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CBOE filed two requests for first spot Ethereum ETF
The Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has filed two applications seeking the SEC’s approval for the ARK 21Shares Ethereum ETF and VanEck. The filing of the 19b-4 form is dated Sept. 6. A 19b-4 form is usually presented by self-regulatory… дальше »
2023-9-7 17:15
US Treasury and IRS propose guidelines for crypto brokers
The US Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have proposed new guidelines detailing the reporting duties of cryptocurrency brokers. дальше »
2023-9-7 16:21
US DOJ freezes Alex Mashinsky’s assets in Celsius case
In August, US Department of Justice (DoJ) prosecutors filed a sealed order to freeze Mashinsky's business accounts and a Texas property дальше »
2023-9-7 22:48
Failure to tax the metaverse ‘will create a tax haven’ — Harvard legal expert
Harvard scholar Christine Kim writes that income and wealth in the metaverse should be subject to immediate taxation.
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FTX’s advertising under scrutiny as DOJ questions FTX.US separation
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is scrutinizing the advertising strategy of the now-bankrupt crypto exchange, FTX, as it alleges a blurred distinction between the company's US and international operations. дальше »
2023-9-4 16:38
Bitwise withdraws Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF application
Bitwise Asset Management has withdrawn its application for a Bitcoin and Ethereum Market Cap Weight Strategy ETF. Bitwise Asset Management has withdrawn its application for a Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) Market Cap Weight Strategy exchange-traded fund. It was initially… дальше »
2023-9-2 23:14
US Bitcoin Corp to host 8,500 BTC miners for bankrupt Celsius
Data center operator US Bitcoin Corp (USBTC) has announced it will host 8,500 Bitcoin miners from the insolvent crypto lender Celsius at its Alpha Site. дальше »
2023-9-1 13:12
SEC delays decision on 6 spot Bitcoin ETF applications
The SEC has delayed its decision on BTC exchange-traded fund applications from WisdomTree, Invesco Galaxy, Valkyrie, VanEck, Bitwise Asset Management and Fidelity. дальше »
2023-9-1 22:30
Bankrupt lender, BlockFi, files to convert ‘trade-only’ tokens into stablecoins
BlockFi, the now-defunct crypto lending company, has filed a court application to move "trade-only" assets from users' accounts to stablecoins дальше »
2023-8-31 21:42
US government challenges validity of SBF’s legal defense
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has expressed reservations over the validity of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's legal strategy. дальше »
2023-8-30 15:55
US congressman urges Gensler’s SEC exit amid Grayscale ruling
US Congressman Warren Davidson renews calls for SEC Chair Gary Gensler's removal following a Tuesday court ruling in favor of Grayscale. дальше »
2023-8-30 15:50
Bitcoin advocate Suarez quits US presidential race
Mayor of Miami and Bitcoin (BTC) proponent Francis Suarez has suspended his campaign for US President, becoming the first Republican candidate to withdraw. Suarez announced the news on X (formerly Twitter), describing his run for US President as one of… дальше »
2023-8-30 12:32
X (Twitter) obtains license to trade crypto in Rhode Island
Twitter has secured a currency transmitter license from Rhode Island, marking a significant step towards the platform’s potential involvement in the financial sector. On Aug. 29, Twitter obtained a currency transmitter license from Rhode Island. The platform is now authorized… дальше »
2023-8-30 12:22
US Republicans accuse Fed of stifling stablecoin regulation
Republican lawmakers accuse Federal Reserve of hindering stablecoin regulation efforts through recent regulatory letters, raising concerns about its impact on digital asset market participation. дальше »
2023-8-30 19:07
Donald Trump NFT prices spike following release of mugshot in Georgia criminal case
The former U.S. president returned to X (formerly Twitter) for the first time since January 2021 to post his mugshot, which has now been thoroughly manipulated for memes by many users. дальше »
2023-8-26 20:00
IRS releases draft of proposed reporting rules for digital asset brokers
House Financial Service Committee Chair Patrick McHenry said the rules are part of “the Biden Administration’s ongoing attack on the digital asset ecosystem.” дальше »
2023-8-26 19:40
Is the SEC a bad cop? CoinRoutes CEO Dave Weisberger breaks down crypto regulation in the US
Weisberger believes the structure of the Securities and Exchange Commission needs to change but that politicians are reluctant to do so because of their power within the current state of affairs. дальше »
2023-8-25 18:30
Binance dubs barred Russian banks on its platform as ‘Yellow’ and ‘Green’ cards
