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Crypto Trading Crucial to Virtual Asset Ecosystem, Says Hong Kong SFC Chief
25.6.2023
Cryptocurrency trading is an important part of the virtual asset ecosystem, according to Julia Leung Fung-yee, CEO of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong.
In a recent speech, Leung said the city-state recognizes the importance of crypto trading, adding that it welcomes...
End of an Era: Over 4 Years Pass Without Self-Proclaimed Satoshis
25.6.2023
Satoshi Nakamoto, a captivating figure in the world of cryptocurrencies, remains an enigma, intriguing both crypto enthusiasts and experts. Numerous individuals have stepped forward over the years, proclaiming themselves as the elusive creator of Bitcoin. However, none of them have succeeded...
Crypto Market Rises by $30B in 48 Hours — Bitcoin Cash Leads With 88% Weekly Gain
25.6.2023
On Sunday, June 25, the cryptocurrency market experienced a modest increase in value, climbing from $1.21 trillion two days prior to its current value of $1.24 trillion. Bitcoin has surged 15% in the past week, while ethereum has risen over 10% against the U.S. dollar. Furthermore, numerous other...
Crypto Firm Wintermute Entangled in Lawsuit Against Celsius Network
25.6.2023
Creditors of the bankrupt landing firm Celsius have amended their lawsuit to include Wintermute.
Plaintiffs in the class-action lawsuit against Celsius Network have now alleged that Wintermute helped the crypto lending firm in wash trading.
The new court filing shows Wintermute Trading Ltd as...
Garlinghouse: SEC Official Received ‘Millions’ From Vested Interests, Tradfi Heavyweight Crypto Exchange EDX Launches, Peter Schiff on USD Decline — Week in Review
25.6.2023
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently asserted that former SEC Division of Corporation Finance Director William Hinman “received millions of dollars of payments from his law firm” which had a vested interest in a well-known 2018 speech given by the then SEC official. In other news, crypto exchange...
Banking Giants Crédit Agricole, Santander Seek to Provide Crypto Custody Under French Registration
25.6.2023
A subsidiary co-owned by Crédit Agricole and Santander has registered as a digital asset service provider in France. The registration of Caceis, a company that specializes in offering financial services to institutional investors, allows the two major European banks to tap into the crypto market....
Binance Forced to Stop Providing Crypto Services in Belgium by Financial Regulator
25.6.2023
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The financial regulator in Belgium, the Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) had forced the cryptocurrency exchange Binance to halt its services in the country alleging that the exchange has violated the law by serving Belgian customers from countries...
$794K SIM swap hacker PlugwalkJoe sentenced to five years in prison
25.6.2023
The hacker managed to steal $794,000 worth of crypto from an exchange via a SIM swap attack on an exec, but ultimately he didn’t cover his tracks well
Robert Kiyosaki Shares Simple Way to Tell if Economy Is in Recession
25.6.2023
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has shared a very simple way of telling whether an economy is in a recession. “There is a lot of hot air about ‘Are we in a recession or not.’ The answer is simple,” the famous author claimed. Robert Kiyosaki on How to Tell if We’re in...
Binance’s ‘Provocative’ Motion Against SEC Could Expedite Criminal Charges, Warns Former SEC Official
25.6.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s former head of internet enforcement has warned that Binance’s recent motion accusing the regulator of ethical violations could expedite criminal charges against the crypto exchange. “Binance’s motion is provocative and Binance’s...
3 reasons why DigiToads, Aave, & Hedera are poised to 10x in 2023
24.6.2023
Cryptocurrency markets, while renowned for their volatility, are also avenues of exponential growth. In particular, certain assets exhibit potential beyond market averages, making them top crypto coins for prospective gains. In the current landscape, DigiToads (TOADS), Aave (AAVE), and Hedera...
Blending crypto & AI: Is InQubeta a superior value proposition to IOTA & Hellium IOT?
24.6.2023
As the world becomes more digitized, industries like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are quickly gaining popularity and adoption. Amongst these, AI is a more novel and disruptive industry, meaning InQubeta (QUBE), a project combining cryptocurrency with AI, is expected...
Crypto trading is an important part of the virtual asset ecosystem, says Hong Kong's SFC chief
24.6.2023
According to the CEO of Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission, Julia Leung Fung-yee, incorporating virtual assets into the regulatory system was crucial after FTX bankruptcy
$30K to $50K — 6 AI-Powered Chatbots Attempt to Predict Bitcoin’s Price by the Year’s End
24.6.2023
With bitcoin price up more than 15% against the U.S. dollar, people are more bullish about the leading crypto asset’s market performance. Two weeks ago, Bitcoin.com News asked several AI-powered chatbots whether they believe bitcoin will become a reserve currency. This time, we posed...
Aussie Crypto Scammers Charged in $5.5 Million Fraud Case, $600K Ferrari Among Seized Luxury Vehicles
24.6.2023
Authorities in Australia have charged two individuals accused of operating a cryptocurrency scam that defrauded two companies of $5.5 million. Luxury vehicles worth $2.7 million including a $600,000 Ferrari have been seized by law enforcement. Ferrari Seized From Car Dealer Australian authorities...
Bitget Celebrates Messi’s Birthday with Graffiti Wall in His Hometown
24.6.2023
PRESS RELEASE. VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 24, 2023 — Bitget, top crypto derivatives and copy trading platform, is honoring its official partner and soccer legend Lionel Messi’s birthday on June 24 in a unique and artistic manner. As a gesture of appreciation, Bitget has commissioned...
Prison Time, Scam Entity, ETF Attempts, Mini FBI and 20 Crypto Jokes
24.6.2023
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Winklevoss Twins Rail Against US SEC’s Anti-Crypto Stance: ‘It Does Not Feel Like America, It Feels Like Venezuela’
24.6.2023
The Winklevoss twins, founders of Gemini, a U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, have criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its perceived anti-crypto stance and recent enforcement actions. In a recent interview, the Winklevoss twins commented that the regulatory...
Mainstream media challenge decision to protect FTX customers: Report
24.6.2023
Legal representatives of the media outlets have reportedly argued that FTX is not entitled to a “novel and sweeping exception” just because its customers used cryptocurrency
Celsius creditors allege Wintermute facilitated 'wash trading': Report
24.6.2023
It was alleged that Celsius executives engaged Wintermute to conduct wash trading to “fraudulently" manipulate trading volumes on the Celsius platform