Grayscale Submits Revised Application For Ethereum Spot ETF – What’s New?

Asset management firm Grayscale Investments has updated its application for an Ethereum spot ETF (exchange-traded fund) with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Ethereum Spot ETF Case Just As Solid As Bitcoin’s, Grayscale Argues According to a recent post on X by Craig Salm, Grayscale’s chief legal officer, the asset management firm has revised its 19b-4 form for an Ether spot ETF. дальше »

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Bybit Faces Scrutiny: Hong Kong Tags Crypto Exchange As ‘Suspicious’ In Regulatory Crackdown

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has recently raised concerns over Bybit, marking it as a platform of suspicion. This move comes amid a broader regulatory push within Hong Kong to oversee and regulate the crypto market. дальше »

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$300 Million Crypto Ponzi Scheme Exposed: SEC Files Charges Against 17 Suspects

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken legal action against 17 individuals allegedly involved in a Crypto Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 40,000 victims and amassed $300 million. дальше »

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Ripple Vs SEC: Crucial Dates To Watch Out For In 2024

The long-running legal battle between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple is set to once again gain steam as key dates approach. The XRP community will no doubt have their eyes on this one and hope that the lawsuit, which has continued to mar the XRP ecosystem, can well be put in the […] дальше »

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US Senators Pressure SEC Chair To Block Approval Of Ethereum, Solana, XRP ETFs

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Hong Kong SFC expands violations list adding MEXC for unlicensed operations

Hong Kong financial regulator, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), issued a public warning about MEXC’s unlicensed operations within its jurisdictions. SFC stated: “The entity purports to be a virtual asset trading platform operating at the above website. дальше »

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US senators want the SEC to halt further crypto ETF approvals

US Senators have requested the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair Gary Gensler to stop further approvals of crypto ETFs. In a letter dated March 11, the senators warned of significant risks to retail investors associated with crypto ETFs. дальше »

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Senators raise concerns over crypto ETF approvals, face industry backlash

Two US Senators have recently expressed concerns to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the approval of further crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs).  Senators Jack Reed and Laphonza Butler, in a communication with SEC Chair Gary Gensler, highlighted the potential… дальше »

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Bybit flagged as a suspicious crypto trading platform by the SFC

Bybit, one of the prominent cryptocurrency exchanges, has been classified as a “suspicious” crypto trading platform by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong. The SFC has raised concerns over the operations of the crypto exchange and has gone ahead to issue a warning regarding the risks associated with certain products offered by […] дальше »

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US Senators Urge SEC: No More Crypto ETFs

US Senators Jack Reed and Laphonza Butler have formally requested the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to reconsider its stance on the approval of further crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs), specifically targeting those beyond the realm of Bitcoin. дальше »

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SEC charges 17 individuals in $300m crypto Ponzi scheme

The SEC has charged 17 individuals for their involvement in a $300 million Ponzi scheme targeting predominantly Latino investors through the so-called CryptoFX LLC. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has brought charges against 17 individuals implicated in a… дальше »

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EU launches inquiry into how tech giants are dealing with risks posed by AI

The European Commission has initiated a comprehensive inquiry into the risks posed by generative AI technology on some of the world’s largest online platforms and search engines. The March 14 request targets eight online services: Google Search, Microsoft Bing, Facebook, X, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube. дальше »

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Hong Kong adds Bybit to its list of suspicious crypto exchanges

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has added Bybit to its list of suspicious virtual asset trading platforms and issued a public warning about its unlicensed operations. In a March 14 warning, the SFC said the platform is unlicensed and expressed concerns that Bybit has offered its products to Hong Kong investors. дальше »

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A $300M Ponzi Scheme That Targeted Latinos Falsely Claimed to Buy Crypto, SEC Says

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sued 17 individuals tied to an alleged Ponzi scheme that took in $300 million from over 40,000 victims. дальше »

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Is KangaMoon a buy as we’re in ‘middle innings of bull market’ for BTC?