Despite the U.S. DOJ investigating Binance for violation of U.S. sanctions with its services in Russia, the firm has continued to promote its platform in the country. дальше »
2023-8-25 16:29
Grayscale’s spot Bitcoin ETF encounters further setback
The US Court of Appeals has, once more, deferred its decision on Grayscale’s ability to convert its widely used Bitcoin Trust into a traditional spot Bitcoin ETF. Grayscale’s chief legal officer, Craig Salm, disclosed this announcement on X on Aug.… дальше »
2023-8-24 15:42
Policymaker: US doesn’t need a retail CBDC
Republican Congressman French Hill is against Federal Reserve's plans to launch a retail CBDC дальше »
2023-8-24 23:55
Bitstamp halts ETH staking in the United States
The crypto exchange is ending staking services for U.S.-based users on Sep. 25; the decision comes a few weeks after Bitstamp halted trading for seven altcoins in the country. дальше »
2023-8-23 20:31
US judge rules in favor of human ingenuity, denies copyright for AI art
This ruling shifts the conversation on AI and copyright, underscoring the significance of human creativity in intellectual property. дальше »
2023-8-20 13:06
US сrypto miners get unified voice with new lobbying group
Digital Energy Council debuts in the US, aiming to navigate the complex regulatory waters of crypto mining with Tom Mapes at its helm. The crypto mining industry in the US has a new lobbying organization known as the Digital Energy… дальше »
2023-8-16 16:48
Coinbase gets approval to offer crypto futures in US
Crypto exchange Coinbase has received the green light from the National Futures Association (NFA) to offer crypto futures to eligible customers in the US. дальше »
2023-8-16 16:12
FDIC highlights potential banking risks from crypto activities
In this year’s review, the FDIC evaluates the potential implications and challenges of integrating crypto activities into the traditional US banking framework. In its 2023 annual risk review, the US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) dedicated a comprehensive section to… дальше »
2023-8-16 16:03
Crypto on alert as Michael Burry goes short on US Markets
Michael Burry, famous for predicting the 2008 crisis, stuns the market with a massive bet against the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100. But will it affect crypto? Remember Michael Burry? If you’ve watched or read “The Big Short,” his name… дальше »
2023-8-16 14:08
Silvergate CEO and top execs to depart amid bank’s wind-down
Silvergate, once known as a crypto-friendly bank, faces significant changes as CEO Alan Lane and two other key executives prepare to leave. Alan Lane and the firm’s chief legal officer, John Bonino, will step down on Aug. 15. Antonio Martino,… дальше »
2023-8-16 12:05
Coinbase launches Stand With Crypto alliance
Coinbase has launched a new advocacy organization, Stand With Crypto Alliance. The aim is to mobilize the crypto industry to participate in the US legislative process. The Stand With Crypto Alliance also aims to help shape the crypto landscape in… дальше »
2023-8-15 17:19
Prime Trust files for bankruptcy
Cryptocurrency custodian fintech Prime Trust has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11 in the US. The company filed a voluntary petition for bankruptcy in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. дальше »
2023-8-15 16:30
Singapore Wraps Up Stablecoin Framework: Pathway to Global Adoption?
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled the features of a new regulatory framework aimed at ensuring a high degree of stability for stablecoins in the country. This is the outcome of the central bank’s public consultation, which commenced in October 2022. дальше »
2023-8-15 16:00
US Fed incorporates DLT for its new service
The Fed has incorporated Dropp, a Hedera-based micropayments platform using DLT technology, into its recently launched FedNow service. FedNow connects financial institutions, businesses, and service providers to bolster digital payments infrastructure. дальше »
2023-8-15 14:57
Binance files order against SEC’s ‘fishing expedition’
Binance lodges a petition against the SEC, arguing that the regulator’s wide-reaching demands are undue and exceed the scope of their case. On August 14, Binance filed a petition for a protective court order with the United States Securities and… дальше »
2023-8-15 13:11
Joe Rogan and Post Malone criticize US CBDC
The entertainment industry is diving into the Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) debate, with Joe Rogan and rapper Post Malone expressing their concerns. On the “Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, which boasts over 11 million listeners per episode, the two discussed… дальше »
2023-8-12 19:06
US regulators consider regulating political deep fakes ahead of 2024 election
The U.S. Federal Election Commission unanimously voted to advance a petition to regulate political ads that use artificial intelligence. дальше »
