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First Mover Americas: Silvergate Shutters in Latest Blow to Crypto
9.3.2023
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for March 9, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
Is crypto winter almost over? Surviving the unknown months
9.3.2023
Like every market cycle, this crypto winter will eventually end
India's Crypto Regulation Now Has Teeth, Experts Say
9.3.2023
Bringing crypto companies into the purview of anti-money laundering rules imposes obligations and exposes them to fines for breaches
Blockchain Industry Gets Boost as US Firms Set to Raise $100 Million For Crypto Fund – Are Institutions Coming Back?
9.3.2023
Despite a series of high-profile moves by the Securities and Exchange Commission as it seeks to reign in the US Crypto Industry, a new digital asset fund venture could reignite market growth.
The result of a partial merger between leading firms Alpha Sigma Capital and Transform Ventures. The...
Report: Hong Kong Residents Lost More Than $216 Million to Crypto Scams in 2022
9.3.2023
According to Hong Kong police, in 2022 there were 2,336 reported crypto scam-related cases in which more than $216.6 million was lost. Although losses relating to crypto scams only constituted just over 10% of the nearly 23,000 reported technology crimes, they still accounted for more than half...
Crypto Payroll Firm Toku Raises $20 Million Amid Industry-Wide Shift Towards Compliance
9.3.2023
Toku, a startup specializing in token-based payroll and tax compliance, has successfully raised $20 million in funding. The company's unique approach is designed to assist crypto businesses in maintaining regulatory compliance amidst increased scrutiny from regulators. With its innovative...
Digital Asset Inflows Will Slow Without On-Ramps Between Fiat and Crypto: Morgan Stanley
9.3.2023
Following the closure of crypto-friendly bank Silvergate, the focus will be on actions by Signature Bank and crypto exchange Binance, the report said
Fraudsters Offer Russians Bogus Chance to Invest in Fake ‘State Cryptocurrency’
9.3.2023
Internet users in Russia have been targeted in an email campaign advertising the launch of an alleged cryptocurrency issued by the state. Potential victims are encouraged to follow a link to the website of the fraudulent investment scheme, security experts said. Thousands of Investment Offers...
Brazilian Unicorn Nubank Hires Ex-Meta Crypto Chief David Lucas
9.3.2023
Brazilian neobank Nubank, known for its crypto-friendly stance, has made headlines by hiring David Marcus, the former crypto chief at Meta (formerly Facebook), while simultaneously seeing a key member of its management team step down. The move comes hot on the heels of the bank's release of its...
Crypto Options Market Flashes Bitcoin Warning as Silvergate Winds Down Operations
9.3.2023
Bitcoin's options skew favors bearish put options by the most in two months
Crypto.com Struggles to Maintain Fiat On-Ramps in the Face of Crypto Banking Crisis
9.3.2023
The exchange’s current banking partner is only accessible to users based in the European Economic Area (EEA)
Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius Network Pursues New Buyer Despite Existing Offer – What's Going On?
9.3.2023
The bankrupt cryptocurrency lender, Celsius Network, is reportedly pursuing more bids and exploring new buyers despite having an offer on the table.
During a bankruptcy court hearing in Manhattan, Celsius attorney Chris Koenig said the company remains open to better offers, per a report by...
Silvergate downfall sparks debate over whose fault it actually was
9.3.2023
The demise of the crypto-friendly bank has prompted discussion about who tipped the first domino, and where crypto firms can turn for their banking needs
SBF’s lawyers signal need to push back October criminal trial
9.3.2023
Sam Bankman-Fried’s lawyers said they’re still waiting on evidence from federal prosecutors and as a result need more time to prepare a defense
Biden Budget Plan Would Close Crypto Tax Loss Harvesting Loophole
9.3.2023
U.S. President Joe Biden's proposed budget will include a provision to close tax loss harvesting on crypto transactions
Bitcoin Price Prediction as Fed Chair Powell Warns of Higher Than Expected Interest Rates – Will Crypto Prices Crash?
9.3.2023
In the world of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin remains one of the most popular and widely traded assets. Recently, as the Chairman of the US Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, warned of higher-than-expected interest rates, many investors question whether this will lead to a crash in crypto prices. ...
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Coinbase Launches Wallet-as-a-Service to Bring Millions to Web3
9.3.2023
On March 8, Coinbase announced the launch of its Wallet-as-a-Service (WaaS) product. The WaaS product aims to “bring the next hundred million consumers into Web3 through a seamless wallet-onboarding experience.” The Coinbase WaaS offers wallet infrastructure application programming...
Crypto Stakeholders Say No Exposure to Shuttered Silvergate
9.3.2023
Binance, Coinbase, OKX, and Paxos have all released statements
Biden wants to double capital gains and clamp down on crypto wash sales: Reports
9.3.2023
The Biden administration wants to apply the wash sale rule to digital assets
Stablecoins and Ether are ‘going to be commodities,’ reaffirms CFTC chair
9.3.2023
In the tug-of-war between the US regulators over control of crypto assets, the CFTC chair has triple-downed his stance — that Ether and stablecoins are commodities