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Texas senator discloses up to $100K in BTC after blockchain endorsement
16.8.2024
After visiting a Bitcoin mining facility and receiving the endorsement of a blockchain advocacy group, Senator Ted Cruz reported purchasing up to $100,000 worth of BTC in 2023
MARA Announces $250M Private Offering of Convertible Senior Notes to Buy More Bitcoin
12.8.2024
Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc., now simply known as MARA, is rolling out a plan to offer $250 million in convertible senior notes set to mature in 2031. This move, targeting qualified institutional buyers, aims to generate funds for corporate ventures and the purchase of more bitcoin. MARA...
Crypto.com Opposes Proposed US Ban on Prediction Markets and Event Contracts
11.8.2024
Crypto.com Senior Vice President Steve Humenik has joined Coinbase by voicing opposition to a proposed rule change by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) that could lead to the prohibition of prediction markets in the United States. In a letter to the CFTC, Humenik expressed concerns...
Tech firms pen letter to EU requesting more time to comply with AI Act
9.8.2024
Tech companies release a joint letter requesting more time from the EU to comply with AI Act requirements, citing challenges due to the summer recess
Irish Authorities Seize $7.1M in Cryptocurrency Amid Darknet Money Laundering Bust
9.8.2024
Irish authorities seized $7.1 million in cryptocurrency in a raid targeting money laundering and darknet sales. Three individuals were arrested, with one remaining in custody. “The arrests of the three individuals and the assets seized are the result of a highly complex investigation into...
Bill proposes to give Secret Service more power to pursue crypto crime
5.8.2024
Stronger threat assessments are needed to catch “seedy financial enterprises” facilitating money laundering schemes,” US Senator Charles Grassley said
US Senators Flooded With 2,200 Letters Advocating Bitcoin as Strategic Reserve
3.8.2024
U.S. senators received over 2,200 letters within 48 hours advocating for Senator Cynthia Lummis’ bill to make bitcoin a strategic reserve. The bill proposes the U.S. government acquire a significant bitcoin reserve to bolster the U.S. dollar and pay down national debt, aiming to position...
Bahamas Enacts Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges Act
2.8.2024
The Bahamas has enacted the Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges Act, 2024 (DARE 2024), establishing itself as a leader in digital asset regulation. Announced by the Securities Commission, DARE 2024 builds on the DARE Act, 2020, introducing significant reforms to address the evolving digital...
Digital Chamber urges US senators to support Lummis’ Bitcoin reserve bill
2.8.2024
The crypto advocacy group says it is hand-delivering letters to every US Senator explaining why Bitcoin would help the US secure its position as a world leader
Digital Chamber urges US senators to support Lummis’ Bitcoin reserve bill
2.8.2024
The crypto advocacy group says it is hand-delivering letters to every US Senator explaining why Bitcoin would help the US secure its position as a world leader
US Senator Officially Introduces BITCOIN Act to Establish Strategic BTC Reserve
1.8.2024
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has officially introduced the BITCOIN Act in the Senate, aiming to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve as an additional store of value to strengthen America’s balance sheet. The initiative seeks to position the U.S. as a leader in financial innovation by proposing...
Senator Lummis Drafts Bitcoin Act to Slash National Debt by Half!
1.8.2024
To combat the rapidly growing national debt and establish America as a powerhouse for financial technology, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has officially introduced in the United States Senate today its plans to inaugurate the Boosting Innovation, Technology and Competitiveness through Optimized...
South Korean crypto exchanges face unexpected supervisory fees
1.8.2024
Introducing supervisory fees marks a crucial step toward increased regulation and oversight
South Korean crypto exchanges face unexpected supervisory fees
1.8.2024
Introducing supervisory fees marks a crucial step toward increased regulation and oversight
OpenAI backs Senate bills to advance AI safety and accessibility
31.7.2024
OpenAI's support for these bills highlights a broader vision for AI that balances safety, accessibility, and the potential for educational progress
EU AI Act comes into effect — Here’s what to expect
31.7.2024
The European Union’s AI Act takes effect on Aug. 1, introducing significant regulations for artificial intelligence through phased implementation and key compliance obligations
Bill targeting illicit use of crypto passes US House: Law Decoded
29.7.2024
Legislation focuses on preventing illicit cryptocurrency activities while safeguarding consumer choice
Bill targeting illicit use of crypto passes US House
23.7.2024
The Financial Technology Protection Act passed the House of Representatives by voice vote roughly a year after lawmakers sent it out of committee
New Virtual Asset Protection Act Takes Effect in South Korea
22.7.2024
South Korea’s Act on the Protection of Virtual Asset Users went into effect on July 19, 2024, aiming to protect users and ensure market stability. Initially revised in 2021 to mandate virtual asset service providers (VASPs) to register and adhere to anti-money laundering regulations,...
Nigerian police arrest crypto star in fraud crackdown
17.7.2024
As investigations proceed, the outcome of this case could set significant precedents for how cryptocurrency-related crimes are handled in Nigeria