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Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin Holds Steady Above $23K, White House Urges Congress to 'Step Up' Crypto Regulation
27.1.2023
Also: Polygon’s MATIC token gained 8%, while Arbitrum-based decentralized trading platform Vela Exchange's DXP token surged 26%. Equities closed up
White House Calls on Congress to ‘Step Up Its Efforts’ on Crypto Regulation
27.1.2023
Officials in the Biden Administration urged Congress on Friday to expand the authority of regulators to police the crypto industry
White House science office calls for comments on its digital asset research agenda
25.1.2023
The office's request for information is the latest piece in the massive research agenda in President Biden’s executive order on digital asset development
Casting Stones From a Glass House: Yellen’s Comments on Zambia’s Debt Restructuring Draw Criticism From Chinese Embassy
24.1.2023
The Chinese embassy in Zambia denounced the United States over its debt limit and the “extraordinary measures” Treasury secretary Janet Yellen has implemented to stave off a U.S. debt default. Yellen said on Monday that it was very important that Zambia restructure its debt, but Zambia...
Amid crypto winter, central banks rethink in-house digital currencies
24.1.2023
In recent months, four countries that had previously initiated major CBDC pilot programs have scrapped their adoption plans altogether
Today in Crypto: Car Crashed Into Sam Bankman-Fried's House Barricade, Ransomware Payments Fell 40% in 2022, Crypto Became the Second Most Widely Owned Asset Class for Women
20.1.2023
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Daring drive-by at SBF’s: 3 men drove into barricade and fled: Lawyers
20.1.2023
The lawyer’s didn’t specify the date or time at which the incident took place, and claimed the security personnel were unable to get the license plate details
Nifty News: Price drops on ‘Cryptohouse’ with NFT decor, mint your personality as an NFT and more
16.1.2023
The owner of the crypto-themed home has dropped its price by over 20% in a matter of months as they seemingly struggle to sell the house as is
Nobody Wants To Buy The Ugly Crypto House
16.1.2023
Good evening, savvy property investors and interested home-buyers. Have you ever dreamed of a move to Hollywood, but were put off by a million-dollar pricetag? Well have I got the deal for you.Read more
House Republicans to Set New Subcommittee on Crypto, Will Have Key Role in Developing Bills
15.1.2023
The House Republicans have announced the formation of a new subcommittee dedicated to cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. This subcommittee will have a key role in developing legislation and regulations that will govern the use of these technologies.
House Republicans are set to form...
US Lawmakers Create ‘Congress’ First Ever’ Digital Assets Subcommittee
15.1.2023
U.S. Congress’ “first ever” subcommittee on digital assets has been created as part of the House Financial Services Committee. “We want to create a regulatory legal framework for digital assets … that makes America a leader from an innovation point of view but also protects...
Treasury Secretary Yellen Urges Swift Action to Increase Spending Limit, Avert Default on US Obligations
14.1.2023
Janet Yellen, the U.S. secretary of the Treasury, sent a letter to Congress on Friday urging lawmakers to increase the spending limit. Yellen stressed that the country would reach its statutory debt limit on Jan. 19, 2023. She warned that “failure to meet the government’s obligations...
Biden Vows to Veto House Republicans’ ‘Fair Tax Act’ Proposing Elimination of IRS
13.1.2023
Several U.S. House of Representatives Republicans have proposed legislation that would significantly decrease funding for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The move comes after the newly elected Speaker, Kevin McCarthy, stated that he would challenge the funding granted to the U.S. tax agency...
US House Republicans plan to establish crypto-focused subcommittee: Report
12.1.2023
Representatives French Hill and Warren Davidson will reportedly be the chair and vice chair of the subcommittee, respectively, focused on issues related to crypto
US House Republicans to Set Up Crypto Committee to Oversee Shaky Industry: Report
12.1.2023
The new subcommittee on digital assets, financial technology and inclusion will be chaired by Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.)
New Home Flipping Game Is Totally Not Creepy Or Scary At All
9.1.2023
If you are looking for a calm and relaxing game to play, you might want to try out Regular Home Renovation Simulator, a new completely free-to-download indie game about a man quietly flipping a small house. And don’t worry if you see any random skulls laying about or if you suddenly feel like there...
Unreported Transactions Linked to Disgraced FTX Co-Founder Revealed by Onchain Investigation
5.1.2023
According to onchain research, wallets connected to Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced co-founder of FTX, transferred a significant number of previously unreported transactions across various blockchains. The transfers were discovered by Conor Grogan, a director at Coinbase, and while most of...
US Congress investigations into FTX are in limbo without a House Speaker
4.1.2023
With no leadership elected to the House of Representatives, efforts to address fraud allegations at FTX or legislate crypto may be delayed indefinitely
Indicted FTX Co-Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Discussed ‘Pandemic Prevention’ With Biden Administration Officials
4.1.2023
According to public filings, former crypto billionaire and FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried met with senior Biden administration officials before he was indicted for financial fraud. When asked about the visits, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told the press the meetings involved...
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Pleads Not Guilty to Criminal Charges, Bond Signees’ Names Remain Sealed
4.1.2023
On Jan. 3, 2023, the former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) pleaded not guilty to eight criminal charges that involve two counts of wire fraud and six counts of conspiracy. In addition to the not guilty plea, SBF’s judge Lewis Kaplan granted the defendant’s request to keep the names of his $250...