Australia’s ASIC fines Kraken operator Bit Trade $5M for regulatory breaches

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has fined Bit Trade—the operator behind the Kraken exchange—$5 million for unlawfully issuing a credit facility, according to a Dec. 12 statement. дальше »

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Australia fines Kraken operator $5 million for non-compliance

Kraken operator in Australia Bit Trade will pay a $5. 1 million fine for non-compliance with regulatory requirements. The Australian Securities and Investment Commission accused the crypto platform of offering a credit facilty that did not comply with regulations. дальше »

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Australia fines Kraken’s operator $5m for unlawful credit facility

Kraken’s Australian entity, Bit Trade, is facing a multi-million fine for failing to comply with rules requiring a target market determination for its margin extension product. The Australian operator of the Kraken crypto exchange, Bit Trade, has been fined AUD… дальше »

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SEC nets record $8.2B in fines, Australia considers crypto tax framework: Law Decoded

The SEC reported an unprecedented $8.2 billion in fiscal penalties, mainly due to Terraform Labs’ record $4.47 billion settlement. дальше »

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FIU investing Upbit for what could be the largest KYC scandals in crypto history

South Korea’s FIU investigating Upbit for failing to verify 500,000–600,000 accounts properly. Upbit could face billions in fines for KYC violations under South Korea’s laws. The exchange’s license renewal is delayed as the FIU scrutinizes possible illegal activity. дальше »

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Upbit license renewal on hold after authorities uncover 500k suspected KYC violations

South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit reportedly found 500,000 to 600,000 potential KYC violations on Upbit, the largest crypto exchange in the nation. KYC violations of this scale could lead to fines and possible license renewal issues. According to a report… дальше »

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Nigerian Court fines two crypto firms over illegal USDT to naira transaction

Nigerian authorities have fined two crypto firms $30,000 for conducting USDT to naira transactions without a license. According to local Nigerian media outlet Nairametrics, the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted two crypto companies, Egomsinachi Road Autos Limited and Chimera… дальше »

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New industry billionaires: US regulators received over $32b from crypto companies

U.S. regulators have imposed $32 billion in fines on crypto companies to resolve compliance disputes. Who did they make the most money from? Of the total, a record $19.45 billion came in 2024. This is due to the $12.7 billion… дальше »

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Dubai's VARA Fines, Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders Against 7 Crypto Entities

Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) issued cease-and-desist orders and accompanying fines to seven entities for operating without the required licenses and breaching marketing regulations. дальше »

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Discord blocked in Russia for failing to meet content law requirements

Russia fines and blocks Discord for failing to comply with laws aimed at preventing illegal online activities. The post Discord blocked in Russia for failing to meet content law requirements appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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SEC charges Mango DAO for unregistered crypto token sales

SEC resolves case with Mango DAO and Blockworks for unregistered MNGO token sales, imposing fines and operational restrictions. The post SEC charges Mango DAO for unregistered crypto token sales appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Brazil lifts freeze on Starlink, X accounts after $3M fine payment

The fines are tied to a legal dispute involving X’s failure to comply with court orders in the country. 

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Turkey’s $200 limit on cash payments: What does it mean for crypto?

Should the Turkish government pass new amendments, all cash payments above $205 would be subject to fines of 10%.

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Crypto Crackdown: SEC Fines Hit $4.68 Billion In Aggressive Regulatory Push

The US Securities and Exchange Commission is hogging the headlines after a report disclosed that it had attained a record crackdown on the crypto industry: Fines it imposed on crypto firms leaped to a record $4. дальше »

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Record $4.68 billion fines mark SEC’s toughest year on crypto

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) imposed $4. 68 billion in fines against crypto companies in 2024, marking the most aggressive regulatory year in the agency’s history, according to a report by Social Capital Markets. дальше »

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SEC crypto fines spiked 3,018% in one year

The SEC’s aggressive digital asset enforcement actions have netted billions in settlements, the bulk of which occurred this year. Since the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission extended its oversight to the nascent crypto industry in 2013, civil penalties levied against… дальше »

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Ripple Seeks To Pause Fines As Legal Battle With The US SEC Continues

In a significant turn of events, a stay of the monetary penalties has been requested by the behemoth payment firm Ripple Labs as its lengthy legal dispute with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to unfold. дальше »

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Binance pays $2.25M fine, returns to India - Impact on BNB?

