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Post-FTX crypto industry needs education before regulation: Former Biden advisor
15.5.2024
“What I preach for is regulation that protects and prevents but does not cripple and destroy [innovation],” the senior adviser told Cointelegraph
Peter Thiel's Founders Fund invests $70M in election betting platform
14.5.2024
Amid increasing U.S. regulatory scrutiny, popular crypto-based betting platform Polymarket secures funding to expand its global operations despite restrictions
Regulators are cracking down on financial privacy, but ZK-proofs can help
14.5.2024
The convergence of ZK-proofs and decentralized identity systems could create more compliant privacy-preserving protocols, without sacrificing user privacy
Ethereum ETF applications seeking regulatory approval
13.5.2024
Industry experts constantly ask when the American supreme financial authority, the US SEC, will approve Ethereum ETFs following January’s historic approval of eleven spot Bitcoin ETFs. In order for the Ethereum ETF to be approved, a fund management professional must purchase digital assets...
SEC Rejects Coinbase’s Call for New Crypto Regulations
13.5.2024
In a recent legal filing, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) pushed back against Coinbase’s demands for a completely revamped regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. The agency argued that existing rules are adequate and that it’s not required to create new regulations from...
Custody Provider Liminal Receives Approval in Abu Dhabi as it Expands to Middle East
13.5.2024
Liminal, a leading Singapore-based custody services provider, has achieved a significant milestone in its global expansion journey with regulatory approval in Abu Dhabi.
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Philippines begins Peso-backed stablecoin sandbox testing
13.5.2024
The test aims to evaluate PHPC's real-world performance, its impact on the local fiat ecosystem, and its potential uses including payments, trading, and DeFi applications
Veteran Trader Peter Brandt Warns of SEC’s Full-Scale Assault on Crypto Staking — ‘It’s Going to Be a Bloodbath’
12.5.2024
Veteran trader Peter Brandt has predicted a severe regulatory crackdown on cryptocurrency staking by U.S. regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). “It’s going to be a bloodbath,” he warned, cautioning that he believes it is “illegal...
US Regulatory Clarity for Crypto: Landmark Legislation FIT21 Act Heads to House Vote
11.5.2024
The House Committee on Rules has decided to review the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century (FIT21) Act, paving the way for a floor vote later this month. The legislation sets a path for enhanced regulatory clarity in the U.S. crypto ecosystem, balancing robust consumer...
SEC Opposes Coinbase’s Appeal Request in Ongoing Legal Battle
11.5.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged a federal court to deny Coinbase’s interlocutory appeal, following a recent court decision that allowed a lawsuit involving the SEC and the cryptocurrency platform to proceed. Last month, Coinbase sought appellate review after...
Kraken Warns SEC’s Claims Could Reorder US Financial Structure
10.5.2024
The crypto exchange Kraken urged the US court to dismiss the SEC claims against it to avoid a "significant reordering" of the US financial regulatory structure.
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Exodus CEO frustrated as SEC delays listing amid celebrations
10.5.2024
Exodus hits regulatory roadblock despite previous approval as “numerous employees and their families” arrive in NYC to face disappointment
Coinbase sees infinite interoperability potential with Ethereum and USDC
9.5.2024
Coinbase head of tokenization Anthony Bassili described plans for its Base network at TokenizeThis 2024 in Miami
SEC doesn’t want Ethereum to transform banking landscape, says Joseph Lubin
9.5.2024
Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin says the SEC is engaging in strategic enforcement action instead of engaging in meaningful discourse with the cryptocurrency industry
Bitcoin Price Prediction: Dips Below $61,000 Amid Regulatory Scrutiny and Fed’s Hawkish Stance
9.5.2024
Bitcoin struggles to maintain $61,000 as heightened U.S. regulatory scrutiny and a firm Federal Reserve policy stir market volatility.
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Proposed US Blockchain Integrity Act would ban crypto mixers for 2 years
8.5.2024
The bill introduced in the House would impose a fine of up to $100,000 for handling funds from mixers while Treasury writes a report
Chainalysis sets up regional HQ in Dubai amid local crypto boom
8.5.2024
Chainalysis relocates regional headquarters to Dubai reflecting the UAE’s progressive stance toward blockchain technology
Nigerian stakeholders demand Binance reveal identity of bribe agent
8.5.2024
SIBAN’s executive secretary, Rume Ophi, stressed that Binance should reveal names to substantiate the claim and allow authorities to address wrongdoing
SEC files final response in Ripple XRP case
8.5.2024
The SEC argues that Ripple’s assertions do not negate the need for injunctions to prevent future violations
Robinhood CEO Criticizes ‘Regulatory Onslaught’ on Crypto US, Pledges to Challenge SEC
8.5.2024
Expressing his discontent, Tenev characterized the SEC's regulatory actions as part of a broader "regulatory onslaught" that, in his view, stifles innovation and handicaps American firms and investors.
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