2023-8-12 15:11
Robinhood wins meme stock lawsuit
A US federal appeals court has dismissed a class-action lawsuit against Robinhood Markets over its restrictions on trading 13 meme stocks in early 2021. The class action, involving 16 investors, was filed in September 2021. дальше »
2023-8-11 11:10
Alex Mashinsky faces electronic monitoring while on bail, judge signs off on protective order
Prosecutors and defense lawyers agreed to a bail modification having the former Celsius CEO under electronic monitoring and largely restricted from moving funds over $10,000. дальше »
2023-8-10 19:04
PayPal’s stablecoin meets resistance from Democrat Waters
Democratic congresswoman Maxine Waters has expressed her concerns over PayPal’s launch of its dollar-pegged stablecoin, PYUSD. In a written statement on Aug. 9, Waters urged for comprehensible regulation. дальше »
2023-8-10 15:25
Bitstamp to stop trading major altcoins in US
Luxembourg-based crypto exchange Bitstamp will suspend trading of seven major altcoins for US customers starting Aug. 29, 2023. The affected cryptocurrencies include Axie Infinity (AXS), Chiliz (CHZ), Decentraland (MANA), Polygon (MATIC), Near (NEAR), Sandbox (SAND), and Solana (SOL). After Aug.… дальше »
2023-8-9 15:42
US Fed issues new crypto program for local banks
US Federal Reserve unveils Novel Activities Supervision program to oversee banks’ crypto-related activities, emphasizing stablecoin safeguards. The initiative‘s main goal will be to supervise the banks’ activities related to cryptocurrencies, such as custody, lending, trading, and the issuance or distribution… дальше »
2023-8-9 13:47
Circle CEO reveals massive USDC adoption outside US
Circle’s CEO, Jeremy Allaire, unveiled that approximately 70% of USDC adoption occurs outside the United States. Despite the perception that USDC primarily caters to the US market, emerging economies and developing regions emerge as strongholds for this stablecoin. Allaire stated… дальше »
2023-8-8 19:07
US official calls for stablecoin law amid PayPal’s PYUSD launch
Representative Patrick McHenry, the US House Financial Services Committee chair, endorsed PayPal’s stablecoin, PYUSD, as a key pillar for modern payments. The endorsement was given on Aug. 7, shortly after PayPal announced the stablecoin launch in partnership with Paxos. In… дальше »
2023-8-8 12:54
Coinbase will remain in US despite regulatory uncertainty
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has affirmed their commitment to remain in the US, dismissing any notion of departure дальше »
2023-8-5 15:27
US DoJ wants former FTX boss, Sam Bankman-Fried, to be detained
The United States Department of Justice (DoJ) has asked for Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX, a now-defunct exchange, to be detained дальше »
2023-8-5 12:24
Core Scientific appoints Adam Sullivan as CEO amid restructuring process
The company claims to have seen a boost in liquidity in recent months and is expected to emerge from bankruptcy proceedings by the end of the year. дальше »
2023-8-5 19:14
BlockFi victims set to get reimbursed
BlockFi, the troubled crypto lender, progresses towards repaying its clients as the U.S. bankruptcy court in New Jersey conditionally approves its disclosure statement. BlockFi’s efforts to reorganize and refund its clients have taken a positive step forward with the conditional… дальше »
2023-8-3 16:29
US senators call to implement strict tax reporting rules for crypto
US Senators urge Treasury and IRS to implement crypto tax rules by December 2023, warning of potential $1.5 billion revenue loss. Four U.S. Senators, Elizabeth Warren, Robert P. Casey, Jr., Richard Blumenthal, and Bernard Sanders, have sent a letter to… дальше »
2023-8-3 16:25
Minnesota man loses $9m in LinkedIn crypto romance scam
A man from Minnesota has fallen prey to a crypto romance scam that has cost him a staggering $9 million. The scam originated from a LinkedIn connection that lured him with false promises of quick wealth and professed love. According… дальше »
2023-8-3 16:07
US DoJ reportedly considering fraud charges against Binance to minimize impact
Federal prosecutors are concerned that an indictment could result in a deposit rush at Binance, reminiscent of the FTX's fall in late 2022 дальше »
2023-8-3 12:13
US DoJ is concerned about a run on Binance should prosecutors bring fraud charges: Report
Officials reportedly speculated an indictment against Binance in the U.S. could cause a run on the exchange similar to what happened with crypto exchange FTX in November 2022. дальше »
2023-8-3 20:14
SBF claims jail request for him violates freedom of speech
Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of defunct crypto exchange FTX, is fighting a US prosecutor’s attempt to revoke his $250 million bond and put him in jail. The request was made in response to the New York Times’ publication of excerpts from… дальше »