Can the SEC go after Cardano or Polkadot next?

Regulatory concerns have been looming over cryptocurrencies and related businesses all around the world. With crypto-assets like XRP being accused of being a security by the United States Securities aThe post Can the SEC go after Cardano or Polkadot next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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ARK Investment Submits Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) Proposal 

ARK Investment has joined the unlimited list of American businesses looking to roll out a bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund. The firm submitted its ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF filing to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for approval on June 28, 2021.

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XRP, Ripple Lawsuit effect: Understanding SEC's mission with crypto markets

With the SEC adopting a theoretical approach of inducing general fear and making businesses think that they’re the next ones to be prosecuted, entities try their best to comply with the regulations The post XRP, Ripple Lawsuit effect: Understanding SEC's mission with crypto markets appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Thai SEC Revises Net Capital Rules in Bid to Open Liquidity, Support Digital Asset Businesses: Report

The revised requirements are aimed at adding liquidity to the Thai market, while also allowing digital asset businesses to hold part of their required capital in cryptocurrencies.

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SEC Raises Fundraising Limits for Crypto Startups and Small Businesses

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U.S. SEC’s “Crypto Mom” Asks For 3-Year Safe Harbor Period for Crypto Businesses

According to a Bloomberg report published on February 6, 2020, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) most noticeable cryptocurrency advocate, Hester Peirce, has floated a plan to allow crypto startups to sell digital tokens without regulatory oversight.

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Thai SEC: Crypto regulations under assessment to enhance businesses

It would be difficult to explain to a novice that despite the 48-hour $20 billion crash in the market, the crypto industry continued to pique the interest of various nations. After China revealed itThe post Thai SEC: Crypto regulations under assessment to enhance businesses appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Crypto exchanges require issuance and trading frameworks to get SEC’s approval, claims Blockstack CEO Muneeb Ali

As Binance and Bakkt have taken steps to ensure crypto’s presence within the U. S. territories, businesses leaders from both ends of the spectrum are forced to view their opinions about the new normal in finance.

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US Treasury to crypto businesses: Stopping illicit finance is the only way to pass regulatory muster

One of the primary concerns for governing forces with cryptocurrency is its link with unbiased cross-border monetary transactions that may help fuel global terror and illicit businesses. As the technology slowly makes way into the mainstream, officials from the U.

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ETFs are Bitcoin-backed fiat notes with better legal protection, ownership and transparency, claims VanEck’s Gabor Gurbacs

Amidst the clash between crypto businesses and the U. S. government, VanEck is one of the prominent traditional financial institutions to seek SEC’s approval on Bitcoin ETF-like product to traditional institutions, aimed at driving the U.

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SEC’s Hester Peirce Talks To The Crypto Community About Legislation: “It’s Still A Slow Process”

Can we ever get enough of Crypto Mom and SEC Commissioner, Hester Pierce? Probably not. As one of the most crypto-vocal lawyers in the commission, Pierce is once again calling for swift formation and implementation of regulation to govern the cryptocurrency industry.

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US SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce: US is not sitting ‘idle’ over crypto regulations

The global commerce has reached a point of no return, where the decision related to cryptocurrency may determine the near future of a country’s economy. As a result of the ongoing commotion, several crypto businesses are finding home in new geographies, and indirectly posing a threat to home governments while providing a leading-edge to others.

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SEC Approves A $28 Million Reg A+ Offering For Blockstack, A Decentralized Internet Company

This Wednesday, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) permitted Blockstack to make a $28 Million offering under Regulation A+. This is a first of its kind offering that gives crypto-based businesses an alternative to an IPO through an entirely new fundraising template.

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Blockstack Will Raise Capital through the First Ever Regulated Token Offering

The United States SEC has given Blockstack clearance to raise capital under Regulation A+, an alternative method to IPO’s for growing businesses to facilitate a capital raise. The offering will be for $28 million and goes public on July 11, as reported by Wall Street Journal, on July 10, 2019.

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Regulators Give Thumbs Up To Non-Custodial Exchanges

Cryptocurrency exchanges are navigating uncharted waters, but new regulatory guidelines could help these businesses reach land. The two leading U. S. regulators, the SEC and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), have released a joint statement on broker-dealer obligations for digital assets, clarifying some of the rules that apply to cryptocurrency exchanges.