The Binance exchange has paid $2. 25 million in fines over non-compliance with Indian regulatory requirements. As a result, the Binance URL is now accessible in India once again. After a longThe post Binance pays $2. дальше »

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Elon Musk’s X could face $200M EU fines over alleged DSA violations: Law Decoded

Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, is under scrutiny for alleged DSA violations, with potential fines reaching $200 million.

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Lithuania fines crypto firm Payeer €9.3m over sanctions and AML violations

Payeer faces record fines for facilitating transactions with Russian users in violation of international sanctions and anti-money laundering regulations. дальше »

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Canada to sanction LiquiTrade for Securities Act violation

The BCSC finds LiquiTrade guilty of running an illegal exchange, which could result in sanctions ranging from fines to a ban.

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Italy considers $5.4m in penalties for crypto insider trading: report

Italy is reportedly considering increasing fines for crypto crimes as part of measures to reduce market manipulations. Italy‘s government is mulling tougher penalties for those who manipulate the crypto market, Reuters has learned, citing a draft decree. The proposed legislation,… дальше »

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Italy to Increase Surveillance of Crypto Market With Fines as High as 5M Euros: Reuters

Italy is set to adopt measures that will include high fines for those who manipulate the crypto asset market as part of a wider scheme to beef up surveillance of risks tied to the sector. дальше »

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Ripple's Top Lawyer: SEC Is "Raging"

Stuart Alderoty, Ripple's top lawyer, has lambasted the SEC's most recent response in the long-standing dispute over the size of penalties and fines дальше »

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US court issues final judgement against Terraform Labs, Do Kwon, imposes $4.5 billion in fines

The US District Court for the Southern District of New York has issued a final judgment against Terraform Labs and its co-founder Do Kwon, in the high-profile case filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). дальше »

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Hawaii’s Kauai Police warn of crypto scammers extorting fines as law enforcement

Law enforcement authorities in Hawaii’s Kauai island have issued a warning about scammers posing as law enforcement to defraud cryptocurrency users. According to the recent alert, the scammers employ deceptive tactics, calling the victims and falsely claiming they have an… дальше »

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Abu Dhabi Prohibits Crypto Mining on Farms

Abu Dhabi bans crypto mining on farms to preserve land integrity, imposing fines up to AED 10,000. UAE still ranks high in global Bitcoin mining. The post Abu Dhabi Prohibits Crypto Mining on Farms appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Terraform Labs, founder Do Kwon likely face $5.3 billion fines on the two year anniversary of the crisis

Terraform ecosystem’s sister tokens LUNA and UST collapse was preceded by founder Do Kwon’s tweet stating that he is deploying more capital. The tweet did not age well, two years post the crisis, Terraform Labs and founder Do Kwon are faced with $5. дальше »

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Canadian regulator fines Binance $4.4m for money laundering violations

FINTRAC has imposed a substantial fine on cryptocurrency exchange Binance for allegedly violating anti-money laundering regulations. дальше »

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Ripple’s proposed stablecoin is an ‘unregistered crypto asset’ — SEC

The SEC calls Ripple's proposed stablecoin an "unregistered crypto asset" in its court battle over XRP sales, seeking almost $2 billion in fines. The post Ripple’s proposed stablecoin is an ‘unregistered crypto asset’ — SEC appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Do Kwon's Huge Fine Shows the SEC Is Ratcheting Up Penalties Against Crypto Firms

Suggested fines the securities watchdog suggested for Terraform Labs and Ripple are out-of-line with what it has collected from crypto firms in the past. дальше »

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SEC seeks $5.3b in penalty from Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon

Regulators in the United States are seeking $5.3 billion in fines from Terraform Labs and its co-founder, Do Kwon, following a verdict in its civil case. According to an April 19 filing with the U.S. District Court for the Southern… дальше »

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SEC seeking $5.3 billion in fines from Terraform Labs, Do Kwon

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants nearly $5. 3 billion in fines from Terraform Labs and its former CEO, Do Kwon for violations of the US securities laws and charges of fraud. The agency detailed its requested fines in an April 19 legal filing. дальше »

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Do Kwon, Terraform Labs Should Get $5.3B Fine, SEC Tells Court

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has asked a New York court to impose $5.3 billion in fines on Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon for their role in the $40 billion implosion of the Terra ecosystem in 2022. дальше »

