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US and EU double down on measures against Russia potentially using crypto to evade sanctions

11.3.2022
"The use of cryptoassets to circumvent economic sanctions is a criminal offence,” said U.K. regulators

Valkyrie Investments‘ Leah Wald on Bitcoin ETFs and the future of digital assets

11.3.2022
Valkyrie Investments CEO Leah Wald opens up on the importance of Bitcoin ETFs and why the traditional financial world should pay attention to digital assets moving forward

SEC rejects spot Bitcoin ETF applications from NYDIG and Global X

11.3.2022
The New York Digital Investment Group and Global X originally filed applications with the SEC for spot Bitcoin ETF listings in June and August 2021, respectively

Bitfinex refuses to freeze crypto belonging to non-sanctioned Russians

11.3.2022
The crypto community stands up for the rights of ordinary Russians amid hundreds of businesses leaving the country, but the final decision is up to regulators

FBI director: Russia overestimates its ability to bypass US sanctions using crypto

10.3.2022
Christopher Wray cited the FBI's recent work in seizing large amounts of crypto as evidence there were vulnerabilities in using digital assets to get around sanctions

Republican lawmakers introduce bill targeting China's CBDC on sanctions, privacy

10.3.2022
"This bill holds China accountable as they introduce their new digital currency,” said Senator Bill Cassidy

EU Targets Crypto Assets in Widened Sanctions Against Russia, Belarus

10.3.2022
The European Union is extending the scope of sanctions introduced in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with the latest agreement between member states specifically mentioning crypto assets. Russian oligarchs, senators and Belarusian banks have been targeted. Europe’s Sanctions...

Gas heater broke down? I'll just heat my caravan with a Bitcoin miner

10.3.2022
When a propane gas heater stopped working, Bitcoin mining came to the rescue of a cold caravan in Colorado

Binance unveils plans for world domination by buying up companies in every sector

10.3.2022
In the wake of increasing regulatory scrutiny, Binance has sought to diversify its revenue streams and increase crypto adoption further by acquiring traditional companies in “each economic sector”

Regulators and industry leaders react to Biden‘s executive order on crypto

9.3.2022
"The proverbial doors of policymakers are wide open, this is now a national conversation in the U.S.," said Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire

Federal Reserve works with China’s blockchain ally for instant payments

9.3.2022
Cypherium is the only blockchain company featured in the FedNow Service Provider Showcase for now, the CEO told Cointelegraph

Activision Stock Shenanigans Being Investigated By Justice Department, SEC

9.3.2022
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that three men—Fox co-founder Barry Diller, Reggie Miller-hating socialite Alexander von Furstenberg and music magnate David Geffen—are currently under two separate federal investigations over suspicions insider trading was involved in their purchase of millions...

FinCEN includes crypto in alert on Russia potentially evading sanctions

7.3.2022
"Prompt reporting of suspicious activity contributes to our national security and our efforts to support Ukraine and its people," said FinCEN acting director Him Das

Coinbase proposes crypto tech to promote global sanctions compliance

7.3.2022
Grewal points out that laundering of fiat currency through traditional financial institutions remains the most sought-after method for evading sanctions

Pharmacy Chain CVS Files for ‘Crypto-Collectible’ and NFT Trademarks

6.3.2022
The American retail and pharmacy corporation CVS is looking to enter the metaverse according to trademark filings registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The filings mention things like CVS Health-brand “downloadable virtual goods”...

Singapore to Impose Restrictions on Russian Financial and Crypto Transactions

6.3.2022
In a rare move, Singapore is going to introduce restrictions on certain Russian financial transactions and crypto operations aimed at evading sanctions. The decision comes amid officially expressed concerns that Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine is a threat to the security of small states around...