We are in the “middle innings of a bull market” for Bitcoin, says Jan Van Eck. He’s the current chief executive of VanEck. Van Eck’s view on Bitcoin The U. S. Securities & Exchange Commission of the United States approved the Spot Bitcoin ETFs in January. дальше »

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Ripple vs. SEC: Battle Nears Climax As Briefing Deadlines Approach

The protracted legal confrontation between Ripple Labs Inc. and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is advancing towards a critical juncture, as both parties face imminent deadlines for their remedies briefing submissions. дальше »

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SEC Case Against Gemini And Genesis Gains Momentum As Judge Denies Motion To Dismiss

In a recent development, US District Judge Edgardo Ramos has denied motions from cryptocurrency exchange Gemini and crypto lender Genesis to dismiss the case brought by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). дальше »

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Judge Rules Against Gemini, Genesis Motion to Dismiss SEC Case Against Earn Product

A New York judge has ruled that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) case against crypto lender Genesis and crypto exchange Gemini will be allowed to move forward, denying the two defendants’ motions to dismiss in a Wednesday court filing. дальше »

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Gemini and Genesis Can Be Sued by SEC Over Defunct Earn Product, Judge Rules

A New York judge has ruled that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) case against crypto lender Genesis and crypto exchange Gemini will be allowed to move forward, denying the two defendants’ motions to dismiss in a Wednesday court filing. дальше »

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Terraform Labs Allowed to Hire Law Firm Dentons in Bankruptcy Case by U.S. Court: Reuters

A U.S. court has allowed Terraform Labs to hire law firm Dentons to defend the company in a lawsuit brought against it by the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) in Jan. 2024. дальше »

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This Bitcoin ETF is now 'abandoned': Are your holdings safe?

After months of anticipation, the fate of the First Trust SkyBridge Bitcoin [BTC] ETF has taken a surprising turn as the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has declared it “abandThe post This Bitcoin ETF is now 'abandoned': Are your holdings safe? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Grayscale files to introduce a low-fee version of its ETF

Grayscale, the company behind GBTC spot Bitcoin ETF, has filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to introduce a mini version of its ETF. The relatively low-fee product will be created from a spin-off of a percentage of GBTC shares. дальше »

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U.S. CFTC's Behnam Says Agency Writing New Policy on Prediction Markets

U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chair Rostin Behnam said his agency will propose a rule in the coming months to establish new regulations for prediction markets. дальше »

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Analyst says odds of Ethereum ETF in May are 'down to 35%' and that means...

As the crypto community eagerly awaits the approval of Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a concerning silence looms over issuers. The laThe post Analyst says odds of Ethereum ETF in May are 'down to 35%' and that means... appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Approval And Denial: Spot Ethereum ETF Is A ‘Sell The News Event’: Expert

Experts are currently arguing about the likelihood of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving a spot Ethereum ETF. Among others, Samson Mow, known as the “Bitcoin Maximalist” and founder of Jan3, a company focused on accelerating the nation-state adoption of BTC, voiced strong doubts and criticism. дальше »

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Coinbase challenges SEC in court over ‘arbitrary and capricious’ rule making rejection

Coinbase has strongly criticized the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for rejecting its rulemaking petition, labeling the decision “arbitrary and capricious. ” The crypto exchange lodged this critique in a Mar. дальше »

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs: Thailand SEC adjusts rules to allow product launch

The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently reviewed its rules to give asset management firms in the private sector the greenlight to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs. Leading Thailand-based daily newspaper Bangkok Post disclosed this in a report today, citing… дальше »

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Coinbase Accuses U.S. SEC of Breaking the Law in Rejecting Crypto Rulemaking

Coinbase Inc. (COIN) has accused the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of ignoring the law when it rebuffed the company's formal petition for crypto rules, according to a filing Monday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. дальше »

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Gary Gensler Continues Crusade Against Cryptocurrencies, Describes Ecosystem As a Cesspit of Fraud

Days after describing Bitcoin’s (BTC) recent upswing as a rollercoaster ride, US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler has taken swipes against the broader virtual currency ecosystem. дальше »

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Coinbase Meets With SEC To Discuss Grayscale’s Spot Ether ETF As ETH Bulls Eye All-Time Highs

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XRP Lawsuit: SEC’s Proposed Deadline Extensions in Ripple Case Raises Eyebrows

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BlackRock files to add spot Bitcoin ETFs to its global fund MALOX

Asset manager BlackRock wants to buy spot Bitcoin ETFs for its Global Allocation Fund (MALOX). In a March 7 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, BlackRock will invest in spot Bitcoin ETFs listed and traded on national exchanges. дальше »

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Bitcoin: Beware of 'speculative' BTC, warns SEC's Gensler

In a recent candid conversation with Bloomberg, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler unveiled his apprehensions regarding the volatile nature of cryptocurrencies, notably BitThe post Bitcoin: Beware of 'speculative' BTC, warns SEC's Gensler appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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BlackRock Seeks To Buy Bitcoin ETFs For Global Allocation Fund

