania to establish strict licensing regime for crypto firms by 2025 appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-4-4 00:00
SEC director refutes narrative that regulator lacks regulatory framework for crypto
SEC Director of Enforcement Gurbir Grewal recently spoke at the SEC Speaks event, addressing the regulatory challenges the crypto industry faces. Grewal countered the narrative that the SEC lacks a clear regulatory framework for crypto, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to applying existing securities laws to the digital asset space. дальше »
2024-4-4 23:05
US, UK enter agreement to develop AI safety standards
The US and the UK signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop standards for AI Safety on April 1. The agreement aims to develop and iterate “robust suites of evaluations” for AI models, systems, and agents through coordinated scientific approaches. дальше »
2024-4-3 01:07
Litecoin rises 8% behind mobile upgrades, regulatory commodity acceptance
Litecoin has distinguished itself by posting an 8% increase, bringing its value to $107 per coin, thanks to mobile upgrades and regulatory acceptance as a commodity. дальше »
2024-4-3 23:52
Coinbase CFO believe Ethereum is unlikely to be classified as a security
Coinbase CFO Alesia Haas believes that “Ethereum (ETH) is not a security,” and regulators are unlikely to label it as such. Haas shared her view on the matter during an interview with Fortune and pointed to the fact that both the SEC and the CFTC have said the same thing in the past. дальше »
2024-4-2 23:47
AI’s Brave New World: Whatever happened to security? Privacy?
The following is a guest post from John deVadoss, Governing Board of the Global Blockchain Business Council in Geneva and co-founder of the InterWork Alliance in Washington, DC. Last week, I had the opportunity in Washington, DC to present and discuss the implications of AI relating to Security with some members of Congress and their […] The post AI’s Brave New World: Whatever happened to security? Privacy? appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-3-31 03:48
Court rules Custodia Bank not entitled to Federal Reserve master account
A Wyoming court has ruled against Caitlin Long’s Custodia Bank by determining that the lender is not entitled to a Federal Reserve master account. In a summary judgment on March 29, Judge Scott W. дальше »
2024-3-31 01:49
CFTC’s Caroline Pham says KuCoin charges may infringe on SEC authority
CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham said on March 29 that her agency’s charges against KuCoin may infringe on the duties of the SEC. Pham acknowledged the CFTC case as an “aggressive enforcement action” and commended the Division of Enforcement for the move. дальше »
2024-3-31 23:06
European trading hours lead global Bitcoin surge in 2024’s first quarter
Quick Take Bitcoin has experienced a remarkable first quarter in 2024, as reported by Coinglass, with the digital asset surging by an impressive 64% over the quarter and by 13% in March alone. This surge marks the seventh consecutive month of gains for Bitcoin. дальше »
2024-3-31 22:45
US federal agencies ordered to name AI officers, meet other requirements
The White House ordered all US federal agencies to appoint chief AI officers on March 28. Vice President Kamala Harris described the far-reaching nature of the role, commenting that chief AI officers will “oversee all — I’m going to emphasize that — all” use of AI within each agency. дальше »
2024-3-29 23:23
OKX’s Global Compliance Chief Left After Six Months
Patrick Donegan, whose LinkedIn profile says he managed a team of 300 people around the world, was at OKX from August 2023 to January 2024. дальше »
2024-3-31 18:56
KuCoin assures users funds are safe after US levies criminal charges
KuCoin CEO Johnny Lyu said the US criminal charges against the exchange will not affect the platform’s operational stability and assured users that their funds remain safe. Lyu made the statement on social media after the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it is levying criminal charges against the exchange for flouting anti-money laundering (AML) […] The post KuCoin assures users funds are safe after US levies criminal charges appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-3-26 20:53
Bitcoin market absorbs mining output and more, sparking price spike
Quick Take Examining the relative forces between Bitcoin cohort accumulation and monthly issuance offers intriguing insights into the current market situation. The ongoing epoch witnesses daily mining of approximately 900 BTC, translating to nearly 27,000 BTC per month, represented as the blue line in our analysis graph. дальше »
2024-3-26 19:13
Binance to be blocked in the Philippines by regulatory watchdogs
The Philippines' SEC is taking steps to block local access to Binance, citing that the exchange operates without the necessary license. дальше »
2024-3-26 17:35
Coinbase to launch Dogecoin futures by April
Coinbase Derivatives filed for approval of a Dogecoin futures product amid rising interest in memecoin trading. дальше »
2024-3-22 10:04
Estonia passes legislation to regulate crypto service providers
The government of Estonia has enacted a bill that introduces stringent legal requirements for digital assets service providers, local media reported on March 21. The legislation — approved on March 20 — is part of the country’s efforts to regulate the crypto industry and enhance its reliability. дальше »
2024-3-22 02:47
What Happens if the SEC Classifies ETH a Security? (Wrong Answers Only)
The reported move, if confirmed, could have serious ramifications for the blockchain’s developers. But success for the troubled regulator is far from certain and unanswered questions abound. дальше »
2024-3-22 22:36
Hong Kong’s custodian Hex Trust seeks new funding amid rising appetite for crypto
Animoca-backed Asian crypto custodian Hex Trust aims to achieve profitability, while seeking more funding amid the crypto market recovery. Hong Kong-headquartered crypto custodian Hex Trust is set to start discussions about raising additional funds later this year, as the crypto… дальше »
2024-3-21 12:59
SEC chair Gensler condemns ‘AI washing’ after regulatory action against 2 companies
US SEC chair Gary Gensler condemned “AI washing” or the abuse of artificial intelligence (AI) and said such activities “may violate the securities laws.” Gensler made the statements on March 18 in tandem with lawsuits and regulatory action by the SEC against AI washing, which occurs when members of the financial sector make false claims […] The post SEC chair Gensler condemns ‘AI washing’ after regulatory action against 2 companies appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-3-19 02:31
Binance extends cliff period for token listings to bolster regulatory compliance
Binance Holdings Ltd., a leading entity in the crypto exchange market, has announced revisions to its token listing procedures, aiming to align more closely with stringent regulatory standards. дальше »
2024-3-17 17:13
Grayscale amends Ethereum ETF filing, says investors ‘want and deserve’ the fund
Grayscale amended a regulatory filing through which it intends to convert its Ethereum Trust to a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). The company’s March 15 amendment strengthens its earlier filing in multiple ways. дальше »
2024-3-16 03:39
Hong Kong adds Bybit to its list of suspicious crypto exchanges
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has added Bybit to its list of suspicious virtual asset trading platforms and issued a public warning about its unlicensed operations. In a March 14 warning, the SFC said the platform is unlicensed and expressed concerns that Bybit has offered its products to Hong Kong investors. дальше »
2024-3-15 23:45
Binance urges Nigerian authorities to keep dialogue with ‘constructive’ players after halting all services in naira
Binance has issued a compliance statement amid executives’ detention in Nigeria, with their stay in custody until at least March 20. As two executives from Binance remain detained in Nigeria for the second week in a row without any charges… дальше »
2024-3-14 14:44
Crypto.com ‘disappointed’ over $3m fine by Dutch central bank, plans to appeal
The Dutch central bank has fined Crypto.com for $3m, saying the company severely violated compliance requirements. The Dutch central bank, De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), has imposed an administrative fine of €2,850,000 (around $3.1 million) on Foris DAX MT, a parent… дальше »
2024-3-14 13:38
Indonesia’s Finance Regulator Issues New Crypto Regulation to Strengthen Industry
This is part of the preparations for the transition of crypto supervision to OJK by January 2025. дальше »