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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell Talks US Economy and Inflation at Economic Club of New York
19.10.2023
Today, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addressed critical economic issues facing the United States in a talk at the Economic Club of New York.
During the speech, Powell discussed the state of the U.S. economy, recent monetary policies, and future plans of the Federal Reserve. The topics that...
New York Attorney General Sues Gemini Trust, Genesis Global, and DCG for Defrauding Customers
19.10.2023
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a complaint against popular crypto exchange Gemini, crypto lending firm Genesis, and crypto investment company Digital Currency Group (DCG).
The lawsuit also targets two executives, former Genesis CEO Michael Moro and DCG CEO Barry Silbert...
First Mover Americas: New York AG Sues Gemini, DCG, Genesis
19.10.2023
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 19, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
New York Attorney General sues Gemini, Genesis, DGC for allegedly defrauding investors
19.10.2023
A filing from New York attorney general Letitia James alleges that the cryptocurrency companies defrauded investors of over $1 billion
Gemini, Genesis, DCG Sued by New York Attorney General for Allegedly Defrauding Investors
19.10.2023
The lawsuit alleges that Gemini knew Genesis’ loans were undersecured and at one point highly concentrated with one entity, Sam Bankman-Fried’s Alameda, but did not reveal this information to investors
Bankrupt Crypto Lender Genesis Faces Deadline: New York Court Orders Compliance With Terra Subpoena Within 5 Days
17.10.2023
After failing to respond to a prior order, embattled crypto lender Genesis has been subpoenaed by a New York court to produce documents related to the collapse of the algorithmic stablecoin TerraUSD (UST) last year.
In a court order dated October 13, Judge Jed Rakoff noted how Genesis hadn’t...
Our Fave Cosplay From New York Comic Con 2023
17.10.2023
New York Comic Con takes place every year at the massive Jacob Javits Center on the west side of Manhattan, and it never lets me down when it comes to cosplay. I’ve cosplayed there myself, though my look paled in comparison to the most impressive fits and mechanical feats on display at the annual...
Dragon Ball Daima Is The Newest DBZ Series And Toriyama Is Back
12.10.2023
Today at New York Comic Con, Toei Animation announced a brand-new Dragon Ball anime series coming next fall.Read more
Trump Lawyer Sports Gamer Laptop At $250 Million Fraud Trial
2.10.2023
Today is the first day of former president Donald Trump’s $250 million fraud trial in New York. A case brought by the state’s attorney general accuses the Republican primary frontrunner of lying about his net worth by billions of dollars to try to secure more favorable loan terms. One of...
We Asked New Yorkers if They’d Heard of Sam Bankman-Fried
29.9.2023
To some, Sam Bankman-Fried’s impending trial is one of the biggest stories in recent news, but to many New Yorkers, the name does not strike a chord
I Live In NYC Now, But Cyberpunk 2077's Night City Still Feels More Like Home
28.9.2023
Sometimes I forget I live in New York City. Sure, I’m hit with a battering ram of a reminder when my enormous rent bill shows up, but even when I ride the subway to Manhattan or see some of my best friends who have lived here their whole lives, it often feels like I’m just visiting.Read more
New York Shrinks List of Pre-Approved Crypto — DOGE, XRP Among Coins Removed
20.9.2023
New York’s financial regulator has significantly reduced the number of pre-approved cryptocurrencies that licensed crypto trading platforms can list. XRP, dogecoin, litecoin, and ethereum classic are among the coins removed from the Greenlist. The regulator also proposed new crypto guidance...
XRP Attorney Addresses New York's Delisting of Ripple and Dogecoin, Denies Political Intentions
19.9.2023
On Monday, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) introduced updated standards for its virtual currency oversight while removing Ripple (XRP) from "its approved list of cryptocurrencies."
According to the updated standards, NYDFS reviewed its existing list of approved...
New York Regulator Seeks Tougher Norms for Adding, De-Listing Crypto Coins
18.9.2023
Licensees in the state will have to set out technology, market and regulatory risks for listed cryptocurrencies under the state’s BitLicense regime
Environmentalists Rally Against Crypto Mining Facility Renewal in New York, Citing Climate Concerns
11.9.2023
Environmental advocates are redoubling their efforts to persuade New York officials to decline an air permit renewal for a cryptocurrency mining facility in North Tonawanda. They assert that the operation imperils residents’ quality of life and undermines the state’s climate objectives...
Lawyers Have Raked In At Least $700 Million From Major Crypto Implosions: New York Times Report
5.9.2023
Lawyers, accountants, and consultants make up professionals who have raked in over $700 million in fees following the collapse of several digital asset firms last year.
A new report by the New York Times shows how the unfortunate crypto incidents have led to an unexpected “financial bonanza”...
Blockchain takes the stage at Longevity+DeSci summit in New York
22.8.2023
This year’s Longevity+DeSci Summit in New York City showcased several decentralized solutions
Pokémon Go Fest 2023 Is A Reminder The Game Is Meant For A Big City
21.8.2023
Pokémon Go Fest 2023 was a surreal experience for someone who has only had a passing relationship with the mobile ‘mon collecting game since it launched in 2016. On the bus back to Manhattan from Randall’s Island Park, I sat surrounded by people from all walks of life brought together by Pokémon...
Pokémon Go Fest 2023 Is A Reminder The Game Is Meant For A Big City
21.8.2023
Pokémon Go Fest 2023 was a surreal experience for someone who has only had a passing relationship with the mobile ‘mon collecting game since it launched in 2016. On the bus back to Manhattan from Randall’s Island Park, I sat surrounded by people from all walks of life brought together by Pokémon...
Court Trial Dates Set for SEC's Case Against Ripple Labs in Southern District of New York
10.8.2023
In a filing on August 9th in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, Judge Analisa Torres, who is handling the civil case of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Ripple Labs, intends to set a jury trial for the second quarter of 2024. The trial...