Ex-South Korean Lawmaker Sentenced to Six Months for Concealing Cryptocurrency Assets

A former South Korean legislator from the Democratic Party received a six-month prison term for deliberately withholding significant cryptocurrency holdings from his mandatory financial disclosures, in a case that has drawn fresh scrutiny to the transparency standards for public officials in one of Asia’s major economies. дальше »

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Ohio lawmaker pushes for state-backed Bitcoin reserve

Ohio proposes the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act to hedge against dollar devaluation by investing in Bitcoin as a state reserve asset. The post Ohio lawmaker pushes for state-backed Bitcoin reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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South Korean prosecutors seek 6 months for lawmaker who allegedly hid crypto

National Assembly member Kim Nam-kuk left South Korea’s Democratic Party in 2023 after allegations of cashing out $4 million in crypto holdings. дальше »

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Ohio becomes latest state to propose Bitcoin treasury to protect funds from US dollar devaluation

Ohio lawmaker Derek Merrin introduced a groundbreaking bill to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve within the state treasury, according to a Dec. 17 statement. The proposed legislation, known as the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act, seeks to empower the state treasurer with the authority to invest in Bitcoin, aligning with the growing trend of adopting it […] The post Ohio becomes latest state to propose Bitcoin treasury to protect funds from US dollar devaluation appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Ohio Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Create a State-Backed Bitcoin Reserve

Ohio House Bill 703 proposes a Bitcoin reserve to protect state funds from devaluation, joining a global trend in crypto-driven financial strategies. The post Ohio Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Create a State-Backed Bitcoin Reserve appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Ohio lawmaker proposes Bitcoin Reserve Bill, sparks debate on crypto adoption

Ohio is making waves in cryptocurrency adoption with a proposed bill to establish a Bitcoin reserve. Introduced by State Representative Wes Goodman, the bill could make Ohio the first U. S. дальше »

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Former South Korean lawmaker gets 6-months in jail for lying about cryptocurrency assets

Ex-member of South Korea’s Democratic Party imprisoned for concealing 10 billion won in cryptocurrency assets. Kim Nam-kook, a former legislator for the Democratic Party of Korea, was found guilty of hiding cryptocurrency holdings while he was a member of the… дальше »

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Ohio lawmaker Derek Merrin introduces Bill to create state Bitcoin Reserve

A proposed legislation in Ohio seeks to incorporate Bitcoin into its financial plan. Derek Merrin, the Leader of the Ohio House Republicans, introduced the bill.  дальше »

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Ohio lawmaker introduces Bitcoin reserve bill allowing state to buy BTC

Ohio has become the third US state behind Texas and Pennsylvania to see bills introduced to establish Bitcoin reserves as part of the state’s treasury. дальше »

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European Lawmaker Pushes For National Bitcoin Reserve, Cites El Salvador’s Resounding Success

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Japanese Lawmaker Satoshi Yamada Pushes for Strategic Bitcoin Reserves

Japanese lawmaker Satoshi Yamada has called on the government to consider adopting Bitcoin as part of its foreign exchange reserves, joining a growing global conversation about cryptocurrency's role in national financial strategies. дальше »

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Japanese Lawmaker Makes Push For Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

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Japan Lawmakers Calls for Adoption of Bitcoin Reserves and DOGE Policy Innovation

Japanese lawmaker Satoshi Yamada has formally questioned the government on converting part of the country’s foreign reserves into cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The post Japan Lawmakers Calls for Adoption of Bitcoin Reserves and DOGE Policy Innovation appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Japanese lawmaker urges consideration of Bitcoin reserve in light of US efforts

Japanese lawmaker Satoshi Hamada has called on the government to explore the possibility of integrating Bitcoin (BTC) into its foreign exchange reserves, emphasizing its potential as a strategic asset amid growing global interest in crypto adoption. дальше »

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Japanese lawmaker ‘Satoshi’ questions gov’t plans for Bitcoin reserve

Satoshi Yamada asked the Japanese government whether it could "convert part of its foreign exchange reserves" into Bitcoin or another token. дальше »

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Texas lawmaker proposes state-managed Bitcoin reserve for financial stability

Texas lawmakers have introduced a bill to establish a state-managed Bitcoin reserve, aiming to explore the potential role of crypto in public finance. Filed on Dec. 13 by Republican Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, the legislation would allow the state to collect taxes, fees, and donations in Bitcoin, with the assets held for at least five years. дальше »

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Texas lawmaker proposes bill to establish strategic Bitcoin reserve

The draft legislation suggested that Texas residents could fund the Bitcoin reserve through voluntary donations.

