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US SEC Adds Fraud to List of Charges Against ‘Crypto’ Firm Longfin
5.6.2019
The SEC has filed charges of fraud against purported blockchain-related firm Longfin Corp
Malaysia Begins Approving Crypto Exchange Registrations
5.6.2019
Malaysia’s securities commission has begun registering cryptocurrency exchanges after it started regulating the crypto space earlier this year. The first three crypto trading platform operators have been conditionally approved and given nine months to comply with registration requirements....
Russia: Supreme Arbitration Court Judge Urges for Inclusion of Crypto in Civil Law
4.6.2019
A judge at Russia’s Supreme Arbitration Court urged lawmakers to include the term “digital assets” in the Russian Civil Law
Judgment Delivered in Favor of a Crypto Exchange in Israeli Supreme Court
4.6.2019
The Highest court of Israel has stated on 3rd June that bank Leumi cannot stop digital currency exchange Bits of Gold on the regulatory grounds to have an account as reported. Previously in 2018, the court had declared a temporary injection forbidding the major bank of the country from supporting...
Crypto Exchange Bits Of Gold Wins Supreme Court Battle Over Bank Block
4.6.2019
Cryptocurrency exchange Bits of Gold has won a notable legal victory over an Israeli bank in its bid to keep access to banking services
Israeli Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Cryptocurrency Exchange in Bank Dispute
4.6.2019
Israeli bank cannot ban a crypto exchange’s account on the grounds of regulatory concerns, says supreme court judge
Israeli Supreme Court Stops Bank From Closing Crypto Exchange’s Account
3.6.2019
In February 2018, the Supreme Court of Israel issued a temporary injunction order forbidding a major bank in the country from halting the activity of a local cryptocurrency exchange. Now the bank has been forced to accept that the company’s account will remain open indefinitely. Also Read:...
Cryptopia Suits Gather Steam as Another Failed Exchange Is Bound for Court
2.6.2019
When cryptocurrency exchanges fail, a seismic shock shudders through the cryptosphere. With thousands of users, from traders to companies, left out of pocket, litigation is inevitable in a bid to claw back some of the losses. Cryptopia is the latest in a long line of exchanges to face a litany...
Does Kik Stand a Chance Against the Goliath of the SEC in a US Court?
1.6.2019
Why Kik’s fight with the SEC could end up creating a new Howey test for crypto
New Cryptocurrency Bill Advances in Japan, Regulator Explains
30.5.2019
Japan’s House of Representatives has passed a new cryptocurrency bill with additional requests for the government to incorporate into law. News.Bitcoin.com talked to Japan’s top financial regulator to find out the implications of this bill and the proposed resolution. Also read: Indian...
Tether Price Analysis: The court case reveals that Tether (USDT) was investing in Bitcoin after all!
29.5.2019
The reputation of Tether is at stake as it might not be the stable coin after all! Tether is rumored to be NOT backed up with the US dollar reserves and in fact, the funds were invested in Bitcoin. The case against the firm and Bitfinex Exchange has certainly reached the ears of the traders...
Cryptopia Liquidator Files for User Data Protection at US Court as Process Continues
27.5.2019
The Cryptopia liquidation process could soon gain formal U.S. recognition after Grant Thornton filed for urgent interim relief
China Releases New Crypto Rankings
27.5.2019
China’s Center for Information and Industry Development has released its latest rankings of 35 crypto projects that were evaluated over the past two months. While several top positions remain unchanged, Bitcoin has climbed up the overall ranking. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones...
Supreme Court Advocate Suggests How to Regulate Cryptocurrency in India
24.5.2019
An Indian supreme court advocate has shared some thoughts on the kind of cryptocurrency regulation India can benefit from. The right regulatory framework “would ensure transparency, oversight and accountability,” but a “one size fits all” regulation would be a mistake,...
Israeli court says cryptocurrencies are asset not currency and are liable to taxes
23.5.2019
The Israeli court has declared all the digital currencies, including Bitcoin should be considered as a taxable asset rather than currencies as per the report surfaced on 21st May in a local news website. The judgment was delivered to the case in which an Israeli startup founder argued with the...
Bitfinex and Tether Obtain Stay of Demands From New York Supreme Court
22.5.2019
Bitfinex and its affiliated stablecoin issuer Tether have obtained a stay of demands for which they applied on May 21
Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is Not a Currency in Court Case Over Taxes on BTC Gains
22.5.2019
An Israeli judge has ruled that bitcoin is an asset and not a currency
Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset in Feud Over Tax Payment
22.5.2019
An Israeli court has ruled against an investor in declaring bitcoin is an asset and not a currency, and thus subject to capital gains tax
Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset
22.5.2019
An Israeli court has ruled that bitcoin is an asset, confirming the central bank’s stance. The case involves the country’s tax authority and the founder of a blockchain startup who argues that profits from the sale of cryptocurrency should be tax-free. The court has ruled in favor...
Bitfinex Argues Why Judge Should Dismiss NYAG Case in Latest Court Filings
21.5.2019
Bitfinex and Tether asked a judge to dismiss the New York Attorney General's case against the firms, claiming they have no customers in the state