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Monopoly darknet market admin indicted in US
A citizen of Croatia and Serbia, suspected of establishing and managing the now-inoperative darknet marketplace Monopoly Market, has been indicted by a grand jury in the District of Columbia. 33-year-old Milomir Desnica is alleged to have operated Monopoly Market since… дальше »
2023-6-27 14:16
Yes, the Secret Service has an NFT collection, and no, it’s not for sale
Agents from the United States Secret Service San Francisco Field Office have answered a burning question about its NFT collection. What does it do? дальше »
2023-6-27 02:40
Binance sets sights on UAE as key operational hub
In light of recent enforcement actions in the United States, Binance is turning its attention to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a significant focus for its future operations. According to Alex Chehade, the general manager of Binance Dubai, the… дальше »
2023-6-26 10:27
Crypto hacker gets 5 years in prison after stealing $794,000
A British hacker, Joseph O'Connor, aka the PlugwalkJoe, has been sentenced to five years in a United States prison for stealing $794,000 worth of crypto through a SIM swap attack дальше »
2023-6-25 13:44
Terawulf, a bitcoin miner using nuclear power, releases update; benefiting from low electricity costs
Terawulf has announced its bitcoin mining update months after launching a first-of-its-kind nuclear-powered Nautilus facility in the United States дальше »
2023-6-25 11:37
Sen. Cynthia Lummis lambasts SEC over enforcement actions against Coinbase
Senator Cynthia Lummis criticized the SEC's recent actions against Coinbase, stating that the exchange's compliance efforts should have been acknowledged дальше »
2023-6-24 12:08
Bitcoin mining heats water in Brooklyn Bathhouse, users flip out
The impact of Bitcoin mining on the environment remains a significant concern to many, leading to unfavorable responses from people opposed to its use. дальше »
2023-6-23 15:15
Federal reserve chair Powell emphasizes need for strong oversight of US stablecoins
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell reiterated the need of robust central-bank oversight in the ongoing development of stablecoin regulations by the House Financial Services Committee. дальше »
2023-6-22 00:59
Binance, Binance.US and CZ allege SEC made ‘misleading’ statements on exchange assets
The legal motion referred to the SEC publicly claiming CZ and Binance could “commingle customer assets or divert customer assets,” despite a court transcript suggesting otherwise. дальше »
2023-6-22 23:39
US Congress may chart new regulatory path for ethereum
The US Congress may put ethereum (ETH) in a new category with less burdensome regulations than securities or group it with bitcoin (BTC) as a commodity, JPMorgan strategists suggest. The theory arises after the SEC’s ongoing debates on Ethereum’s nature… дальше »
2023-6-17 01:14
Bakkt follows Robinhood, eToro in delisting major altcoins: Report
Bakkt reportedly suspended trading of SOL, MATIC and ADA — tokens the U.S. SEC recently deemed securities.
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FDIC cracks down on misleading insurance claims by OKCoin
The US Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) has taken action against cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin, issuing a cease and desist letter over misleading statements regarding the exchange's insurance status. дальше »
2023-6-16 13:34
Binance.US reportedly trims workforce amid regulatory woes
In the wake of recent allegations by regulators of securities law violations, Binance.US, the American branch of the global cryptocurrency titan, has initiated a round of staff cutbacks, say insiders and social media posts by employees. Binance.US, the US counterpart… дальше »
2023-6-16 08:41
US Fed chair hints at two more rate hikes while crypto suffers volatility
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) chair Jerome Powell hinted at two more rate hikes expected to come this year. According to CNBC, the statement came after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to pause the consecutive rate boosts. The… дальше »
2023-6-15 14:11
Bankrupt crypto exchange Bittrex to enable withdrawals
The US division of cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex is planning to begin client withdrawals on June 15 after a ruling by a Delaware bankruptcy court. дальше »
2023-6-14 16:29
Binance.US agrees with SEC to avoid full asset freeze
US district judge Amy Berman has asked the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to reach a compromise agreement with Binance.US on the best possible way to protect users’ funds on the platform instead of completely freezing the company’s assets as… дальше »
2023-6-14 15:04
US Treasury secretary believes CBDCs should be confidential
In a recent speech, Assistant Secretary Graham Steele unveils the transformative potential of retail CBDCs in the digitization of financial services. дальше »