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SEC Looks for Enterprise Level Blockchain Data Subscription to Counter Risk

The US Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) is looking for Enterprise Level blockchain data subscription to provide clarity to a number of businesses operating in the blockchain space and many who are looking to start a business, but the lack of transaprency on the guidelines deter them from doing so. The SEC has surely made […]

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Lame 'Old' SEC Should've Approved a Bitcoin ETF Already, Scolds Crypto Mom

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce ("Crypto Mom") says the Securities and Exchange Commission should've approved a bitcoin ETF already and slammed the agency for being a backward relic. Hester Peirce to SEC: Wake Up to the Future Moreover, Peirce is concerned that the murky regulatory framework in the United States will chase crypto businesses offshore.

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Whale Panda Calls Out Kin Foundation For Its “Defend Crypto” Movement as Others Chime In

It is no secret to all that know the crypto world that some companies are struggling a lot to defend their businesses after they started to be chased by regulators. In the United States, a very important battle is being fought by several companies and the U.

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Kik Crowdfunds To Support Court Battle With SEC

At DefendCrypto.org, individuals can donate in any of 19 cryptocurrencies. Along with using the funds in its own lawsuit with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Kik hopes to raise money for other crypto-related businesses facing legal skirmishes with the regulatory agency.

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Op Ed: Understanding the Latest FinCEN Guidance for Cryptocurrencies

On May 9, 2019, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), issued new “interpretive guidance” about how its regulations apply to businesses that conduct money transmissions in virtual currencies.

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Thailand Set to Introduce Blockchain-Powered Digital Securities Trade

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has amended the Securities and Exchange Act of 2019 to allow market players to participate in primary markets to trade digital securities. This according to a report by the Bangkok Post published May 2, 2019.

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SEC, CFTC Issue Investment Warning on Crypto Scams

Sensing a rise in crypto-related scams and fraudulent investment schemes, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have issued a joint warning to investors, encouraging them to take a more thorough approach to verifying potential investments in the space.

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US SEC Issues Fresh Investor Alert Against Fraudulent Digital Asset Trading Sites

The U.S. SEC and CFTC have jointly issued an alert warning investors against fraudulent websites purporting to operate advisory and trading businesses

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Crypto-Friendly Silvergate Bank On-boards 59 New Crypto Clients

Silvergate Bank has for the first time named a few of her clients in an SEC filing. The bank had remained supportive of crypto-related businesses at a time when other financial institutions turned their backs.

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Bahrain Courts Indian Crypto Businesses in Collaboration With Government

The Bahrain Economic Development Board is inviting Indian firms to take advantage of the opportunities its country has to offer including for crypto businesses. The board has been collaborating with the Indian government on a number of issues.

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Thailand Bans Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum Classic, Litecoin from Trading Pairs & ICOs

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission banned bitcoin cash (BCH), Litecoin (LTC), and Ethereum Classic (ETC) from eligibility for initial coin offerings, investments, and base trading pairs against other cryptocurrencies traded on digital asset exchanges.

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Thailand Greenlights Japanese Exchange to Operate 4 Crypto Businesses

The Thai government has issued four licenses to a new crypto exchange. Prior to this, only existing exchanges that were in business before the country’s crypto regulation took effect were approved.

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New SEC Solicitation Message Triggers The Bitcoin ETF Bulls Into Eyeing VanEck SolidX Approval

Rumours About SEC Approving Bitcoin ETFs Sparks Up Again As The Watchdogs Issue Solicitation Notice As soon as Cboe resubmitted its proposal in support of the Van Eck and Solid X Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), the US SEC urged businesses to offer data and information regarding the common blockchains to ensure that “there is no […]

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Bitcoin ETF Approval On The Way? US SEC Issues a Solicitation Notice

US Security and Exchange Commission just published a solicitation notice asking businesses to provide visible data showing complete and accurate information of common blockchains. This will enable the SEC to gather adequate information for potential sources that will help in acquiring data for mostly used blockchain.

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Thai SEC grants four and denies two cryptocurrency licenses

The Thai securities and exchange commission (SEC) has granted operating licenses to four applications from businesses wanting to operate digital asset and cryptocurrency-based businesses. The four applicants granted a licence are: Bitcoin Exchange Co.

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SEC Chair Clayton: Crypto ETF Needs Exchanges ‘Free From Manipulation’

Token issuers looking to fund their businesses with the proceeds should "start with the assumption that it's a securities offering," according to the SEC's Jay Clayton.

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Singapore Grants RMO License for CapBridge to Operate New Security Exchange

Global private capital platform CapBridge Pte. Ltd. has garnered a license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to operate a security exchange known as 1exchange (also called 1X), which became operational on November 21, 2018.

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Op Ed: Cryptocurrency’s Unrealized Opportunities for U.S. Tax Professionals

The market for cryptocurrency tax services is growing rapidly, and it is providing forward-thinking tax professionals with an opportunity to capture oversized profits.

