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‘Midnight Massacre:’ SEC Crackdown on Crypto Staking Services Prompts Speculation of Further Enforcement Actions
10.2.2023
On Feb. 9, 2023, the cryptocurrency community learned of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) crackdown on staking services. The SEC fined Kraken, a cryptocurrency exchange, $30 million for offering an “unregistered offering” related to its U.S. staking service....
SEC enforcement against Kraken opens doors for Lido, Frax and Rocket Pool
10.2.2023
Kraken has put an end to staking as a service and Coinbse could eventually be forced to follow suit. Will this create opportunities for LDO, FXS and RPL?
Binance upgrades Proof of Reserves verification to include zk-SNARKs
10.2.2023
The zk-SNARKs upgrade promises to significantly improve the security and transparency of the verification process
Bit2Me and Mastercard launch debit card with crypto cashback
10.2.2023
The new debit card builds on technology already in place in the existing Bit2Me crypto card, but this time, card holders are eligible for up to 9% crypto cashback
Argentina Mulls Inclusion of Proof-of-Solvency Requirements in Crypto Regulation
10.2.2023
Regulators in Argentina are mulling the inclusion of stringent requirements in their next cryptocurrency regulatory framework. According to reports, institutions like the national securities regulator, the CNV, will be studying the inclusion of proof-of-solvency requirements for exchanges...
Bitzlato co-founder released from brief arrest and questioning: Report
10.2.2023
The co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange Bitzlato was briefly detained for questioning in Moscow at the request of Interpol, after which he was released
3AC and CoinFLEX launch website, waitlist for crypto claims exchange
9.2.2023
The exchange will allow crypto bankruptcy claims to be traded, according to an official Twitter announcement
Kraken Winds Down Staking Program, Pays $30 Million to Settle Unregistered Offering of Staking Services Case With SEC
9.2.2023
Kraken, a U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, has agreed to wind down its cryptocurrency staking program as part of an arrangement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to settle for the unregistered offer of its staking services. The exchange will also pay $30 million...
Kraken is facing an SEC probe Regarding unregistered securities
9.2.2023
Kraken, the popular crypto exchange, is facing a probe by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) The regulator has filed the probe to ascertain whether Kraken broke securities rules. The SEC is assessing the unregistered securities offered by Kraken during the advanced stage. It can even lead...
Bitzlato Co-Founder Anton Shkurenko Arrested in Russia, Report
9.2.2023
Russian authorities have reportedly arrested the second co-founder of seized cryptocurrency exchange Bitzlato. The man, who recently promised to restore the platform’s operations from Russia, was detained at the request of Interpol and may face extradition to France. Another Co-Founder...
As Bitcoin nears $25K, questions about rally’s sustainability remain
9.2.2023
Analysts seem to be divided as to whether a bull run is now in session despite many key indicators suggesting the same
Former Coinbase product manager pleads guilty in insider trading case
7.2.2023
United States prosecutors have labeled this as the first insider trading case in cryptocurrency
Binance to support users in Turkey’s earthquake region with $100 airdrops in BNB tokens
7.2.2023
According to Binance CEO ‘CZ’, Binance is working on more efforts to help
Avalanche (AVAX) price is up, but do fundamentals support the rally?
7.2.2023
AVAX price has been in a strong rally since the start of 2023, but a sustained uptick in its DeFi components is needed in order to sustain the current bullish momentum
Crypto exchanges tackle insider trading after recent convictions
7.2.2023
The first-ever case of crypto insider trading highlights the need for reforms from exchanges to keep track of their employee’s trade activities
Binance.com temporarily restricts US bank transfers from February 8
7.2.2023
Binance.com recently announced a temporary suspension on all USD bank transfers. The development is expected to impact only a small portion of users. The news was shared on the official Twitter channel of Binance. As per the tweets, every other method of trading crypto will remain active. Given...
Binance launches Binance Tax in France
7.2.2023
Binance offers a huge relief to crypto traders, especially day traders who deal with thousands of transactions every year. The launch of Binance Tax in France gives customers a tool to calculate their crypto tax liabilities with absolute convenience. The aim is to streamline tax reporting...
Gemini to pump $100 million into Genesis for its bankruptcy recovery
7.2.2023
Earn users have seen a fall that no one expected. Their holdings are stuck with withdrawals halted by – now a bankrupt venture – Genesis. Gemini appears to be coming to the rescue of the Earn users by announcing its plan to pump $100 million into Genesis for bankruptcy recovery....
Binance Halting US Dollar Deposits and Withdrawals via Bank Accounts
7.2.2023
Global crypto exchange Binance is suspending deposits and withdrawals in U.S. dollars via bank accounts starting Wednesday as more and more banking institutions try to reduce their exposure to the crypto market. “We are working hard to restart service as soon as possible,” Binance said....
Crypto ad deals for Super Bowl LVII fell apart after FTX collapse: Report
6.2.2023
There had reportedly been a few deals for crypto commercials in this year's Super Bowl that fell apart following the collapse of FTX, but at least one project is giving away NFTs