Massachusetts launches probe into AI in securities industry

Massachusetts securities regulators seek to ensure that AI applications in the securities industry will not harm the interests of their users.

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Binance Academy partners with the online learning platform Coursera

Binance has continued to extend its presence within the cryptocurrency industry amid the ongoing regulatory setbacks that seem to have been triggered by the US Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) lawsuit.

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Gensler: Leverage and lack of disclosure hurting crypto

Gary Gensler, the Chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says lack of disclosure and too much leverage are two factors hurting the crypto industry. The SEC Chair’s comments on Thursday come at a time when the crypto sector is firmly in the spotlight again.

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SEC Chair Gensler: Crypto Companies – You Have Been Warned

Gary Gensler, the chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has fired a warned shot at the crypto industry saying that: "We need to protect crypto investors because the runway is getting shorter.

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SEC Chair Gary Gensler: Crypto Exchanges Are ‘Highly Centralized’

Securities and Exchange Commission chairman Gary Gensler questioned its decentralization properties in his latest attack on the crypto industry. The post SEC Chair Gary Gensler: Crypto Exchanges Are ‘Highly Centralized’ appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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LBRY’s Jeremy Kauffman Says The SEC Is Out To Damage The Crypto Industry

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‘Entire Crypto Industry Goes Parabolic’ If Ripple Takes Win Over SEC In XRP Lawsuit: Pundit

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Reuters reports major US banks pausing crypto lending plans amid challenging SEC guidelines

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guidance on crypto custody might impede banks from the industry because of the cost of implementation, Reuters reported on September 16. The post Reuters reports major US banks pausing crypto lending plans amid challenging SEC guidelines appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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A Bitcoin ETF Is Long Past Due, Crypto Lobbyists Say in New Report

The crypto industry is baring its teeth in long-fought battle over spot exchange-traded funds, getting set to issue a report critical of how the Securities and Exchange Commission has handled itself.

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SEC Enforcement Chief: We Can't Ignore Crypto Law-Breaking

Gurbir Grewal, director of enforcement at the Securities and Exchange Commission, said his agency can’t look the other way as the cryptocurrency industry violates securities laws.

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Why This Former SEC Chair Thinks Crypto Is Coming To Legacy Finance

Former U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Jay Clayton recently gave an interview discussing the state of crypto regulations in the country. Many top companies in this industry have been asking for a robust framework from authorities in the U.

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Certain regulatory clarity could be 'hugely detrimental' for crypto, says former CFPB director

Some players in the industry could find U.S. regulators making a "big overreach" if agencies like the SEC listed specific criteria for cryptocurrencies as securities.

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Crypto Industry Slams SEC After It Declares Nine Tokens Securities

The Securities and Exchange Commission declared today in a court filing that nine tokens listed on Coinbase were securities, prompting strong criticisms from the crypto industry over the agencys regulatory...

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SEC Files Complaint Following Coinbase Inside Trading Case, 9 Altcoins Deemed Securities

Today, the U. S. Department of Justice brought charges on three suspects for their alleged involvement in an inside trading scheme, one of the suspects was a former Coinbase employee. The case seems poised to have major implications for the crypto industry.

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SEC Conducting Extrajudicial Industry Sweeps on Crypto Sector Says Tom Emmer

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is still on the crypto warpath and has reached beyond its own jurisdiction, according to Senator Tom Emmer. The post SEC Conducting Extrajudicial Industry Sweeps on Crypto Sector Says Tom Emmer appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Gensler says SEC can consider tailoring rules for crypto industry compliance

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chairman Gary Gensler said the commission might tailor securities laws for crypto companies to comply. The post Gensler says SEC can consider tailoring rules for crypto industry compliance appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Crypto Community Remains Upbeat On XRP, Despite Bearish Market Conditions

The crypto community got a major surprise two years ago when a leading provider of crypto solutions for businesses was slapped with a lawsuit by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Ripple was taken to court by the SEC, which sparked what has become the most closely watched legal showdown in the cryptocurrency industry.

