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Gemini and Bankrupt Lender Genesis Asks U.S. Court to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Targeting Earn Program
29.5.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission alleged the two entities had sold unregistered securities through Gemini's Earn program
Binance Launching New Crypto Trading Platform in Japan This Summer to Comply With Regulations
29.5.2023
Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance says it has created a new crypto trading platform for Japan residents that will be available this summer. The new exchange will fully comply with Japanese crypto regulations and will offer trading of a limited number of tokens initially, according to...
Indian Crypto Exchanges Are in Survival Mode, Trying to Extend Their Runways
29.5.2023
India’s CoinDCX, CoinSwitch, WazirX, BuyUCoin, ZebPay and Giottus all think they'll survive the current bear market – here’s how
Gulf Binance Clinches Thai Regulatory Approval
26.5.2023
The joint venture between Gulf Innova and Binance aims to offer crypto services in the country starting later this year
Zondacrypto CEO: MiCA Regulations Will Stop ‘Rogue Exchanges’ From Profiting From Criminal Activity
26.5.2023
Although the implementation of the recently approved Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations is likely to be difficult, their coming into force is going to have a positive outcome for everyone in the industry, Przemyslaw Kral, the CEO of the crypto exchange Zondacrypto, has said. Kral also...
EU Investment Firms Should Clearly State Crypto Is Unregulated, Watchdog Says
26.5.2023
Companies that market crypto alongside traditional securities might mislead consumers about access to fair advice and compensation, the European Securities and Markets Authority worries
Crypto firm Gemini picks Ireland as European base amid US crypto blues
26.5.2023
Cameron Winklevoss has predicted a “Cambrian explosion” in European innovation once regulations are rolled out
Alameda-Backed ‘Samcoins’ CEO Alex Grebnev Sued by CoinTelegraph Owner Gregory Fishman
25.5.2023
Alex Grebnev, CEO of the Maps.me (MAPs) and Oxygen (OXY) cryptocurrency projects closely linked to Sam Bankman-Fried’s failed FTX empire, is being sued by Gregory Fishman, reportedly an owner of crypto news site CoinTelegraph on allegations of fund misappropriation
Norway Should Consider a National Strategy for Crypto Regulation: Norges Bank Report
25.5.2023
The bank says lawmakers should take advantage of existing regulations that cater to systemic risk and enforcement action for example, as well as stresses the need for crypto specific ones
OpenAI warns European officials over upcoming AI regulations
25.5.2023
The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, spoke with European officials in Brussels warning over the ramifications of over-regulation of the AI industry
French Lawmakers Strike Softer Deal on Crypto Influencer Law
25.5.2023
A final compromise appears to allow registered crypto firms to advertise through social media influencers, potentially easing industry fears
South Africa’s Crypto Firms Will Soon Need to Apply for Registration or Face a Heavy Fine
25.5.2023
Continuing operations without applying for registration could lead to a $542,854 fine or imprisonment
South Korea Lawmakers Pass Law Requiring Officials to Disclose Crypto Holdings: Report
25.5.2023
Lawmakers recently called for the Bill to take effect within two months
Crypto Conglomerates, DeFi Targets of EU Financial Stability Watchdog Concerns
25.5.2023
Risks from smart contracts, high leverage and crypto staking and lending may imply a need for new regulations, the European Systemic Risk Board said
Do Kwon's Detention in Montenegro Extended After High Court Decision to Revoke Bail
25.5.2023
A lower court had determined the value of Kwon's property based on "statements" and not concrete evidence, a high court cited in a decision to scrap his bail approval
Binance CEO Claims Chinese Communities Are ‘Buzzing’ After CCTV Airs Crypto Segment
25.5.2023
On May 24, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, shared through Twitter that “Chinese speaking communities are buzzing” following a news broadcast by state-operated media network China Central Television (CCTV) regarding Hong Kong’s latest cryptocurrency-focused regulatory...
Fahrenheit Wins Bid to Acquire Assets of Insolvent Crypto Lender Celsius
25.5.2023
The Arrington Capital-backed grouping beat fellow bidder NovaWulf for Celsius’ assets, with the Blockchain Recovery Investment Consortium selected as back-up
Japan to Apply Tougher Crypto AML Regulations, ‘Travel Rule’ in June
25.5.2023
Stricter anti-money laundering (AML) measures for the crypto sector in Japan will enter into force next month, local media reported. The new rules were adopted to align the country’s legal framework for cryptocurrencies with global standards in the field. Japan to Enforce Legislation Allowing...
Excavating the Truth Around the Bitcoin Mining Discourse
24.5.2023
Last year, a group of CoinDesk reporters traveled to Seneca Lake to examine the effect Greenidge Generation – a resurrected power plant that now mines bitcoin – had on the surrounding communities. Though we expected to hear locals say they disliked the plant and its continued operation, we found...
Crypto Execs Give Washington Influence Another Go With FTX Anchor Around Necks
24.5.2023
When Washington, D.C. lawmakers tune into their favorite Sunday morning political shows this week, they’ll also get a dose of crypto messaging, thanks to a Coinbase (COIN) campaign that’s part of the next stage in the industry’s attempt to influence U.S. policy