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Crypto-backed Candidate Ansari Narrowly Wins Arizona Primary By 39 Votes
20.8.2024
Another crypto fan is likely to arrive in Congress next year, with Yassamin Ansari winning her Democratic primary race in Arizona by a scant 39 votes, a result confirmed Tuesday after an automatic recount
China Tightens Grip on Crypto Games Amid AML Lockdown
20.8.2024
According to the latest developments, China is tightening its grip on crypto. The Supreme People’s Court and the…
Nigeria’s SEC to License Crypto Issuers Amid Growing Adoption
20.8.2024
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will grant licenses to virtual assets service providers such as cryptos…
Nigeria Plans to Introduce Crypto Licensing Process: Bloomberg
20.8.2024
The SEC wants to issue its first licenses for digital service and tokenized assets as early as this month
Hong Kong issues generative AI guidelines for consumer protection
20.8.2024
The HKMA introduces new principles for using generative AI, emphasizing governance, transparency, and data protection in consumer-facing applications
Bank of Ghana Unveils Proposed Virtual Asset Regulations
20.8.2024
The Bank of Ghana has released draft regulations aimed at creating a framework for the cryptocurrency industry. The rules are designed to protect consumers, prevent financial crimes, and encourage financial inclusion. Virtual asset service providers (VASPs) will be required to register and meet...
China Supreme Court revises Anti-Money Laundering law to include ‘virtual assets’
20.8.2024
Supreme People’s Procuratorate said there has been a 20-fold increase in people prosecuted for money laundering since 2019.
NY Judge Rejects SEC’s Efforts to Stymie Tron’s Arguments in Ongoing Securities Suit
19.8.2024
A New York judge has rejected a request from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to force a pre-trial conference or to require the filing of an additional response in its ongoing securities fraud lawsuit against the Tron Foundation and founder Justin Sun
Bitcoin Miner Greenidge Files Legal Complaint Against New York Regulator, Reports Q2 Earnings
19.8.2024
Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. has initiated legal action against the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, challenging the denial of its air permit renewal. The company also reported its second-quarter financial results, highlighting cost reductions and ongoing business...
Coin Center Wins Right to Sue U.S. Treasury, IRS Again Over Controversial Tax Reporting Rule
19.8.2024
Crypto think tank Coin Center will get another shot at suing the U.S. Treasury Department over what it says is an “unconstitutional” amendment to the tax code that would require Americans to disclose the details of certain crypto transactions to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Nigeria Planning to Present Law to Tax Crypto by September: Report
19.8.2024
Nigeria's Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) plans to bring a bill for taxing the crypto industry to parliament by September, news outlet Punch Nigeria reported on Saturday
What a Dubai Court Ordering a Company to Pay Its Employee in Crypto Means
19.8.2024
A court in Dubai ordered a company to pay an employee using a cryptocurrency token, as agreed in the employment contract. The ruling raises several questions even as it lends some legitimization to crypto in the region
Shaquille O'Neal Will Have to Defend Some of the Allegations Against Him in the Astrals NFT Lawsuit
19.8.2024
A U.S. court has granted one part and dismissed another part of a class action lawsuit against legendary basketball player Shaquille O'Neal for his role in the NFT project Astrals, according to court documents
BRICS Plan New Payment System; Is Ripple Adoption Incoming?
17.8.2024
Amid rising economic uncertainties and shifting international trade dynamics, the BRICS alliance is stirring up quite a buzz…
Binance Goes Live in India: Full Access for Indian Users
17.8.2024
Binance has registered as a reporting entity with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit. Binance CEO Richard Teng emphasized the importance of the Indian market and the crypto exchange’s dedication to providing secure and efficient services. With this registration, Indian users now have...
Nigeria Court Freezes $38M of Crypto Allegedly Sent to Support Protests in the Country: Reports
16.8.2024
Nigerian authorities have traced $50 million of cryptocurrency sent to support recent protests, local media reported
South Africa’s new AI framework sets foundation for tech leadership
16.8.2024
As stakeholder consultations proceed, the feedback gathered will be instrumental in shaping a robust and effective AI policy
IMF Proposes 85% Tax Hike on Crypto Miners & AI Data Centers
16.8.2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed a tax increase on crypto mining and artificial intelligence (AI) data…
South Korea's Pension Fund Snaps Up Nearly $34M MicroStrategy Shares
16.8.2024
South Korean pension fund, National Pension Service (NPS), has bought MicroStrategy (MSTR) shares worth nearly $34 million in the second quarter of this year, according to filings made public earlier this week
Bank of Ghana unveils draft rules for cryptocurrency exchanges
16.8.2024
The Bank of Ghana introduces draft guidelines to regulate digital assets, focusing on exchanges and consumer protection measures