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US Banking Regulator Calls for Stronger Oversight of Crypto Risks
5.9.2024
Acting Comptroller Michael Hsu has emphasized the importance of proactive oversight in managing crypto risks. He cited the 2022 crypto market collapse, with a $2 trillion loss, where effective supervision kept banks stable. Hsu emphasized the need for vigilant supervision as digital assets...
South Korean Regulator Unveils Plan to Inspect Crypto Exchanges for Illegal Practices
5.9.2024
South Korea’s financial regulator, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), will inspect crypto exchanges to identify illegal practices following stricter regulations under the Virtual Asset Users Protection Act. The review aims to ensure compliance and safeguard crypto assets, with severe...
Court Upholds $1,000 Cap on Daily Crypto ATM Withdrawals in California
5.9.2024
A California Superior Court has upheld the Digital Financial Assets Law, which includes a $1,000 daily withdrawal limit for cryptocurrency ATMs. The law also requires crypto ATM operators to obtain licenses and comply with fee limits and new disclosures. California Court Upholds Bitcoin...
United Texas Bank Faces Regulatory Action for AML Failures Linked to ‘Virtual Currency Customers’
4.9.2024
United Texas Bank has been issued a cease and desist order by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Texas Department of Banking due to significant compliance deficiencies. The bank must take immediate action to rectify issues related to its anti-money laundering (AML) program and corporate governance...
Ripple and SEC agree to stay $125M judgment, hinting at appeal
4.9.2024
Though the SEC may choose not to appeal the Aug. 7 decision, Ripple’s lawyers requested that 111% of the monetary judgment be placed into a bank account to obtain a stay
Ripple and SEC agree to stay $125M judgment, hinting at appeal
4.9.2024
Though the SEC may choose not to appeal the Aug. 7 decision, Ripple’s lawyers requested that 111% of the monetary judgment be placed into a bank account to obtain a stay
US regulator again delays decision on eco-friendly Bitcoin ETF
4.9.2024
The carbon-offset Bitcoin ETF has been waiting on regulators since December 2023
US regulator again delays decision on eco-friendly Bitcoin ETF
4.9.2024
The carbon-offset Bitcoin ETF has been waiting on regulators since December 2023
Nigerian judge pushes Binance exec’s bail hearing to Oct. 9
4.9.2024
Detained in Nigeria for more than six months and with reported health problems, Tigran Gambaryan awaits a judge’s decision following another bail application
Nigerian judge pushes Binance exec’s bail hearing to Oct. 9
4.9.2024
Detained in Nigeria for more than six months and with reported health problems, Tigran Gambaryan awaits a judge’s decision following another bail application
CFTC charges Uniswap with illegal derivatives trading
4.9.2024
One CFTC commissioner dissented, calling the action “regulation by enforcement.”
CFTC charges Uniswap with illegal derivatives trading
4.9.2024
One CFTC commissioner dissented, calling the action “regulation by enforcement.”
Sen. Warren to debate John Deaton, criticizes ‘crypto billionaires’
4.9.2024
The Massachusetts Senator said she agreed to two debates in October, while John Deaton challenged her to five after his primary victory.
Sen. Warren to debate John Deaton, criticizes ‘crypto billionaires’
4.9.2024
The Massachusetts senator said she agreed to two debates in October, while John Deaton challenged her to five after his primary victory.
South Korea to inspect crypto exchanges for suspicious transactions
4.9.2024
South Korea’s FSS to enforce stricter regulations on crypto exchanges, with possible legal repercussions for noncompliance
South Korea to inspect crypto exchanges for suspicious transactions
4.9.2024
South Korea’s FSS is set to enforce stricter regulations on crypto exchanges, with possible legal repercussions for noncompliance
Elon Musk Can’t Wait to Reform US Government Spending and Regulations
4.9.2024
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has expressed his eagerness to tackle excessive waste and regulations in the U.S. government, responding to a report that former President Trump is considering him for a role in auditing federal agencies. Musk emphasized the need to reduce wasteful spending to curb inflation...
Behind bars: 6 crypto execs who did time and one who got away…
4.9.2024
These crypto leaders had it all, but that couldn’t stop them from going to jail
Behind bars: 6 crypto execs who did time and one who got away…
4.9.2024
These crypto leaders had it all, but that couldn’t stop them from going to jail
Starlink confirms it will block access to X in Brazil
3.9.2024
The SpaceX subsidiary claimed the Brazil Supreme Court decision was "illegal," but it would comply by suspending access to the social media platform