Crypto Exchange Garantex Co-Founder Arrested In India Over Extradition Request

Authorities in India have apprehended Aleksej Besciokov, the alleged co-founder of Garantex, a cryptocurrency exchange reportedly implicated in “extensive money laundering activities (MLA). ”  $60 Billion In Transactions Linked To Criminal Activity Besciokov, a 46-year-old Lithuanian national, was reportedly arrested while vacationing with his family in Varkala, a coastal city in the Indian state of Kerala. дальше »

2025-3-14 22:15

Major Win For Memecoins: SEC Affirms They Typically Do Not Qualify As Securities

In a recent statement, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) provided insights into the classification of memecoins within the context of federal securities laws.   This move, a part of the SEC’s attempt to make clear how these regulations apply to different assets, could prove to be a significant victory for these altcoins and the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that have been filed with the regulator. дальше »

2025-2-28 01:12

BitClout Founder Faces SEC Fraud Charges Following $257 Million Investor Losses

On Tuesday, Nader Al-Naji, the creator of open-source blockchain-based social media platform BitClout, came under fire from both the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) for his involvement in an alleged “multi-million dollar fraudulent crypto scheme” involving the BitClout platform and its native token, BTCLT. Allegations Against BitClout Founder […] дальше »

2024-7-31 12:00

Crypto Industry In The US Sets Sights On Record Lobbying Expenditure In 2023

According to a Reuters report, the cryptocurrency industry has witnessed a surge in lobbying spending as companies strive to repair their reputations and advocate for favorable legislation.  Despite facing regulatory scrutiny and high-profile scandals and lawsuits from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has taken the lead in enforcing the industry, Reuters has […] дальше »

2023-12-6 03:00

Crypto Misfortune: European Central Bank Chief’s Son Hit By 60% Investment Loss

According to a Reuters report, European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde revealed that her son experienced substantial losses in his crypto investments, disregarding numerous warnings.  Lagarde, a vocal critic of cryptocurrencies, has expressed concerns about their speculative nature, lack of intrinsic value, and potential misuse by criminals for illicit activities.  ECB Chief Urges Need […] дальше »

2023-11-25 02:00