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SEC plans scrutiny of crypto dealer-brokers, transfer agents, per 2024 exam guide
16.10.2023
The SEC sets examination priorities based on feedback from examiners and input from investors and the industry
Binance halts onboarding of new UK users
16.10.2023
The move comes after the Financial Conduct Authority imposed restrictions on its U.K. partner REBS
Crypto yield platform Haru Invest to suspend server
16.10.2023
After halting withdrawals in June 2023, Haru Invest is yet to come up with a timeline to repay its customers
Russian Crypto Exchange Moves Money for Gaza Groups, Report
16.10.2023
Palestinian militant organizations, including a Hamas-linked Islamist group, have been using a Moscow-based crypto exchange to transfer millions, a press report revealed. The U.S.-sanctioned platform, which allows customers to convert Russian cash to crypto and then withdraw fiat abroad, has been...
Crypto payment option for Honda cars only works via third-party platform
16.10.2023
FCF Pay’s X account has been suspended amid circulating misreporting about its “partnership” with Honda, which has never happened
US government among largest Bitcoin hodlers with over $5B in BTC: Report
16.10.2023
The $5-billion estimation is based on three major seizures linked to the Bitfinex hack and Silk Road, meaning the actual holdings could be much larger
Deadline for SEC Appeal Against Grayscale’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Ruling Expires
14.10.2023
The U.S. securities regulator has apparently missed a deadline to appeal a court ruling against its rejection of Grayscale’s spot bitcoin ETF application. Media reports, quoting sources familiar with the matter, unveiled ahead of the deadline that the agency was not planning to appeal the decision...
Ferrari to accept crypto payments in the US
14.10.2023
Ferrari’s decision to accept cryptocurrency payments was driven by market demand and dealer requests, with numerous clients investing in digital currencies
CFTC Sues Former CEO of Crypto Lender Voyager for Fraud
14.10.2023
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) charged the former CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency lender Voyager Digital with fraud. The regulator accused Stephen Ehrlich and the company of luring investors with promises of high-yield returns while breaking derivatives rules. Ehrlich was also...
Madeira announces creation of Bitcoin business hub for innovation
13.10.2023
President of Madeira made the announcement during a chat with Prince Filip of Serbia at Bitcoin Amsterdam, pledging an emphasis on collaboration and technology development
Caroline Ellison: Secret recording offers trove of explosive revelations
13.10.2023
Among many critical revelations about Alameda and FTX’s relationship, Caroline Ellison confirmed that Alameda always had access to customers’ funds at FTX
Defi Not a Risk to Financial Stability Yet, EU Securities Regulator Reports
13.10.2023
Decentralized finance (defi) brings risks for investors but is yet to pose “meaningful risks” to financial stability, according to Europe’s securities watchdog. The agency believes, however, the phenomenon deserves attention in light of the EU’s new crypto rules as well as growing user base and...
Trader Joe’s grocery store files trademark lawsuit against Trader Joe DEX
12.10.2023
Among the claims included allegations of federal trademark infringement and dilution, with Trader Joe allegedly capitalizing on the store's "name, goodwill, and brand recognition"
Brazil Committee Recommends Indicting Binance Officials, CZ
12.10.2023
A congressional committee in Brazil has concluded that four Binance officials, among them company CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), should be indicted. The suggestion follows a probe targeting crypto platforms suspected of operating pyramid schemes and can potentially affect the global crypto company’s...
Trader swaps 131k stablecoins for $0 during USDR depeg
12.10.2023
An attempt to withdraw USDR stablecoins amid a liquidity crunch appears to have gone horribly wrong
Mastercard announces successful wrapped CBDC trial results
12.10.2023
The experiment demonstrated that CBDCs could be wrapped to purchase NFTs on blockchains such as Ethereum
Crypto lending invalidated by Chinese court in second landmark ruling
12.10.2023
Plaintiff Mr. Ming will have no judicial relief to recoup his 80,000 Tether loan after its borrower defaulted
What sets cryptocurrencies apart from NFTs?
12.10.2023
The rapid adoption of digital assets resonates with every industry with each passing day, and the trend will continue to go up incessantly. Today’s two most popular forms of digital assets include cryptocurrencies and NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), which are increasingly used by a maximum number...
US lawmakers urge IRS to implement crypto tax reporting requirements before 2026
11.10.2023
The crypto tax reporting requirements proposed by the IRS in August are currently scheduled to go into effect in 2026 — according to 7 senators, that isn't soon enough
State Securities Regulators Support SEC in Lawsuit Against Crypto Exchange Coinbase
11.10.2023
A group uniting regional securities regulators in North America has backed the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in its Coinbase lawsuit. The move goes against arguments in favor of adopting dedicated rules for crypto assets in the United States as opposed to implementing existing...