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McHenry slams Gensler for misleading Congress about Ethereum’s classification
House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry has accused SEC Chair Gary Gensler of misleading Congress concerning the classification of Ethereum during his testimony in April 2023. The accusation comes amid escalating tensions over the regulatory approach to digital assets in recent months, with some industry participants filing lawsuits against the watchdog for overstepping its […] The post McHenry slams Gensler for misleading Congress about Ethereum’s classification appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-4-30 21:39
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CZ may become the richest person to ever get jailed in the US
Despite legal issues and his own potential jail time, crypto exchange Binance and founder CZ's fortunes continue growing given resilient platform demand. The post CZ may become the richest person to ever get jailed in the US appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-5-1 15:27
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Indians are including cryptocurrencies in their retirement plans, survey reveals
One in two Indians have included cryptocurrencies in their retirement plans. Per a survey conducted by the crypto exchange Mudrex, respondents between the ages of 20 and 60 were interviewed across a broad range of income brackets. дальше »
2024-4-30 15:08
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Indonesia’s presidential election results may yield continued pro-crypto policy
The recent re-election of Indonesia's ruling party may mean continued crypto-friendly regulations and policies that support the growth of blockchain in Indonesia. The post Indonesia’s presidential election results may yield continued pro-crypto policy appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-30 13:53
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Lawmakers urge Biden administration to address ‘rogue nations’ evading sanctions via crypto
A coalition of US lawmakers penned a letter to top government officials on April 28 expressing urgent concern over the use of digital currencies like Tether (USDT) by countries such as Russia, Iran, and North Korea to bypass international sanctions. дальше »
2024-4-30 23:48
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Analysts clash over future of Bitcoin ETFs as institutional interest lags
Quick Take Jim Bianco, head of Bianco Research, has been a vocal critic of the Bitcoin ETFs due to their centralization concerns. Bianco recently said: “A spot ETF is NOT, repeat not, decentralized!” He also believes that the main investors in these ETFs are “Orange FOMO poker chips for paper-handed small-time traders (degens). дальше »
2024-4-30 22:00
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Samourai Wallet founders’ arrests are ‘a wake up call for crypto’ — Bitcoin pioneer Amir Taaki opines
Bitcoin pioneer Amir Taaki responded to US charges against privacy wallet Samourai & its developers, stating the action reveals that the state targets crypto innovators. The post Samourai Wallet founders’ arrests are ‘a wake up call for crypto’ — Bitcoin pioneer Amir Taaki opines appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-29 20:08
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Russia prepares for total crypto ban as geopolitical tensions rise
Starting September 1, Russia will enforce a strict ban on crypto to reinforce the ruble. The post Russia prepares for total crypto ban as geopolitical tensions rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-29 09:57
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SEC vs DeFi: The Battle Royale — what lies ahead amid regulatory clash and hack mayhem?
The following is a guest post by Nikita Ovchinnik, the Co-founder at Barter DeFi. DeFi may be “in the crosshairs” of the SEC, as Forbes magazine recently stated after the SEC action against Uniswap. дальше »
2024-4-29 04:00
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FBI warns of risks with non-KYC crypto entities
The FBI warns against using unregistered crypto services lacking KYC compliance, risking financial loss and legal repercussions. The post FBI warns of risks with non-KYC crypto entities appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-28 20:11
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DOJ insists Tornado Cash operated as a ‘commercial enterprise’
The Department of Justice alleges Tornado Cash founders personally profited from the mixer while keeping it running amid proceeds from major hacks flowing through the platform. The post DOJ insists Tornado Cash operated as a ‘commercial enterprise’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-28 09:21
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UK law enforcement given new powers to seize, destroy digital assets linked to criminals
The UK government enacted new laws on April 26 that grant the National Crime Agency (NCA) and police enhanced powers to seize, freeze, and destroy digital assets linked to criminal activities. The new measures aim to disrupt the financial networks of organized crime groups that increasingly exploit cryptocurrencies to launder money . дальше »
2024-4-27 02:16
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Custodia Bank files notice of appeal in Federal Reserve case
Custodia Bank filed a notice of appeal in its ongoing case against the US Federal Reserve on April 26. The bank intends to appeal an earlier judgment that denied its entitlement to a Federal Reserve master account, a service that allows access to the central bank’s system without relying on intermediary banks. дальше »
2024-4-27 00:53
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Warren calls on DOJ, NHS to crackdown on crypto payments for child sexual abuse material
US Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass. ) and Bill Cassidy (R-La. ) are urging US authorities to crack down on the use of crypto in the illegal trade of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The lawmakers raised the alarm in an April 26 bipartisan letter addressed to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. дальше »
2024-4-26 21:20
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Bitcoin weathers turbulent April, down 11% amid tax sell-offs, gold surge, and geopolitical tensions
Quick Take April has been a turbulent month for Bitcoin, with its price trading around $70,000 at the start of the month before encountering a series of challenges that brought it to local lows just below the $60,000 mark. дальше »
2024-4-26 20:52
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Ex-head of China’s CBDC reportedly under investigation