2023-6-14 13:26
SEC refuses to make any decision on Coinbase’s rulemaking petition
Last week, the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit ordered the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to respond to Coinbase’s request for clarifying the rulemaking. According to documents shared by the exchange’s chief legal officer (CLO) Paul… дальше »
2023-6-14 12:37
Bill to dismiss SEC chairman Gary Gensler gains support
US lawmakers have introduced a bill to remove Gary Gensler from his position as Chair of the SEC. The bill responds to what the representatives describe as a “long series of abuses” under Gensler’s leadership. In a recent press release… дальше »
2023-6-13 16:04
Circle CEO urges Congress to lead stablecoin regulation
Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire is set to testify before the US House Financial Services Committee today, urging lawmakers to prioritize the primacy of the US dollar and pass essential stablecoin legislation. дальше »
2023-6-13 14:12
eToro to cease access to ALGO, MANA, DASH, and MATIC for US customers
Israeli multi-asset investment platform eToro announced that its users in the United States will soon be unable to access Algorand (ALGO), Polygon (MATIC), Decentraland (MANA), and Dash (DASH), following a similar move made by Robinhood. eToro limits crypto offerings for… дальше »
2023-6-13 12:56
Jump Trading requests court to relocate Terraform lawsuit to California
Jump Trading, a leading trading company specializing in high-frequency and algorithmic trading approaches, seeks to move a lawsuit accusing it of manipulating the prices of Terraform’s stablecoin from Illinois to California. дальше »
2023-6-13 12:53
Binance.US counters SEC’s motion to freeze funds as it threatens its business
Binance.US has vehemently opposed the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed temporary restraining order, claiming that it would effectively end its business operations. The crypto exchange filed a response on June 12, criticizing the SEC’s emergency motion as “draconian… дальше »
2023-6-13 11:15
SEC generated record confiscated income in 2022: why it is crucial for crypto
While the SEC states its mission is to protect investors, there are questions about its methods and motives. This piece unravels the SEC’s structure, balance sheet, and notable interactions with cryptocurrency entities, providing an insightful and comprehensive look at a… дальше »
2023-6-13 09:23
Recent SEC filing marks 67 altcoins as securities
The number of coins regarded as securities by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is now 67, with a total market value of $100 billion. The US SEC has now labeled 67 coins as securities following the lawsuits against… дальше »
2023-6-12 12:40
SEC can’t keep Western financial system going forever
Crypto. news’ editor Nicholas Ross Say shares his opinion on the US SEC’s recent crusade against crypto that cost the industry millions of dollars. He opines that innovation oppression won’t last forever. дальше »
2023-6-12 08:36
US House introduces draft of legislation for stablecoins
The United States House Financial Services Committee, led by Representative Patrick McHenry, has unveiled the third draft of the stablecoin bill. дальше »
2023-6-10 19:03
Binance VP of Marketing: crypto needs to 'double down' on community support
Rachel Conlan, the new VP of Marketing at Binance, says that “critical” times in the industry call for major companies to emphasize community, clarity and simplicity. дальше »
2023-6-9 17:56
The shift from centralized exchanges to DEXs
The growth of DeFi has happened in spite of the CEXs' stranglehold, with users relying on non-custodial wallets to access even the most basic of DeFi products. дальше »
2023-6-9 16:00
BinanceUS suspends USD deposits and withdrawals
BinanceUS has announced the suspension of USD deposits and fiat withdrawal channel pauses amid the ongoing legal battle with the US SEC. The move aims to protect customers and maintain operational efficiency as the exchange transitions to a crypto-only platform.… дальше »
2023-6-9 15:35
US senators propose AI bills for transparency and innovation
The bipartisan bills target government transparency when using AI and the formation of a new Office of Global Competition Analysis to stay on top of innovation. дальше »
2023-6-9 13:04
Circle hires former CFTC, US Treasury executive as chief legal officer
Heath Tarbert will serve as the company’s chief legal officer and head of corporate affairs, bringing experience with all three branches of government. дальше »
2023-6-9 20:40
Binance may have lied to US lawmakers, argue senators: Report
U.S. senators asked the Justice Department to investigate whether the crypto exchange made a false statement to Congress in a letter earlier this year. дальше »
2023-6-9 18:43
US Bitcoin supply fell over 10% in the past year — Glassnode
Bitcoin is increasingly active in Asia as U.S. supply share dwindles over the past two years.