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Ripple challenges SEC’s $2 billion fine, proposes $10 million settlement instead

Crypto company Ripple has responded to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) pursuit of nearly $2 billion in fines by advocating for a different approach. In a court filing dated April 22, Ripple proposed that the Court reject the SEC’s demands and instead impose a civil penalty not exceeding $10 million. дальше »

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Changpeng Zhao named wealthiest man in crypto industry— Here’s why

Changpeng Zhao continues to lead Forbes’ list of cryptocurrency billionaires. How did he build his fortune? Changpeng Zhao has remained one of the wealthiest people for several years, even with legal issues and billions in fines in 2023. In early… дальше »

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XRP whales enter $170M selling spree as SEC fines Ripple $2B

XRP whale investors have offloaded $170M since SEC slammed a $2 billion fine on Ripple labs in late March. Here's how the price could react дальше »

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XRP, Monero face hurdles while Rebel Satoshi’s presale excites investors

As the SEC debates fines and restrictions on institutional sales of Ripple (XRP), Monero (XMR) experiences a downturn below $140, while Rebel Satoshi's RBLZ coin is poised for exponential growth amidst a surging meme coin market. #partnercontent дальше »

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Huge Blow For Ripple As SEC Seeks Mammoth $2 Billion Fines In Final XRP Judgement

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SEC v. Ripple: Key Details from $2 Billion Motion for Remedies

The SEC has outlined the key reasons why Ripple should face massive fines and penalties дальше »

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Ripple execs reveal SEC seeking $2 billion in fines, say regulator has ‘become unhinged’

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and CLO Stuart Alderoty have revealed that the SEC is seeking a staggering $2 billion in fines and penalties. According to the company’s executives, the fines have been proposed in a court filing that will be unsealed on March 26. дальше »

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Garlinghouse Says SEC to Press Judge for $2B in Fines and Penalties in Ripple Case

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly asking a New York judge to levy a $2 billion judgment against Ripple Labs, according to social media posts from the crypto company’s CEO and chief legal officer on Monday. дальше »

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US SEC seeks $2 billion in fines and penalties from Ripple

US SEC will be asking the Judge to impose a hefty fine of $2 billion on Ripple The penalty request is made concerning the institutional sale of XRP, which the Judge found was a breach of law The post US SEC seeks $2 billion in fines and penalties from Ripple appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Bitcoin retests $64k as spot BTC ETFs hit record volumes, Nigeria fines Binance $10b, Musk sues OpenAI’s Sam Altman | Weekly Recap

Last week saw a major price uptick that led to Bitcoin (BTC) retesting $64,000 as spot BTC ETFs recorded all-time high volumes. Meanwhile, Nigeria fined Binance $10 billion over allegations of currency manipulation and Elon Musk sued OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. дальше »

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Nigeria fines Binance $10b in forex-rate manipulation probe

Binance faces another hefty fine following $4.3 billion paid to U.S. authorities as part of a plea settlement with the Department of Justice. дальше »

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Nigeria reportedly considers $10 billion Binance fine over illegal transactions and registration

The Nigerian government is reportedly considering imposing fines of up to $10 billion on Binance. Local media outlets reported that Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the Nigerian president, said the exchange profited from facilitating illegal transactions in the African country while the nation suffered huge losses. дальше »

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SEC fines Van Eck $1.75m over influencer’s role in ETF launch

The U.S. SEC has imposed a hefty $1.75 million civil penalty on prominent investment adviser Van Eck Associates Corporation. дальше »

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Here's how BNB reacted to Binance's settlement with CFTC

According to a recent ruling, Binance is set to pay a total of $2.7 billion in fines. CZ will also pay $150 million in fines. There has been an update on the legal proceedings involving BinaThe post Here's how BNB reacted to Binance's settlement with CFTC appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Switzerland City Lugano Bullish on Crypto, Accepts Bitcoin for Taxes. Everlodge to Incorporate AI Within Ecosystem

Switzerland city Lugano has now enabled taxpayers the opportunity to use the Bitcoin (BTC) cryptocurrency to pay for taxes, fines, and all other invoices from the municipality. In a statement published on Dec. дальше »

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Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Pleads Guilty, Steps Down

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, founder and CEO of Binance, has pleaded guilty in a Seattle court to several violations, stepped down from this position, and to pay substantial fines alongside the company itself дальше »

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