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Taiwan’s Regulator Allows Professional Investors to Access Digital Asset ETFs
3.10.2024
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has allowed professional investors to venture into foreign virtual asset exchange-traded funds (ETFs) via sub-brokerage. By allowing more diverse investment channels, the FSC aims to boost local brokerage operations while carefully managing...
India Cracks Down on $48M Crypto Fraud in Fiewin Gaming App With Binance Help
3.10.2024
India’s Enforcement Directorate has exposed a massive $48 million scam linked to the online gaming app Fiewin, connected to Chinese nationals. Following an in-depth investigation, an equivalent of about $3 million has been frozen in accounts tied to these individuals. The scam lured users...
SEC enforcement chief Grewal to step down
2.10.2024
The end of his tenure, marked by aggressive cryptocurrency enforcement, could signal a change in the agency’s approach to crypto.
SEC’s Enforcement Chief Steps Down After Leading Over 100 Crypto Enforcement Actions
2.10.2024
Gurbir S. Grewal, Director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s Division of Enforcement, will leave the agency next week. During his tenure, he led several high-profile enforcement actions, particularly in the crypto sector, targeting noncompliant platforms and insider...
Fan Tokens Have Much Larger Market Than NFTs, Says Chiliz CEO as Blockchain Prepares New Memecoin 'Pepper'
2.10.2024
The Chiliz blockchain is aiming to become "the sports blockchain," its CEO Alexandre Dreyfus told CoinDesk in an interview, while also calling out the disproportionate historical hype around NFTs in comparison to fan tokens
Binance Secures Regulatory License in Kazakhstan for Crypto Trading
2.10.2024
Binance Kazakhstan has secured a full Digital Asset Trading Facility (DATF) license from the Astana Financial Services Authority. This approval allows the crypto exchange to operate as a trading platform, broker-dealer, and digital asset custodian. Kazakhstan becomes the first Central Asian country...
Asset Management Firm Bitwise Files for Spot XRP ETF
2.10.2024
Asset management firm Bitwise has filed for a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the Delaware Division of Corporations. While this does not confirm an immediate filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), it aligns with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s positive outlook...
Europe gathers global experts to draft ‘Code of Practice’ for AI
1.10.2024
The EU is bringing together top global experts to draft the first “Code of Practice” for general-purpose AI models, setting new standards for transparency and risk management under its AI Act
Gemini’s exit from Canada: What’s driving crypto exchanges out?
1.10.2024
Gemini’s exit came just a few days after the Canadian Securities Administrators released an update to crypto trading firms about stablecoins
Bank of England and FCA launch Digital Securities Sandbox
1.10.2024
The regulatory sandbox aims to strengthen the United Kingdom’s position as a global financial hub
European Blockchain Sandbox onboards 41 regulators in second cohort
1.10.2024
The European Blockchain Sandbox Initiative expands with 41 regulators and authorities from 22 countries, boosting blockchain innovation and regulatory collaboration
FCA Secures First Conviction for Illegal Crypto ATM Operation in UK
1.10.2024
Olumide Osunkoya has pleaded guilty to illegally running a crypto ATM network across the UK. Even though the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) denied his registration, his operation handled millions in cryptocurrency transactions. This case represents the first conviction of its type under...
Cantor Fitzgerald CEO: Bitcoin Is a Commodity, Should Be Treated Like Gold and Oil
1.10.2024
Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, says bitcoin is a commodity. “When you truly understand bitcoin, it’s hard to see it any other way,” he said, adding that the crypto “should be treated like gold and like oil.” While stating that other digital assets...
Dutch Regulator Warns of Crypto Pump-and-Dump, New Regulation to Ban These Schemes
30.9.2024
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has issued a warning about the dangers of pump-and-dump schemes in the cryptocurrency space, as new regulations prepare to target this market manipulation tactic. The upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), effective from Dec....
Lawyer Expects SEC to Challenge XRP Ruling as Appeal Deadline Approaches
30.9.2024
A former lawyer with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) anticipates the agency will challenge Judge Analisa Torres’ decision regarding XRP in the Ripple lawsuit. The SEC views the ruling as flawed and is likely to submit an appeal before the approaching Oct. 7 deadline. Ripple...
CryptoQuant CEO calls for ‘smart regulation,' community voices doubts
29.9.2024
Ju’s push for “smart regulation” in Web3 aims to curb scams, build trust, and ensure responsible growth, sparking community debate
CryptoQuant CEO calls for ‘smart regulation,' community voices doubts
29.9.2024
Ju’s push for “smart regulation” in Web3 aims to curb scams, build trust, and ensure responsible growth, sparking community debate
CryptoQuant CEO calls for ‘smart regulation,' community voices doubts
29.9.2024
Ju’s push for “smart regulation” in Web3 aims to curb scams, build trust, and ensure responsible growth, sparking community debate
CFTC Sues Over $3.6M Digital Asset Fraud Targeting Asian Americans
29.9.2024
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has initiated legal action against a fake trading platform and its associates for defrauding investors out of $3.6 million. The scheme, which targeted Asian Americans, involved soliciting funds in fiat and digital assets, with false promises...
Dutch regulator warns of crypto pump-and-dump risks ahead of MiCA
29.9.2024
The Dutch AFM issued warnings about crypto market manipulation, focusing on pump-and-dump schemes ahead of MiCA’s implementation in December