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Hong Kong lawmaker questions government’s stance on Bitcoin amid rising global significance

Hong Kong lawmaker Johnny Ng has questioned whether the city’s government is considering Bitcoin as part of its investment strategy. He raised these views in a Dec. 11 statement, highlighting the growing global recognition of Bitcoin and its decentralized nature despite its inherent risks. дальше »

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Russian Lawmaker Proposes Creating Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: Report

Anton Tkachev proposed "assessing the feasibility of creating a strategic BTC reserve in Russia by analogy with state reserve in traditional currencies." дальше »

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Cynthia Lummis: Laser-Eyed Lawmaker

The Wyoming senator has been a major crypto supporter since joining Congress in 2021. Now she’s the leading advocate for creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. дальше »

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Russian lawmaker proposes national Bitcoin reserve

Russian lawmaker proposes a national Bitcoin reserve to hedge against sanctions, aligning with efforts to integrate digital assets. The post Russian lawmaker proposes national Bitcoin reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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US lawmaker Michael Collins revealed to be trading meme coin Ski Mask Dog

Rep. Michael Collins disclosed meme coin trades, signaling lawmaker's active involvement in crypto markets and low-cap token investments. The post US lawmaker Michael Collins revealed to be trading meme coin Ski Mask Dog appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Crypto Cash Fueled 53 Members of the Next U.S. Congress

The Fairshake PAC flooded money into political campaigns — in one case $40 million — and the new faces join an already hefty group of lawmaker allies. дальше »

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Texas’ gold-backed coin aims to help Bitcoin adoption, says lawmaker

The Texas state-issued digital currency is projected to encourage skeptical investors to eventually try out Bitcoin one day.

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Texas taking baby steps toward strategic Bitcoin reserve: Satoshi Action Fund

Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter said a Texas lawmaker has started conversations to introduce strategic Bitcoin reserve legislation at some point in the future.  дальше »

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Lack of blockchain literacy feeds lawmaker apprehension — Lee Bratcher

According to the president of the Texas Blockchain Council, the recent election outcome brought much-needed relief for the industry. дальше »

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Democratic trifecta state rumored to introduce a Bitcoin Rights Bill

Co-founder of Satoshi Action Fund, Dennis Porter, claims a Democratic lawmaker is planning to introduce a legislation that would protect the rights of Bitcoin holders in a Democratic trifecta state, known as the Bitcoin Rights Bill. According to a post… дальше »

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US lawmaker claims crypto PACs forced out ’important voices in Congress’

Representative Summer Lee took aim at crypto-backed Super PACs funding media buys that could have contributed to two Democratic lawmakers losing their primaries. дальше »

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Lawmaker calls on CFTC to regulate election markets as Polymarket activity falters amid uncertainty

Congressman Ritchie Torres has called on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to regulate election-related prediction markets rather than blocking them. In a letter addressed to CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam, Torres urged the regulator to focus on promoting responsible innovation and working with platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket to ensure such markets are regulated rather […] The post Lawmaker calls on CFTC to regulate election markets as Polymarket activity falters amid uncertainty appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Democrat lawmaker blasts SEC’s ‘blatant abuse of power’ over crypto enforcement

Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC) has voiced strong criticism against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), accusing the agency of undermining trust in the regulatory system because of its  “regulation by enforcement” approach. дальше »

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Hong Kong lawmaker calls for legal framework to regulate DAOs

A Hong Kong lawmaker calls for a legal framework to regulate DAOs following a court ruling on a decentralized organization. Hong Kong might begin developing a regulatory framework for decentralized autonomous organizations, as lawmaker Johnny Ng Kit-chong advocates for clearer… дальше »

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Russian lawmaker pushes for Hamster Kombat ban over scam concerns

Anatoly Aksakov, the leader of Russia’s State Duma Banking Committee, has urged banning Telegram’s tap-to-earn game Hamster Kombat, saying it “manipulates” people’s minds. Russian lawmakers appear to be set to address concerns about Telegram‘s Hamster Kombat, as Anatoly Aksakov, head… дальше »

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Ripple Targets US Senator: Guess How Much The Company Shelled Out For Her Ouster?

