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Binance Experiences Market Share Decline Post Regulatory Clampdown
2.6.2023
Binance has seen its market share shrink by 25% over the last three months amid increased regulatory pressure from the US.
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange accounted for 57.5% of the average monthly volume of all crypto trades in February, but its market share has now dropped to...
Qatar gets slammed for not taking enough action against crypto companies
2.6.2023
Qatar has been told by the global money-laundering watchdog to improve its “understanding of more complex forms” of financial crime
Tether USDT market cap breaks ATH, Binance CEO points at regulatory caps
1.6.2023
At a time when USDT is touching new market cap highs, the other stablecoins are struggling to keep their market dominance
Bybit Follows Binance’s Footsteps, Exits Canadian Market Amid Regulatory Concerns
31.5.2023
In the wake of Binance’s departure from Canada, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has announced its exit from the nation as well, citing “recent regulatory development” as the reason. Effective May 31, Bybit stated that it would cease accepting applications from Canadian residents....
Binance plans new round of layoffs amid increased regulatory scrutiny
31.5.2023
Binance's chief strategy officer Patrick Hillmann hinted on Twitter the resource reorganization is meant to address growing regulatory pressures targeting the crypto space
China to gain most from restrictive US crypto regulations: Coinbase CEO
31.5.2023
The Coinbase CEO has been hugely critical of the U.S. failure to provide the crypto industry with regulatory clarity and has long argued it will push firms offshore
Coinbase CEO Criticizes US Lawmakers, Regulators Over Regulatory Approach, Warns of Upcoming Innovation in China
31.5.2023
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong criticized US lawmakers and regulators over their approach to bringing “regulatory clarity” to cryptocurrency and warned that innovation is moving offshore.
Countries like China will benefit from “restrictive U.S. crypto policies,” Armstrong said in a MarketWatch...
Crypto exchange Bybit exits Canada, citing 'recent regulatory development'
30.5.2023
Headquartered in Dubai, Bybit plans to leave Canada while exploring expanding into new markets like Kazakhstan
Crypto Exchange Bybit Exits Canada Citing Recent Regulatory Development
30.5.2023
Bybit has announced that it will be exiting the Canadian market starting as soon as May 31 due to recent regulatory developments in the country, adding to several other exchanges that pulled out from the country
Huobi HK Offers Spot Trading and Custodial Solutions in Hong Kong Following Licensing Regime Implementation
29.5.2023
On May 29, Huobi HK announced its expansion of services after Hong Kong implemented its new crypto exchange license system. The platform now provides spot and custodial services to both retail and institutional customers in Hong Kong. Huobi’s update comes shortly after Huobi Global faced regulatory...
Gemini and Genesis Fight Back Against SEC Lawsuit, Seek Dismissal of Allegations
29.5.2023
Gemini Trust Company and Genesis Global Capital filed a court document on May 26, 2023, seeking the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulatory body had accused the two crypto firms of offering unregistered securities. Gemini and Genesis...
Temasek slashes compensation for execs responsible for its $275M FTX investment
29.5.2023
While “no misconduct” was determined by Temasek’s internal review, staff involved with the FTX investment will see a dent in their pay package
Digital Currency Group to Sunset Tradeblock, Cites ‘Regulatory Challenges’ and ‘Prolonged Crypto Winter’
26.5.2023
Digital Currency Group has revealed its decision to sunset its institutional trading platform, Tradeblock, on May 31, 2023. The company attributes the move to the “challenging regulatory environment” and the enduring effects of the “prolonged crypto winter,” signaling...
Gulf Binance Clinches Thai Regulatory Approval
26.5.2023
The joint venture between Gulf Innova and Binance aims to offer crypto services in the country starting later this year
EU regulator urges crypto firms to disclose regulatory status of products
26.5.2023
ESMA reminded investment firms that crypto will remain unregulated in most jurisdictions despite the upcoming adoption of regulations
‘Exhausted all options’ — Unbanked to close after being left hanging by investor
26.5.2023
Unbanked is yet another crypto firm to wind down this month, joining BottlePay, HotBit, Teressa, and most recently, TradeBlock
Binance CEO Claims Chinese Communities Are ‘Buzzing’ After CCTV Airs Crypto Segment
25.5.2023
On May 24, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, shared through Twitter that “Chinese speaking communities are buzzing” following a news broadcast by state-operated media network China Central Television (CCTV) regarding Hong Kong’s latest cryptocurrency-focused regulatory...
Come In And Register? These Firms Say They Found an SEC-Friendly Crypto Path
23.5.2023
The beginnings of a fully compliant U.S. crypto infrastructure may be forming on the industry’s fringes as a watchdog backed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) quietly issues significant approvals for companies trying to stick to the securities rulebook
Bitget secures regulatory license in Poland, reserve funds up $80M in Q1
23.5.2023
The cryptocurrency exchange secured VASP licensing in Lithuania in April
Coinbase Praises Canada’s Crypto Approach as U.S. Regulatory Pressure Intensifies
19.5.2023