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SEC’s Continuous Irrelevant Move Against Crypto Could Hurt the United States
In recent months, the SEC has filed lawsuits against several businesses, including Binance and Coinbase, as part of its tough stance against cryptocurrencies. This might have a negative influence on the United States in a number of ways. дальше »
2023-6-9 18:02
US judge revives crypto lawsuit against Kardashian and Mayweather
Judge revives EMAX class action lawsuit against Kim Kardashian and Floyd Mayweather, accusing them of unlawful marketing in the cryptocurrency world. The lawsuit had been dismissed just a while back. дальше »
2023-6-9 18:02
SEC accuses Binance CEO of diverting billions in customer funds
The SEC alleges that Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao and financial manager Guangying Chen channeled billions from customers through a holding company, igniting new concerns over the crypto exchange’s business practices. дальше »
2023-6-8 09:23
Binance.US halts trading for dozens of USDT, BTC, BUSD pairs amid SEC lawsuit
Binance’s arm in the United States suspended its OTC trading platform and reduced the number of supported convert trading pairs.
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US court orders SEC to respond to Coinbase’s rulemaking petition
US court has directed the SEC to address Coinbase’s rulemaking petition within a week, as the crypto exchange seeks regulatory clarity for digital assets amidst an ongoing lawsuit and heightened enforcement actions against market participants. The US Court of Appeals… дальше »
2023-6-7 15:24
Whale withdraws almost $62m worth of MATIC from BinanceUS
As the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) unveiled a legal case against Binance, some users have been trying to get their assets out of the exchange. Data provided by Whale Alert shows that a whale deposited 115.27 million polygon… дальше »
2023-6-7 10:09
CFTC approves Cboe margin crypto futures
Cboe Clear has received approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for an amended order of registration as a derivatives clearing organization, enabling it to expand its range of cleared products. дальше »
2023-6-6 15:18
SEC complaint sparks questions on former Binance.US CEO’s sudden departure
The US SEC's complaint against Binance has unveiled intriguing details surrounding the sudden departure of former Binance.US CEO Brian Brooks in August 2021, merely three months into his tenure. дальше »
2023-6-6 12:35
SEC and CFTC find clarity in new legislation to regulate crypto
House Republicans have introduced a draft proposal to address gaps in cryptocurrency regulations, assigning the CFTC authority over crypto commodities and the SEC for digital securities. To bridge the gaps in the current regulatory framework surrounding cryptocurrencies, House Republicans have… дальше »
2023-6-5 11:59
Crypto scams on the rise, government institutions call for regulatory clarity| Weekly recap
Government institutions continue to push for regulatory clarity, with the US Senate introducing a bill to differentiate securities from commodities дальше »
2023-6-5 20:09
CFTC considers changing risk rules to address crypto volatility
The CFTC has proposed a comprehensive revamp of its risk management regulations, emphasizing the need for firms to prepare themselves for the volatility of cryptocurrencies and the associated risks of holding customers' digital assets. дальше »
2023-6-2 12:16
Fed board issues order to Silvergate Bank as part of self-liquidation plan
Silvergate Capital Corporation and its crypto-friendly bank will have 10 days to submit a self-liquidation plan in compliance with California and federal requirements. дальше »
2023-6-2 00:00
US investment bank Cowen shuts crypto trading unit
Cowen Inc. has indefinitely suspended its digital assets trading unit. The bank’s digital asset service exposed institutional investors to 16 cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH). дальше »
2023-6-1 16:01
Prosecutors uphold SBF charges as defense arguments dismissed
Prosecutors have requested a Manhattan federal court judge to deny FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's motion to dismiss criminal charges brought against him. Bankman-Fried is accused of embezzling billions of dollars from clients to cover losses at his hedge fund. дальше »
2023-5-30 15:43
US debt ceiling deal cancels 30% bitcoin mining tax
In a significant turn of events, a tentative deal aimed at averting a US government default on its debts has brought relief to cryptocurrency miners, particularly Bitcoin miners. дальше »
2023-5-30 14:08
Gemini challenges SEC in legal battle over Earn product
Gemini strikes back in a fierce legal battle against the SEC as the crypto giant defends its Earn product, claiming it's not a security but a loan-based offering. дальше »