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US authorities launch page to notify FTX's victims about SBF's case
6.1.2023
According to the court filing, the number of victims in the FTX case made it “impractical” to rely on more traditional methods of notification
US With Highest Number of Closed Bitcoin ATMs in Negative Growth Year
6.1.2023
The number of ATMs supporting digital currencies has fallen around the world over the course of a turbulent year for the whole industry. According to a new report, the United States has lost more machines offering crypto teller services than any other country, while Australia tops the chart...
ECB’s Fabio Panetta: Unbacked Cryptos Are a ‘Vehicle for Gambling’ Lacking ‘Intrinsic Value’
6.1.2023
Fabio Panetta, part of the Executive Committee of the European Central Bank (ECB), believes that unbacked cryptocurrency assets are vehicles for gambling without intrinsic value, which need to be regulated. In an opinion piece, Panetta states that while cryptocurrency regulation is a good answer...
US authorities are turning their attention to FTX's Nishad Singh: Report
5.1.2023
FTX's bankruptcy filings show a $543-million loan to Nishad Singh and he was reportedly a part of the secret 'wirefraud' chat group
US authorities to intensify scrutiny of crypto industry in 2023
5.1.2023
The SEC, FASB, and IRS are working to tighten crypto regulations and expand industry oversight
US senator behind efforts to pass major crypto bill won't seek re-election
5.1.2023
Senator Debbie Stabenow was one of the lawmakers behind introducing the Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act in August
FTX's former top lawyer cooperated with the US in Sam Bankman-Fried case
5.1.2023
FTX’s former compliance chief Daniel Friedberg started working for Sam Bankman-Fried in 2017 and resigned from FTX days before the exchange collapsed
US Congress investigations into FTX are in limbo without a House Speaker
4.1.2023
With no leadership elected to the House of Representatives, efforts to address fraud allegations at FTX or legislate crypto may be delayed indefinitely
World Economic Forum Believes Crypto Will Remain Key Technology
4.1.2023
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has reviewed what happened in 2022 in crypto, making several predictions about the future of the ecosystem. Dante Disparte, CSO of Circle, in an article published for the WEF, states that while 2022 has been a terrible year, the building blocks of the industry will...
3 reasons why it could be a rocky week for Bitcoin, Ethereum and altcoins
3.1.2023
BTC volatility is at a record low, inflows to spot markets remain muted and this week’s economic calendar suggests that volatility is set to rock the crypto market
Sam Bankman-Fried's legal team warns of 'harassment and threats' to parents in latest court filing
3.1.2023
Two unidentified parties are planning to act as sureties for Sam Bankman-Fried's bail, and his legal team wants to ensure they stay that way
New year, same old troubles — The FTX saga continues in 2023: Law Decoded, Dec. 26-Jan. 2
2.1.2023
Having been granted the opportunity to enjoy Christmas and the New Year with his family, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has very few reasons for optimism in 2023
US lawmakers could consider stock trading ban in next session of Congress
2.1.2023
All members of Congress are already required to report most investments in stocks and cryptocurrency, but many have pointed to potential conflicts of interest
Trouble brewing for the US: Two-thirds of TradFi expects a 2023 recession
2.1.2023
Recent research from major financial institutions tied to the Federal Reserve sees the U.S. facing a “shallow” or “mild” recession in 2023
Valkyrie Reveals Intention to Sponsor Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust as GBTC Discount to NAV Widens
1.1.2023
Valkyrie Investments, a Tennessee-based asset manager, has announced its intention to become the new sponsor of Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC). The company states that it is “uniquely qualified” for the role and plans to facilitate redemptions at net asset value (NAV) through...
US lawmakers under pressure following FTX collapse: Report
31.12.2022
In response to FTX's fall, United States lawmakers are reevaluating the crypto industry's regulatory needs for 2023
Sam Bankman-Fried to reportedly plead not guilty to criminal charges
31.12.2022
Following a court hearing on Dec. 22, SBF was released on bail and is slated to appear on court on Jan.3 before U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan in Manhattan
Financial Giant Fidelity Files Trademarks for Crypto, NFT, and Metaverse Products
31.12.2022
Fidelity Investments, a major financial services firm with $10 trillion in assets under administration, has filed several trademark applications for a wide range of cryptocurrency, non-fungible token (NFT), and metaverse products and services. Fidelity’s Crypto and Metaverse Trademark...
Report: R&B Artist Akon Denies Claims His Crypto City Dream Is Crumbling
27.12.2022
Senegalese-American artist, Akon, reportedly reassured participants in his so-called token of appreciation (TOA) that they will be reimbursed for donations. To back this promise, the singer reportedly claimed he is even willing to do “a world tour just to pay them all back.” Akon...
Banking Giant HSBC Files Trademarks for a Wide Range of Digital Currency and Metaverse Products
27.12.2022
Banking giant HSBC has filed trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a wide range of digital currency products and services, including those related to the metaverse and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). HSBC’s Trademark Applications for Crypto-Related...