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Crypto Firms In The US Have Paid Over $3 Billion In Fines With The SEC Being The Largest Collector

Crypto firms have paid over $3 billion in fines to US authorities since Satoshi Nakamoto launched Bitcoin. BlockFi was slammed with the largest fine after it paid $100 million early in the year. Payment of fines suggests that the cryptocurrency industry is not as unregulated as critics paint it to be. The US Securities and […]

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Global Crypto Regulatory Body In The Offing

Crypto regulations have posed a challenge for several governments as they struggle to balance the need for consumer protection and encouraging innovation in the promising industry. Statements from a top official at the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) reveal that the concerns around the nascent market have risen to the level of global importance. […]

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Regulation of Crypto Industry a Global Priority Says International Securities Commission

Cryptocurrency regulation has become a top priority for the global association of market regulators, according to one top official. The post Regulation of Crypto Industry a Global Priority Says International Securities Commission appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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SEC Chair Warns Crypto Exchanges Working Against Users’ Interest

The Chairman of the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, reiterates his criticism of the blockchain industry, saying a few crypto exchanges may be working against the users’ interest as they bypass imposed rules to bet against customers.

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Ripple’s XRP Projected To Surpass $2.55 By December 2022 Following SEC Lawsuit Outcome

The report, which was updated on May 4 entailed consulting a panel of 36 industry experts for their thoughts on how XRP will perform over the next decade should Ripple win or lose the case against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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SEC expands crypto team to bolster consumer protection efforts

The United States Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) is looking to nearly double its crypto team to protect investors and combat violations in the crypto industry. The post SEC expands crypto team to bolster consumer protection efforts appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Crypto Proponents Fear SEC 'Backdoor' Regulations on Exchanges, Dealers

Lawyers and lobbyist for the cryptocurrency industry have raised objections to Securities and Exchange Commission proposals that could formally expand crypto oversight. The comment deadline arrived Monday for the first of those rule that amplifies the scope of how the agency defines exchanges.

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The SEC's New Proposal to Redefine 'Dealer' Could Spell Bad News for DeFi

A new proposal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) aims to redefine what it means to be a securities dealer – a move industry experts say could cripple the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry.

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Fusang wins regulatory approval for landmark IPO of equity tokens

Fusang Corp (FSC) equity tokens give investors direct shareholding in Asia’s first regulated stock exchange for securities tokens and, by extension, the future of the industry. FSC equity tokens The post Fusang wins regulatory approval for landmark IPO of equity tokens appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Law Decoded: Bitcoin exchange-traded funds are put on the spot again, Nov. 29–Dec. 6

The Securities and Exchange Commission's continued resistance to spot Bitcoin ETFs draws industry players' ire.

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Crypto In Major Banks And Securities Firms Is Inevitable, Citi Group Ex-CEO

Crypto has been making the rounds through the industry and with the multiple bull runs in just 2021 alone, it has not slowed down or come up for air. This is because interest in the market has grown tremendously in this time frame.

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Who is responsible for regulating America's 'infant' crypto industry

In a recent interview with Bloomberg, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce discussed the heated regulatory environment in the country. Peirce, who is affectionately referred to as "The post Who is responsible for regulating America's 'infant' crypto industry appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Gate.io’s Perpetual Contracts More Popular Than Ever

During Bitcoin’s most recent run which saw it break through its previous all-time high, trading volume on leading cryptocurrency exchange, Gate.io, surged during September and October. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) greenlit bitcoin futures ETFs on October 15th, in an industry first that has sent the leading cryptocurrency surging in recent weeks. Last week, […]

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Canadian Authorities Issue Crypto Marketing Strategy Warnings

Predatory marketing campaigns by crypto trading platforms in Canada have been flagged by the Canadian Securities Administrators and the Investment Industry Organization of Canada. The post Canadian Authorities Issue Crypto Marketing Strategy Warnings appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Canada’s Security Regulator Releases New Guidance for Crypto-Trading Firms Relating to Advertising and Marketing

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) has released fresh guidance for cryptocurrency exchanges on advertising and marketing along with the use of social media. An umbrella group for securities regulators in the country, CSA published the guidelines this week in collaboration with the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada after they became aware of certain advertising […] The post Canada’s Security Regulator Releases New Guidance for Crypto-Trading Firms Relating to Advertising and Marketing first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide.

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SEC Chair Gary Gensler Reveals Plans To Clean Up Crypto Space – Stablecoins At Grave Risk?

Key takeaways SEC chair Gary Gensler goes on rampage against the cryptocurrency industry in recent interview. Gensler considers over 5,000 cryptocurrencies to be securities and won’t relent in going after them.