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EtherDelta SEC Action Could Impact Entire Industry, Experts Warn

Legal figures engaging with cryptocurrency are warning over continued regulatory uncertainty impacting businesses after US regulators fined EtherDelta almost $400,000 November 8. EtherDelta Could Set Precedent EtherDelta, which operated since 2016 as a smart contract on Ethereum, fell victim to securities obligations under the US’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), leaving owner Zachary Coburn liable for penalties totaling $388,000.

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SEC’s End-of-Fiscal-Year Report Reveals Heavy Action Against ICO-Related Fraud

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released a report detailing actions taken against fraudulent ICOs and financial ventures, and, indeed, the year has been wrought with cases.

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New SEC Division, FinHub, Will Engage with Crypto and Emerging Fintech Businesses

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the launch of the Strategic Hub for Innovation and… The post New SEC Division, FinHub, Will Engage with Crypto and Emerging Fintech Businesses appeared first on Invest In Blockchain.

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Circle announces acquisition of broker-dealer and leading equity crowdfunding platform SeedInvest

Circle has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SeedInvest, an equity crowdfunding industry leader and an SEC and FINRA registered Broker-Dealer. This acquisition will accelerate our strategy of delivering a token marketplace that enables businesses and individuals to raise capital and interact with investors using open crypto rails and infrastructure.

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BitMEX’s New COO Angelina Kwan Joins the Crypto Space at “An Exciting Time”

Angelina Kwan, former managing director and head of regulatory compliance for Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing, is taking on the position of COO of BitMEX, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, at a time when the challenges facing these exchanges are greater than ever.

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New Bitcoin ETF Alternatives Emerge as SEC Continues to Reject and Delay the Inevitable

New Alternatives to Bitcoin ETFs Emerge as SEC Continues to Reject Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology are typically seen as one, however, certain players tend to view them differently. This being said, diverse businesses and financial institutions have since dived into the blockchain sphere and assessed their likelihood of making a positive difference and increasing efficiency. […]

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Two-for-One: SEC Slaps Crypto Hedge Fund, Broker With Registration Failures

In what it deems a first for both enforcement actions, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is charging two entities with registration failures.

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Phillipines Considers Exchange Guidelines Ahead of Unveiling ICO Laws

Following the footsteps of regional developments in South East Asia, the Philippines Security and Exchange Commission could soon pass relevant laws for the operation of cryptocurrency exchanges in the country, Manila Times reported September 3, 2018.

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Canada Delays Regulation of Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Companies

The Canadian government has postponed the release of its final regulations for cryptocurrency and blockchain companies. The final published regulations were due this fall, but the government now says they won’t be published in the Canada Gazette until late 2019.

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Tron (TRX) Is Now Accessible to Over 2.2 Million Businesses and Users through CoinPayments

The mood and feel in the crypto-verse this Friday the 24th of August is one of optimism as the SEC announced that it was reviewing all 9 Bitcoin backed ETF denials. The nine ETFs by ProShares, Direxion, and GraniteShares were rejected yesterday due to concerns about volatility and lack of a ‘significant size’ markets to […] The post Tron (TRX) Is Now Accessible to Over 2.

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Thailand Greenlights Seven Crypto Operators to Service Clients

Seven cryptocurrency businesses were approved by Thai regulators, Aug. 16, to legally conduct digital asset operations as part of the country’s shift toward optimizing the local blockchain, ICO and cryptocurrency ecosystem.

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Thai SEC to Examine License Filings from Seven Crypto Businesses

Five virtual currency platforms and two digital asset dealers have applied for an operating license with Thailand’s watchdog.

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Fifty ICO Projects Already Seeking Licenses from Thai SEC

Around 50 prospective initial coin offerings have displayed interest in securing a licence from Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission. The news follows an approval of the licensing of digital currency businesses, which took effect last month.

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Chamber of Digital Commerce Sets Out ICO and Token Guidelines

The Chamber of Digital Commerce’s Token Alliance is producing a new group of guidelines built to help the cryptocurrency and initial coin offering (ICO) markets grow responsibly.

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How to Slow Down a Startup: Erik Voorhees’ Hard Lesson

The Let’s Talk Bitcoin Network has added a new show to its lineup, “What Bitcoin Did. ” The WBD podcast is hosted by U. K. -based Peter McCormack, an “accidental Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency investor, miner, blogger and podcaster.

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Op Ed: Utility Token? Why You’re Still Better Off as a Security

The SEC’s proclamation that ether (ETH) is not a security has sparked some celebration amongst the cryptocurrency community. Regulatory clarity is always a good thing, but ICO operators shouldn’t see this as a reason to put the champagne on ice.

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