The former head of China’s digital yuan initiative is reportedly under investigation for “serious violations of discipline and law.” Yao Qian, the former lead developer of China‘s central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiative, is said to be under investigation for… дальше »
2024-4-26 13:33
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FBI warns US citizens against using ‘unregistered crypto money transmitting services’
The FBI advised US citizens against using unregistered crypto services to transmit assets on April 25. The agency’s warning stated that users should avoid crypto money transmitting services that are not registered as Money Services Businesses (MSBs) under US federal law. дальше »
2024-4-26 02:25
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Terraform Labs to restrict US access, withdraw $23 million of liquidity following SEC ruling
Terraform Labs (TFL) announced changes to its operations on April 25 in light of a recent court ruling related to the SEC’s case against the company. TFL said it expects to receive a conduct injunction soon that will bar it from certain activities in the US. дальше »
2024-4-26 01:24
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Nigeria’s central bank denies reports on crypto account freezing
Nigeria’s central bank denies false claims made by crypto media, asserting that it didn’t mandate local banks to freeze accounts associated with unlicensed crypto exchanges. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says it didn’t order local financial institutions to freeze… дальше »
2024-4-24 13:58
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US seeks 36-month jail sentence for Binance founder
U.S. prosecutors are seeking 36 months of imprisonment for Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, citing the “magnitude of Zhao’s willful violation of U.S. law and its consequences.” Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao might be facing 36 months… дальше »
2024-4-24 10:37
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Hong Kong to launch spot crypto ETF trading by April-end
Hong Kong is gearing up to introduce spot crypto ETFs by the end of April, mirroring the U.S. trend, as the region aims to strengthen its positioning in the market. Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are on the… дальше »
2024-4-24 10:08
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Philippine SEC orders removal of Binance from Google and Apple app stores
The Philippines' securities regulator has ordered Apple and Google to remove Binance from their app stores. The post Philippine SEC orders removal of Binance from Google and Apple app stores appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-24 14:59
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SEC lawyers resign following controversial DEBT Box case
Two SEC lawyers have resigned following controversies in the regulator’s legal case against crypto firm DEBT Box. Bloomberg reported on April 22 that Michael Welsh and Joseph Watkins, who served as lead SEC attorneys in the ongoing case, resigned in April. дальше »
2024-4-23 00:00
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Hong Kong trade body advocates for crypto self-regulation amid global scrutiny
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) has called to establish independent self-regulatory organizations (SRO) dedicated to overseeing the digital assets sector. The initiative comes in response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the industry. дальше »
2024-4-23 22:09
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Will Norway’s new regulations drive Bitcoin miners away?
How will Norway’s crackdown on crypto mining impact the global Bitcoin market and the country’s economy? Amid the recent completion of Bitcoin’s (BTC) fourth halving, which saw miner rewards halved to 3. дальше »
2024-4-23 13:19
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Crypto regulation redefined: How MiCA affects your company
The following is a guest post by Mark Gofaizen, Senior Partner at Gofaizen & Sherle. As the MiCA regulation that will reshape the crypto industry approaches, crypto companies need to ensure compliance for a smooth transition. дальше »
2024-4-21 18:07
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MiCA will transform the EU into a crypto adoption hub this year | Opinion
The companies that proactively prepare in 2024 should experience a smoother pathway to enjoying the benefits inherent in MiCA. дальше »
2024-4-21 13:35
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Token2049: Binance COO says US monitoring deal poses challenges
Binance COO Noah Perlman says monitoring agreement with U. S. regulators is now posing challenges for the exchange despite viewing the deal as an opportunity for improvement. Binance‘s plea agreement with the U. дальше »
2024-4-19 13:35
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SEC claims Justin Sun’s alleged visits to US grant it personal jurisdiction to pursue legal action
The US SEC filed an amended complaint in its case against Justin Sun and other defendants on April 18, arguing that Justin Sun’s alleged visits to the US should grant it the jurisdiction required to pursue legal action. дальше »
2024-4-19 04:39
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Binance Secures Full Virtual-Asset Services Provider License in Dubai
The fourth and final stage of approval comes almost a year after the crypto exchange secured a third-stage license. дальше »
2024-4-18 12:18
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New Zealand’s central bank starts consultations on Bluetooth-friendly CBDC
New Zealand’s central bank has started exploration into launching a central bank digital currency, with ongoing investigation projected until approximately 2030. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is now exploring the introduction of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) also… дальше »
2024-4-17 14:25
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Senators probe CFTC chair’s ties with Sam Bankman-Fried
Senators are demanding transparency from the CFTC concerning its past interactions with Sam Bankman-Fried. The post Senators probe CFTC chair’s ties with Sam Bankman-Fried appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-4-17 18:17
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Tether, Circle Diverge on How to Tackle Global Patchwork of Stablecoin Rules
The two largest digital dollar providers have chosen different paths in dealing with a perceived lack of global clarity on stablecoin rules: Circle is looking to U.S. lawmakers to provide guidance, while Tether is taking a hands-on approach to tackling fraud and money laundering. дальше »
2024-4-16 12:30
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Buenos Aires charges Worldcoin with consumer law violations, warns of $1.2 million fine