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Why the cryptocurrency industry just needs 'right type of regulations'

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler has made investor protection his motto. But according to advocate John Deaton, around 20,000 crypto investors disagree. Former The post Why the cryptocurrency industry just needs 'right type of regulations' appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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SEC Chief Gensler 'not negative' about 'highly speculative asset class'

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been hot on the heels of the cryptocurrency industry recently, spreading a blanket of fear and uncertainty throughout. Cryptocurrency skeThe post SEC Chief Gensler 'not negative' about 'highly speculative asset class' appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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‘This isn’t about Ripple’: Crypto community reacts to SEC’s ‘regulation through litigation’ strategy 

The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) rigid approach is being called out by market participants, legal experts and industry insiders, all independently accusing the agency for its autocratic attitude and shortage of communication.

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Should Coinbase 'go on the offensive' against the SEC's 'regulatory inquisitions'

Shockwaves were sent through the cryptocurrency industry after the United States Securities and Exchange Commission threatened to sue Coinbase over its high-interest 'Lend' offerings. By and large, thThe post Should Coinbase 'go on the offensive' against the SEC's 'regulatory inquisitions' appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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US: SEC quietly signs deal to spy on crypto DeFi transactions

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), an American agency that overlooks securities markets, has contracted one blockchain analytics firm to help monitor and regulate the burgeoning decentralized finance (DeFi) industry, as per a weekend report on Forbes.

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Thai Securities Regulator Propose Fresh Legislation for Crypto Custodians

Cryptocurrencies can no longer be classified as a niche sector in light of the tremendous development made. At the moment, the primary worry with this emerging industry seems to be with regulations that define how the technology fits into our present economy.

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Pro-Crypto Congressman Says Outcome Of Ripple Lawsuit Will Have Profound Implications For Whole Crypto Industry

Crypto-friendly US Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) recently sat down for an interview with Thinking Crypto where he shared some of his thoughts on the SEC vs. Ripple case. The Ripple Lawsuit Could Make Or Break The Crypto Industry The Minnesota Republican noted that the United States Securities and Exchange Commission’s complaint against the fintech firm […]

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Grayscale’s Fund Becomes SEC Reporting Company, One Step Closer To A Bitcoin ETF?

Digital asset manager Grayscale has disclosed a major milestone, it has become a U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting company. Many across the crypto industry are celebrating the achievement and speculate on the implication for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies that comprised the company’s products.

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U.S. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Speaks Out Against Stringent Cryptocurrency Regulations

Hester Peirce, a Commissioner of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, also known as “Crypto Mom”, has said that any attempt by the U. S. regulators to impose strict regulatory policies on the crypto industry could stifle innovation in the country.

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Cryptocurrencies’ Rising Popularity Is “of Great Concern,” Says Irish Central Banker

Derville Rowland is all set to take over as chairwoman of the European Securities and Markets Authority’s investment management standing committee in July, which helps prepare regulations for the funds' industry.

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Public Company TechX Technologies Is Making Significant Acquisitions in the Crypto Industry

TechX Technologies is a publicly traded company headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. TechX is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange (TECX), Frankfurt Exchange (C0B1), and the OTC (TECXF). TechX Acquires Mobilum for $16 Million TechX Technologies Inc.

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Launch of Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. could see further delays, here’s why

Several industry leaders say recent comments by US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chairman Gary Gensler have delayed the possible launch of a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the country, financial industry outlet Bloomberg reported Tuesday.

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U.S. Bank Takes Big Step Into The Bitcoin Market

There are few things within the crypto industry that have been as sought after while simultaneously being as elusive as the Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Many firms from Robinhood to Gemini have applied to the Securities and Exchange Commission in the United States for a bitcoin ETF but have been repeatedly denied. Despite this, firms […]

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Despite scams, Australian securities regulator keen to support crypto industry

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission wants to support the local cryptocurrency industry despite receiving large numbers of reports about crypto scams.

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Wall Street Journal Blasts The SEC for Setting ‘Inconsistent Rulings’ in Ripple Lawsuit

The U. S. Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) is causing confusion in the crypto industry with inconsistent rulings and handling of the Ripple lawsuit, a Wall Street Journal editorial piece read on Tuesday.

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ASIC calls for closer engagement, but crypto industry says rules are unclear

Australia’s securities regulator wants crypto firms to work closely with it, but industry executives are unsure of their obligations.

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Coinbase Opens Trading on Nasdaq, Marking Major Milestone for Crypto Industry

Coinbase first declared its intention to go public in December 2020. It then formally filed for a public listing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in February 2021. In March, a private auction on the Nasdaq Private Market set the preliminary price of Coinbase shares at $350 each.

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