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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...
NY authorities announce charges related to ‘sham’ crypto recovery firm
1.8.2024
The New York County District Attorney seized roughly $14,000 that Coin Dispute Network operators allegedly stole from users
NY authorities announce charges related to ‘sham’ crypto recovery firm
1.8.2024
The New York County District Attorney seized roughly $14,000 that Coin Dispute Network operators allegedly stole from users
UAE Bank Launches VASP-Focused Accounts for Managing User Funds
1.8.2024
Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), a United Arab Emirates-based bank, has launched dedicated accounts for virtual asset service providers to manage client funds. CEO Bernd van Linder said the move aligns with CBD’s core banking services and supports the bank’s plans to foster the digital economy. VASP...
EU watchdog warns of offshore crypto risks under MiCA regulation
1.8.2024
The European Securities and Markets Authority warns crypto companies operating globally of the potential risks that may arise while seeking authorization under MiCA
EU watchdog warns of offshore crypto risks under MiCA regulation
1.8.2024
The European Securities and Markets Authority warns crypto companies operating globally of the potential risks that may arise while seeking authorization under MiCA
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
US Senator Discusses Trump’s Bitcoin Plan and National BTC Stockpile
1.8.2024
U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty has discussed former President Donald Trump’s bitcoin plan, which includes creating a national bitcoin stockpile. The lawmaker expects to see several legislative proposals beyond what Trump announced. He believes this move will establish credibility for the currency...
Regulators are misguided in efforts to restrict open-source AI
31.7.2024
Lawmakers in Europe and California are worried about that open-source AI is "dangerous." On the contrary — there is nothing dangerous about transparency
Biden adviser who attended crypto roundtable joins pro-Harris Super PAC
31.7.2024
The Future Forward PAC has previously accepted donations from former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, which may be subject to forfeiture
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
Coinbase Concerned About 'Ongoing Regulation by Enforcement' in Australia
31.7.2024
Coinbase (COIN) is concerned about “ongoing regulation through enforcement” which is not “helpful to the overall direction of the industry” in Australia ahead of expected draft legislation, senior executives of the cryptocurrency exchange told CoinDesk
Ripple CEO Slams SEC Hypocrisy and Haphazard Crypto Regulation
31.7.2024
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s inconsistent regulatory practices after the regulator revealed its intention to amend its complaint against Binance concerning the security status of certain crypto tokens. He highlighted...
Judge grants ex-FTX exec’s request to postpone reporting to prison
31.7.2024
Ryan Salame will have an additional 45 days of freedom after his lawyers said there were medical complications due to a dog bite
SEC Charges Bitclout Founder With Multi-Million-Dollar Crypto Fraud
30.7.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Nader Al-Naji, founder of Bitclout (now Decentralized Social), with running a multi-million-dollar fraudulent crypto scheme. Al-Naji allegedly raised over $257 million through unregistered sales of Bitclout tokens (BTCLT) and used...
Central Bank of Brazil Aims to Finalize Crypto Exchange Regulation by Early 2025
30.7.2024
According to Nagel Paulino, head of the Central Bank’s regulatory department, the Central Bank of Brazil hopes to finalize cryptocurrency market regulations by 2025. The institution will conduct a second public consultation to finalize the drafts, hearing the opinions of market participants...
Only Congress and DARPA can rein in the dangers of AI
30.7.2024
AI is stretching the boundaries of existing internet protocols. A working group between DARPA, NIST and other federal agencies could help
SEC backs down on claiming SOL, ADA, MATIC and other tokens are securities in Binance suit
30.7.2024
The SEC has retracted its request for a court ruling to classify tokens such as Solana, Cardano, Polygon and others as securities
Hong Kong Police Arrest Quartet Accused of Using Counterfeit Banknotes to Swindle Crypto Traders
30.7.2024
A group of four Hong Kong fraudsters, who swindled victims’ digital assets worth $1.4 million between October 2023 and July 2024, have been apprehended. The suspects, aged 14 to 39, are charged with conspiracy to defraud and possession of 5,000 counterfeit banknotes. According to Hong Kong laws...