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Accenture invests in Emtech to strengthen CBDC, fintech solutions
10.9.2024
The deal will see Emtech’s CBDC solutions and its regulatory and compliance sandboxes integrated into Accenture’s offerings
Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs Join Forces to Tackle Crypto Crime
10.9.2024
Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs have announced the creation of the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), a new initiative aimed at fighting illicit activity in the cryptocurrency space. The partnership, focused on public-private collaboration, seeks to improve security within the Tron blockchain and reduce...
Tether stablecoin issuer and Tron launch financial crime unit
10.9.2024
Tron, the largest network for the USDT stablecoin, will provide its technical expertise to identify and freeze illicit USDT transactions within the new financial crime unit
Tron, Tether and TRM Labs Start Financial Crime Fighting Force
10.9.2024
The T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) is looking to clean up USDT issued on Tron, a blockchain favored by bad actors
SEC ‘dug in’ on bank crypto custody rule as agency’s stance ‘unchanged’
10.9.2024
SEC chief accountant Paul Munter said agency staff views on a divisive rule curtailing banks from offering crypto custody services “remain unchanged.”
FBI Reports 45% Rise in Crypto Fraud, $5.6 Billion Lost, 71% From Investment Scams
10.9.2024
The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center has revealed a sharp rise in cryptocurrency fraud complaints, with over 69,000 cases and $5.6 billion in losses. Investment scams accounted for 71% of these losses, highlighting the growing exploitation of digital...
Bitcoin ETFs need time to be ‘instrument of adoption’ — Bianco Research CEO
9.9.2024
Bianco Research CEO Jim Bianco says the next Bitcoin halving in 2028 and significant development of on-chain tools are needed for wider ETF adoption
Bitcoin ETFs need time to be ‘instrument of adoption’ — Bianco Research CEO
9.9.2024
Bianco Research CEO Jim Bianco says the next Bitcoin halving in 2028 and significant development of onchain tools are needed for wider ETF adoption
Mansa Partners With Nigerian Blockchain Platform Bitmama to Boost Cross-Border Payments
8.9.2024
The Nigerian blockchain payment platform Bitmama has partnered with the decentralized finance platform Mansa to improve cross-border payment accessibility in Africa. This partnership aims to enhance consumer payment capabilities and support trade across borders. Mansa’s liquidity solution...
Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Surges in 2024, River Report Reveals
8.9.2024
Corporate adoption of bitcoin has experienced a significant surge in 2024, according to a recent report from River, a U.S.-based bitcoin-focused financial services company. The report highlights the growing role of bitcoin in business treasuries, offering insights into key trends and future...
CFTC Loses Round One: Kalshi Cleared to Offer US Election Bets
8.9.2024
A federal judge this week sided with the prediction market Kalshi’s motion for summary judgment in its legal battle with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This decision opens the door for U.S. citizens to place bets on the upcoming November election. However, the ruling isn’t...
Recession Concerns Ignite Amid US Economic Slowdown and Market Volatility
7.9.2024
In recent weeks, both economists and technical indicators have hinted that the U.S. may be on the brink of a recession, causing anxiety to ripple through the markets. Meanwhile, over on X, the topic of recession is gaining more traction by the day, with users discussing the likelihood of...
Report Highlights Short-Term Bitcoin Holders Facing Heightened Unrealized Losses
7.9.2024
A recent report from Glassnode, led by researchers Ukuriaoc and Cryptovizart, highlights growing stress among short-term bitcoin (BTC) holders. As market pressure mounts, these investors experience heightened unrealized losses, suggesting they may drive future sell-side activity. Glassnode:...
How Might Donald Trump's Crypto Token Fit Into Regulations?
7.9.2024
The former president of the United States is launching a crypto yield product, even as he appeals to the crypto industry in his current bid for office. Donald Trump will be the "chief crypto advocate" for World Liberty Financial, a venture that has offered scant hints so far about what it will...
India reconsiders foreign crypto exchange registrations: Report
6.9.2024
India’s Financial Intelligence Unit is studying registration requests from four overseas crypto exchanges that were earlier banned for noncompliance with the country’s AML laws
Japan’s major banks back new stablecoin project for global trade
6.9.2024
Project Pax, backed by Japan’s top banks, seeks to streamline cross-border transactions using stablecoins, addressing inefficiencies identified by the G20
Monochrome confident as it files for Australia's first ETF to hold Ether directly
6.9.2024
Monochrome’s CEO says the firm's Bitcoin ETF has seen growth off the back of its in-kind subscription mechanism and hopes an Ether ETF could see similar inflows.
FTC Urges Caution as Bitcoin ATM Fraud Cases Skyrocket
6.9.2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a sharp rise in scams involving bitcoin ATMs, with fraud losses increasing nearly tenfold from 2020 to 2023 and exceeding $65 million in the first half of 2024. These scams often involve impersonations and target vulnerable populations, such as older...
87% of crypto registrations failed in UK over ‘weak’ fraud, AML controls
6.9.2024
Only 4 out of 35 crypto business registrations were accepted by the UK Financial Conduct Authority citing concerns with money laundering adherence
Financial Action Task Force of Latin America States Bitcoin Has Not Reached a ‘Significant Impact’ in El Salvador
6.9.2024
The Financial Task Force of Latin America (GAFILAT) released an evaluation of the state of El Salvador regarding compliance with international anti-money laundering requirements. The institution found that, while El Salvador included bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, the crypto asset has not reached...