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management firm, has submitted a filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to include Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) in its Global Allocation Fund. дальше »

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Nigeria to tighten crypto regulation in wake of Binance disputes

The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has disclosed plans to introduce new regulations for crypto operators following recent challenges with Binance. New regulations The planned regulation would include licensing, registration, and screening guidelines for digital and virtual asset services providers (VASPs). дальше »

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Binance.US COO claims SEC lawsuit led to banks withdrawing support, strangling business

Binance. US, the American subsidiary of the global cryptocurrency exchange Binance, experienced significant operational disruptions following legal challenges by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). дальше »

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How the SEC's Recent Win May Play in Its Coinbase, Binance Cases

A federal judge ruled that secondary-market transactions for certain cryptocurrencies violated securities law. The catch: This was a default judgment. The defendant never showed up, and no one filed amicus briefs to oppose the Securities and Exchange Commission's motion for a default ruling. дальше »

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CFTC Chair calls on Congress to fill gap in crypto regulation

Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Rostin Behnam again asks the U.S. Congress to take active action in crypto regulation. дальше »

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SEC Again Delays Decision On BlackRock, Fidelity’s Ether ETF Applications

On Monday, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) once again postponed making any decision on Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications from investment giants BlackRock and Fidelity. дальше »

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SEC vs Binance takes new turn as regulator asks court to step in

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accused Binance's United States arm, Binance.US, of withholding crucial information regarding customer assets and other vital aspects amid an ongoThe post SEC vs Binance takes new turn as regulator asks court to step in appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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SEC uses insider trading judgment to enhance case against Coinbase, Binance

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants to leverage a decision from an insider trading case to strengthen its lawsuit against several crypto trading platforms, including Coinbase and Binance. дальше »

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Binance.US under SEC scrutiny for alleged non-compliance in asset custody probe

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleges that Binance.US has not responded to important inquiries about customer assets and other critical aspects of an active investigation. The SEC has expressed concerns in a joint status report to a Washington,… дальше »

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Binance.US Faces SEC Probe Over Customer Asset Handling, Cuts Two-Thirds Of Staff

In the unfolding narrative of the protracted conflict between the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Binance.US, regulatory scrutiny has reached a heightened intensity. Concerns raised by the SEC regarding the cryptocurrency exchange’s compliance with information requests have cast a looming shadow over Binance Holdings and its American counterpart, BAM Trading Services, which operates […] дальше »

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Crypto exchange ShapeShift settles with SEC for $275k

ShapeShift has agreed to pay a $275,000 fine to settle allegations brought by the SEC, which said the exchange failed to register as a dealer. In a settlement revealed on Mar. 5, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced… дальше »

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How SEC's lawsuit dealt a "near-mortal blow" to Binance US

The lawsuit dealt a "near-mortal blow" to operations, the COO admitted. Trading volume at the US arm fell dramatically since the lawsuit. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) The post How SEC's lawsuit dealt a "near-mortal blow" to Binance US appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Terraform Labs Accuses SEC Of ‘Government Overreach’ In Legal Defense Dispute

In a recent court filing, bankrupt cryptocurrency firm Terraform Labs has strongly criticized the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its objection to a $166 million retainer paid to law firm Dentons. дальше »

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Ethereum price hits two-year high as network fees soar, SEC stalls on ETF decision

Transaction fees on the Ethereum blockchain experienced a significant surge in the past 24 hours, coinciding with ETH’s price surpassing $3,700, marking a two-year high. This development comes amid the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) delay in ruling on multiple pending spot ETH exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications. дальше »

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Terraform Labs refutes SEC’s allegations of running an ‘opaque slush fund’

Do Kwon’s Terraform Labs, the company responsible for the collapsed Terra cryptocurrency project, is currently entangled in a legal dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding accusations of a $166 million “slush fund,” as its bankruptcy proceedings… дальше »

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BlackRock seeks to purchase more Bitcoin ETFs

Investment giant BlackRock has filed a new application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to buy more Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs. According to an updated filing on the regulator’s website, BlackRock wants to buy more Bitcoin ETFs for its… дальше »

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SEC postpones decision on BlackRock and Fidelity’s Ethereum spot ETF

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has again postponed the deadline for a decision on BlackRock and Fidelity‘s applications to launch Ethereum (ETH) spot ETFs. Information about the application appeared on the regulator’s website. The SEC once again postponed… дальше »

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