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Hong Kong unveils new stablecoin licensing regime
17.7.2024
The Hong Kong FSTB and HKMA outline plans for a new regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers following broad public support and stakeholder feedback
Hong Kong unveils new stablecoin licensing regime
17.7.2024
The Hong Kong FSTB and HKMA outline plans for a new regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers following broad public support and stakeholder feedback
Consumers find more use cases onchain, devs face challenges: Solana Foundation
15.7.2024
Decentralized finance is becoming more things to more people. That’s not easy to do
Ripple vs. SEC: Ripple’s landmark victory one year later
13.7.2024
While challenges remain, Ripple's victory has set a precedent that could shape the future of the cryptocurrency industry for years to come
SEC vs. Ripple: One year on since landmark ruling
13.7.2024
While challenges remain, Ripple’s victory has set a precedent that could shape the future of the cryptocurrency industry for years to come
Hiro Systems Applauds SEC Decision to Close Stacks Investigation
12.7.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into Stacks, a Bitcoin scaling network, and its original developer, Hiro Systems, with no recommended enforcement actions. This investigation began in 2021 despite claims by network contributors that Stacks’...
SEC Withdraws Enforcement Action Against Paxos’ BUSD Stablecoin
11.7.2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided to end its investigation into Paxos, a New York-based issuer of stablecoins, suggesting that stablecoins may not be treated as securities in most cases. This decision comes more than a year after the SEC sent Paxos a Wells Notice concerning...
Grayscale Sets Record Date for Ethereum Mini Trust Distribution
10.7.2024
Grayscale Investments has announced a record date of July 18, 2024, for the initial distribution of shares in the newly formed Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust. The distribution will be allocated to shareholders of the existing Grayscale Ethereum Trust on a 1:1 basis. Grayscale Prepares for July...
Nigerian minister urges SEC to tackle crypto regulation challenges
10.7.2024
Nigeria's cryptocurrency regulations are currently in the process of being updated
Microsoft and Apple renounce OpenAI board membership
10.7.2024
After investing $13 billion in OpenAI last year, Microsoft is distancing itself from the AI startup amid growing scrutiny from regulators
Binance vs Nigeria: A timeline of events
5.7.2024
As the trial of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan restarts in Nigeria, Cointelegraph recaps the story so far
Paxos gains approval for Singapore stablecoin launch with DBS partnership
2.7.2024
Paxos will partner with Southeast Asia’s largest bank, DBS, for the stablecoin launch
Supreme Court’s Chevron Decision Curtails SEC Chair Gensler’s Regulatory Abuses, Says Congressman
2.7.2024
Congressman Tom Emmer has stated that the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Chevron deference significantly limits “the regulatory abuses” of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler. The ruling is seen as a game changer for the crypto industry and other...
Hawaii Wraps Up Sandbox: Crypto Firms No Longer Need State Money Transmitter Licenses
1.7.2024
The U.S. state of Hawaii’s regulatory sandbox concludes today. Crypto companies will no longer require a Hawaii-issued money transmitter license to conduct business within the state. However, they must comply with federal regulations. Hawaii’s Regulatory Sandbox Concludes The Department...
Toncoin gains regulatory approval to trade in Kazakhstan
28.6.2024
The approval of Toncoin marks the 107th digital asset approved by the government regulator, as TON joins AVAX, MATIC, ADA, and others
Nigeria’s SEC boss says crypto can aid 38M unbanked
28.6.2024
Agama noted that cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin can greatly lower remittance costs, making it easier and cheaper for Nigerians abroad to send money home
Nigerian blockchain group calls for fair resolution in Binance case
27.6.2024
BICCoN believes that a balanced approach can help resolve the current challenges, and empower Nigeria to create a supportive environment for the blockchain industry to thrive
Bybit surpasses Coinbase in market share after Binance's decline
25.6.2024
Bybit became the world’s second-largest crypto exchange, while the leading exchange, Binance, has lost some market share due to previous regulatory issues
Analyst Warns of US Banking Sector Troubles, Foresees Stock Market and Bitcoin Slide
24.6.2024
While U.S. federal regulators, including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Federal Reserve, have identified concerns with the crisis management tactics of four banks, in a recent interview with Kitco, market strategist Gareth Soloway expressed concerns. Soloway suggests...
South Korean think tank cautions against crypto ETFs
24.6.2024
South Korean researcher Bo-mi Lee highlights crypto volatility and risks, calling for more research and regulatory measures