The provincial government of Buenos Aires has formally accused Worldcoin of violating consumer laws through “abusive clauses” in its user agreement. According to the notice, Worldcoin’s unfair agreement allegedly allows it to interrupt services without offering repair or reimbursement. дальше »
2024-4-16 03:01
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Senators demand detailed accounting of CFTC’s interactions with SBF
US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Charles Grassley have formally requested a detailed accounting of all interactions between Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Rostin Behnam and disgraced crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). дальше »
2024-4-16 00:49
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UK to legislate ‘whole host’ of crypto activities starting in the summer
UK Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami said the country is working on legislation for crypto regulations permitting several activities. Speaking at the Innovate Finance Global Summit (IFGS) 2024 on April 15, Afolami emphasized the regulatory regime’s far-reaching nature and said the change would bring a “whole host” of crypto activities within regulatory bounds. дальше »
2024-4-16 00:02
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Fiji’s central bank warns against crypto investments
Fiji’s central bank has issued a warning against crypto investments promoted in the region, citing legal tender laws and potential penalties under local regulations. The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) has issued a public warning, cautioning users from investing in… дальше »
2024-4-15 14:47
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BTC, ETH Rise as Hong Kong Bitcoin ETF Applicants Say They've Been Approved
The Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong's markets regulator, has not made an official announcement. дальше »
2024-4-15 10:54
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The crypto industry will only benefit from regulation | Opinion
The real potential of cryptocurrencies heavily depends on integration with traditional finance, which in turn requires a well-developed and clever regulatory approach. дальше »
2024-4-14 16:14
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MiCA’s impact on the future of crypto landscape: expert take
The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) stands as a critical legislative framework in the EU, crafted to navigate the intricate world of crypto assets. дальше »
2024-4-14 00:07
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Ether Spot ETFs Still Have No More Than 50% Chance of Approval in May: JPMorgan
There will probably be litigation against the SEC after May if ether ETFs aren’t approved, the report said. дальше »
2024-4-12 17:04
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EU watchdog warns of high concentration in crypto markets, notes minimal euro usage
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) warned that crypto markets are highly concentrated on April 10. ESMA said concentration is a concern because a single asset or exchange failure could broadly impact the crypto ecosystem. дальше »
2024-4-11 00:24
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SEC issues Wells notice against Uniswap over securities laws issues
The US SEC has issued a Wells notice to Uniswap Labs, the entity behind the Ethereum-based decentralized exchange, Uniswap. The notice signals the SEC’s plan to bring a lawsuit against the company for issues related to securities laws. дальше »
2024-4-11 22:25
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New Zealand Crypto Policy Should Support Industry, Minister for Commerce Says
The country's "wait and see" approach to regulating crypto could risk New Zealand missing out on the benefits of industry developments, a government inquiry found. дальше »
2024-4-11 15:00
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Hong Kong is reportedly set to approve first spot Bitcoin ETF by mid-April
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission is reportedly ready to approve the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, signaling a major breakthrough in the city’s crypto market. Hong Kong is gearing up to approve the first batch of spot Bitcoin ETFs in… дальше »
2024-4-10 10:15
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Republican Sen. Tillis Calls for ‘Light’ Crypto Regulatory Framework Ahead of Presidential Election
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle urged the need for new crypto laws on Tuesday, as Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo asked for “additional tools” to effectively crack down on illicit crypto financing. дальше »
2024-4-11 20:07
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SEC opens request for comments on 3 spot Ethereum ETFs
The SEC has opened comments on Grayscale, Fidelity, and Bitwise‘s applications to launch spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The notices apply to proposed rule changes through which two exchanges — Cboe BZX and NYSE Arca — aim to list and trade shares of the three funds. дальше »
2024-4-4 01:04
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Lithuania to establish strict licensing regime for crypto firms by 2025
Lithuania is set to impose strict licensing requirements on crypto firms by 2025, which will significantly reduce the number of companies able to operate in the country. Central bank board member Simonas Krepsta told Bloomberg on April 3 that the move aims to establish robust oversight for the industry as digital assets are increasingly integrated […] The post Lithuania to establish strict licensing regime for crypto firms by 2025 appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-4-4 00:00
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SEC director refutes narrative that regulator lacks regulatory framework for crypto
SEC Director of Enforcement Gurbir Grewal recently spoke at the SEC Speaks event, addressing the regulatory challenges the crypto industry faces. Grewal countered the narrative that the SEC lacks a clear regulatory framework for crypto, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to applying existing securities laws to the digital asset space. дальше »
2024-4-4 23:05
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US, UK enter agreement to develop AI safety standards
The US and the UK signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop standards for AI Safety on April 1. The agreement aims to develop and iterate “robust suites of evaluations” for AI models, systems, and agents through coordinated scientific approaches. дальше »
2024-4-3 01:07
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