In a big political move, John Deaton is challenging senior Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren, with a $1 million gift from blockchain company Ripple. This demonstrates the seriousness of the animosity between the lawmaker and Deaton. дальше »

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Regulatory Reboot: Hong Kong to Adjust Crypto Laws in Response to Lawmaker’s Inquiry

Hong Kong’s financial regulators are taking a measured approach to cryptocurrency regulations, responding with a constant change to market developments. Christopher Hui, the Treasury chief, recently emphasized the government’s strategy of continuously monitoring and adapting crypto-related rules to match the evolving industry. дальше »

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Bitcoin For Uncle Sam? Lawmaker Wants You To Pay Taxes In Crypto

Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz has ignited a fresh debate on the intersection of cryptocurrency and traditional finance. This week, Gaetz introduced a bill proposing Bitcoin (BTC) as a legitimate payment method for federal income taxes in the United States. дальше »

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Florida lawmaker pitches ‘Bitcoin for Taxes’ bill

A Florida lawmaker has introduced a bill that would greenlight Bitcoin as a payment method for U.S. taxes. дальше »

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Crypto Super PAC spends $2M on attack ad targeting NY lawmaker

Democratic Representative Jamaal Bowman in New York’s 16th Congressional District has voted against three pro-crypto bills in the last 30 days. дальше »

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U.S. Lawmaker at Center of Crypto Negotiation Predicts Digital Assets Law by Next Year

Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) vowed the crypto industry won't have long to wait to get U.S. regulations, now that the U.S. House of Representatives has shown the way. дальше »

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US Lawmaker Brad Sherman Express Worries About FIT21 Crypto Bill’s Approach

The cryptocurrency industry has witnessed a monumental development, following a vote to pass the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) Crypto bill. However, United States Congressman Brad Sherman has voiced concerns regarding the proposed bill, which aims to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for these digital assets. The pro-crypto bill was […] дальше »

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US lawmaker addresses House before FIT21 vote: Bill ‘will stop another FTX’

Representative Wiley Nickel called on Democrats and Republicans to support the bill to stop the SEC from “turning cryptocurrency regulation into a political football.” дальше »

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US lawmaker calls on SEC to repeal crypto custody rule ahead of Senate vote

US lawmaker Wiley Nickel has urged the Gary Gensler-led Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to repeal the Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121) before the impending Senate vote. SAB 121 requires financial institutions custodying crypto to hold these assets on their balance sheets. дальше »

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New Hampshire Lawmaker Raises Proposal to Add Bitcoin in State Reserves

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Emmer slams Gensler for ‘inconsistency, incompetence’ over SAB 121

House Republicans are gearing up to challenge the SEC’s controversial rule regarding digital asset custody, labeling it as an overreach of the agency’s authority. During a press conference on May 7, Representative Tom Emmer, a prominent Republican lawmaker, criticized SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s tenure, calling it marked by “regulatory hypocrisy, inconsistency, and incompetence. дальше »

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No plans for total crypto ban in Russia, lawmaker says

Russia is not planning to outlaw crypto turnover in the country, an official said, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting over sensational headlines. Russian lawmaker Anton Gorelkin, who serves as the deputy chairman of the State Duma Committee on Information… дальше »

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Key U.S. Lawmaker McHenry Says House Has 'Workable' Stablecoin Bill

U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) said some of the recent chaos in Congress derailed crypto legislation for a while, but a stablecoin bill is largely worked out in the House of Representatives and just needs a schedule floor vote. дальше »

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Crypto Political Group Fairshake Targets California Senate Candidate Katie Porter

The U.S. crypto industry's most prominent campaign-finance organization, Fairshake, is going after Sen. Katie Porter (D-Calif.), spending a part of its war chest to try to derail the progressive lawmaker. дальше »

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Crypto Acquisition Scandal Rocks GOP: Lawmaker Accused Of Unlawfully Obtaining Digital Assets

A recent report by Raw Story sheds light on a Republican congressman who allegedly violated a federal financial disclosure law by failing to report two crypto purchases within the required timeframe. дальше »

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$85 Million Worth of Crypto Traded by South Korean Lawmaker

South Korea's political elite, led by Rep. Kim Nam-kuk, found to be key players on crypto market дальше »

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Pro-crypto lawmaker Patrick McHenry to retire from Congress

U. S. Congressman Patrick McHenry, renowned for his role as a primary proponent of cryptocurrency in legislative circles, has decided to retire at the end of his current term in January 2025. The Congressman confirmed his impending departure in a statement released on Dec. дальше »

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Fiery Public Hearing on Digital Euro Sees Experts Diverge on Key Issues

Expert witnesses answered lawmaker questions on holding limits, impact on banking systems and privacy for an EU central bank digital currency. дальше »

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