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BoE deputy gov: regulators should pursue crypto as a 'matter of urgency'
13.10.2021
The central bank official spoke about the risks cryptocurrencies and stablecoins may pose when connected to traditional financial systems through individuals, financial institutions, hedge funds, and banks
US Justice Dept announces launch of national crypto enforcement team
6.10.2021
“We need to make sure that folks can have confidence when they’re using these systems and we need to make sure we’re poised to root out abuse that can take hold on them," said Lisa Monaco
Coinbase Meeting With US Lawmakers to Discuss Crypto Regulatory Proposal
4.10.2021
The Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange Coinbase has been meeting with members of Congress to discuss the cryptocurrency regulation it plans to propose, according to CEO Brian Armstrong. In addition, the company has met with more than 30 crypto firms, four major law firms, and three trade groups about...
Tether scores win in class action case as court dismisses RICO claims
29.9.2021
"Litigation will expose this case for what it is: a clumsy attempt at a money grab, which recklessly harms the whole cryptocurrency ecosystem," said Tether
New NY Gov. taps former Obama official to head state's financial regulator
31.8.2021
Adrienne Harris said she aims "to ensure we have a robust and fair financial system, and an equitable economy" in her role at the NYDFS
Brazil’s central bank president endorses crypto regulation
20.8.2021
Central bank head Roberto Campos Neto recognized the demand for greater crypto regulation as the country evolves in the market
Canadian regulator alleges OKEx operator violated securities law
19.8.2021
The commission has made similar allegations against Bybit, crypto exchange KuCoin and Polo Digital Assets
Crypto language in the infrastructure bill is a political shell game, says Cointelegraph GC
18.8.2021
According to Zachary Kelman, Republicans and moderate Democrats may know the tax reporting requirements for crypto firms are impossible, but want to have a provision to fund some of the projects without raising taxes
Senate infrastructure bill isn’t perfect, but could the intention be right?
13.8.2021
The provisions of the U.S. infrastructure bill stirred up a heated debate, but many of the fears voiced by its critics are misguided
Lead Republican behind infrastructure bill negotiations supports crypto amendment
5.8.2021
The senator's stance is somewhat surprising, given that he previously called the section on brokers in the proposed bill a “common-sense provision.”
SEC charges individuals connected to former iced tea-turned-mining company
9.7.2021
According to the regulatory body, an investor was tipped off that the company would be rebranded, a move that resulted in a huge surge in Long Blockchain's stock price
Texas house passes crypto-friendly bill, now goes to senate
11.5.2021
Governor Greg Abbott has already hinted he is open to signing the bill into law
Texas chases after Wyoming with crypto law proposal, but challenges remain
25.3.2021
Will Texas follow in Wyoming’s footsteps to become the next crypto-friendly U.S. state?
Federal judge's decision could be a blow for the privacy rights of crypto users
23.3.2021
The Internal Revenue Service will likely not be penalized for obtaining records on a crypto user from Coinbase or Abra
OKEx Korea crypto exchange to shut down as new reporting laws take effect
23.3.2021
OKEx Korea announced that it's shutting down as South Korean authorities prepare to enforce a new regulatory framework for the crypto industry on Thursday
Judge denies XRP Army a seat at the table in SEC v. Ripple case
16.3.2021
Lawyers representing XRP investors may still have an opportunity to refile in the future, however
India to have a ‘window’ for Bitcoin, says minister amid crypto ban FUD
15.3.2021
The Ministry of Finance of India continues to form a careful position on private cryptocurrencies
Miami mayor aiming for 'the most progressive crypto laws'
7.2.2021
“We want to make sure that we believe that if all things are equal, we win," said Mayor Francis Suarez
Crypto users donate $400K to Julian Assange defense as Mexico proposes asylum
4.1.2021
A U.K. judge ruled against extraditing the WikiLeaks founder to the U.S. in response to his legal team arguing he would have a "high risk of serious depression leading to suicide."
A storm is brewing between state regulators and the OCC over fintech licensing
23.12.2020
A major network of state banking regulators is renewing its attack on the OCC's moves to register non-depository institutions