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UK crime agency scouts for seasoned crypto investigators
26.7.2023
The ideal candidate to join the National Crime Agency will be an existing member of the police staff who is a certified accredited financial investigator (AFI)
Binance, CZ to Seek Dismissal of CFTC Complaint
26.7.2023
Crypto exchange Binance and its founder and CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) plan to seek the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). On July 27, the trading platform is due to submit its response to the CFTC complaint alleging that it broke derivatives laws...
CFTC charges Tennessee couple over 'Blessings of God Thru Crypto’ scheme
26.7.2023
Despite having no trading experience a Tennessee couple convinced 100 people to hand over their money for a uniquely named crypto investment pool
Namibia signs crypto exchange regulation bill into law
26.7.2023
The law will officially enter into force at a date determined by Namibia’s Ministry of Finance
Deloitte, Chainalysis alliance to give law enforcement a crypto edge
26.7.2023
Big Four accounting firm Deloitte said the partnership could help authorities identify and take down bad actors hiding "behind the keyboard."
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Awaits Its Spot ETF in Absence of a Macro Catalyst: Crypto CEO
26.7.2023
PLUS: At least one bitcoin price indicator suggests that BTC may be turning slightly upward soon, writes a CoinDesk analyst, while Tribe Capital's managing partner sees a DeFi "resurgence."
KuCoin denies mass layoffs, says cuts are part of 'normal' operations
26.7.2023
KuCoin has shut down rumors that it would be laying off 30% of its workforce but admitted there may be some "personnel adjustments" in the future
Bitcoin Stuck Below $30K Before Likely Fed Rate Hike, While DOGE Spikes 9%
26.7.2023
Except for the popular meme coin, which was recently up more than 10%, the largest cryptos by market cap were largely unchanged over the past 24 hours as investors awaited a likely 25 basis point increase from the U.S. central bank
Mashinsky's Arrest, Ripple Ruling, Etc.
26.7.2023
I was on vacation for the last week-and-a-half but before I left, I sent a list of things to watch for to my colleagues that in hindsight, was wholly inadequate. Anyway, here's my effort to catch up
Putin Signs Digital Ruble Law Allowing CBDC Payments in Russia
26.7.2023
President Vladimir Putin has signed into law a bill on the introduction of the digital ruble in the Russian Federation. The new legislation, which legalizes and regulates the use of Bank of Russia’s digital currency for payments and other transactions, will enter into force on Aug. 1. President...
Binance Research's H1 2023 Report: A Positive Note in Challenging Times for Crypto
25.7.2023
Binance's 120-page "Half-Year Report 2023 July 2023," released on July 20, provides insights into the current state of the crypto market, almost two years after its peak in late 2021.
Despite facing challenges in the first half of the year, the crypto industry has demonstrated resilience, with...
As Apecoin hype fades, crypto whales flock to Polkadot & Borroe
25.7.2023
The crypto world is extremely volatile and unpredictable; some projects never live enough to see the light at the end of the tunnel. ApeCoin (APE), for instance, which had generated hype among investors, is rapidly losing ground to new projects with greater room for growth. Meanwhile, Polkadot...
Ripple vs. SEC — Respite for a Beleaguered Industry
25.7.2023
On July 13, 2023, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) finally issued an order in the infamous case brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against the payment settlement system and currency exchange, Ripple Labs, Inc. (Ripple). District Judge Analisa...
Best Crypto to Buy Now 25 July – Maker, GMX, Trust Wallet
25.7.2023
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan made a resolute statement today that could be a boon to crypto markets, reiterating the country's ambition to be at the forefront of Web3 innovation.
His remarks coincided with news that leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance plans to launch operations...
Crypto's Early Innovator Turns Advocate for Compliance: The Charlie Shrem Saga
25.7.2023
Charlie Shrem – founder of the fallen Bitcoin (BTC) exchange Bitshrem – has pivoted to being a voice for regulatory compliance after being jailed for crypto violations eight years ago.
The exchange co-founder is now a general partner at Druid Ventures, an early-stage crypto VC firm providing...
Wall Street Grapples with Crypto Custody: Nasdaq's Decision Sparks Activity
25.7.2023
A decision by the Nasdaq stock exchange to shelf its plans to launch a crypto custody service has led other US firms to also reconsider their planned push into crypto.
Following the Nasdaq news, major investment bank Citigroup is now also taking time to rethink its approach to crypto, with...
Crypto Startups Secure $201.4M in Funding: Futureverse and RISC Zero Lead the Way
25.7.2023
Last week, venture capital and investment firms invested $201.4 million in crypto projects, with metaverse startup Futureverse and RISC Zero receiving the largest fundraises.
Eleven companies recently announced funding rounds, with two standout raises. Metaverse startup Futureverse secured...
Top Crypto Gainers on DEXTools Today – X, KITE, SHAUN
25.7.2023
Broader cryptocurrency markets remain subdued, with bitcoin (BTC) trading just above $29,000 and ether (ETH) still in the mid-$1,800s ahead of the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy announcement on Wednesday.
Given the lack of good trading opportunities in blue-chip names, degens continue to parse...
Crypto Firm Flashbots Raises $60M in Paradigm-Led Round
25.7.2023
The new capital will help develop the SUAVE decentralized platform for maximal extractable value (MEV)
Elon Musk’s Twitter Overhaul Could Be Huge for DOGE and Crypto Generally
25.7.2023
“Elon clearly has an affinity for DOGE, almost as part of a running joke, but I wouldn’t be surprised if he actually went through with enabling payments via DOGE.”