MiCA: Winners and losers of new EU crypto laws as deadline looms

MiCA will finally give crypto firms in Europe clear rules of the road to follow — but it could potentially threaten the dominance of the world’s biggest stablecoin issuer. December 30 is shaping up to be a big day in… дальше »

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Congress lacking crypto education will lead to ‘bad laws’ — Coinbase CSO

Phillip Martin told Cointelegraph that Coinbase has focused on educating lawmakers on crypto as they “make much better decisions” on regulation. дальше »

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MrBeast allegedly reaped $10M promoting and dumping altcoins

The YouTube creator doesn’t appear to have broken any laws, but his actions have sparked ethical concerns within the crypto community. дальше »

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FTX's Salame Hoped Dog Bite Would Delay Prison, But Tucker Carlson Derailed Effort

Former FTX executive Ryan Salame, convicted of violating U.S. election laws in his contribution of millions of dollars in the previous congressional elections, has been rebuffed in an 11th-hour attempt to delay his prison sentence to treat a dog bite to his face. дальше »

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SEC Commissioner says agency’s approach to crypto has been a “disaster for the whole industry”

SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda said the agency hasn’t provided guidance on securities laws His comments come as Crypto.com sues the SEC for overreaching its regulatory authority over crypto after receiving a Wells notice A US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) commissioner has said that the agency’s approach to crypto has been a “disaster for the […] The post SEC Commissioner says agency’s approach to crypto has been a “disaster for the whole industry” appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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SEC sues crypto market maker Cumberland DRW

SEC has sued market maker Cumberland over offering and sale of unregistered securities. The regulator says Cumberland violated the US securities laws by operating as an unregistered dealer. The US Securities and Exchange Commission has sued Cumberland DRW LLC, a Chicago-based crypto market maker, for acting as an unregistered securities dealer. дальше »

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OpenAI files motion to dismiss Elon Musk lawsuit over ‘baseless’ claims

OpenAI filed a motion to dismiss Elon Musk’s high-profile lawsuit, which accused the firm of breaching contracts, engaging in fraud, and violating racketeering laws. The motion, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, argues that Musk’s claims are legally unfounded and are part of a broader strategy to gain a […] The post OpenAI files motion to dismiss Elon Musk lawsuit over ‘baseless’ claims appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Discord blocked in Russia for failing to meet content law requirements

Russia fines and blocks Discord for failing to comply with laws aimed at preventing illegal online activities. The post Discord blocked in Russia for failing to meet content law requirements appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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EU regulator urged to unify crypto rules for ETFs amid fractured regional laws

21Shares, a crypto investment firm, has called on the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) to establish standardized regulations for incorporating crypto into UCITS (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) funds, according to an Oct. дальше »

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The UAE Exempts Crypto Transactions from VAT

The UAE updated its tax laws to exempt crypto transactions from value-added tax. The change will take effect on November 15 but retroactively apply to transactions from January 1, 2018. The UAE government amended its regulations around value-added tax laws to exclude digital assets and transactions involving them. дальше »

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IMF urges El Salvador to narrow Bitcoin laws amid loan negotiations

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended that El Salvador narrow the scope of its Bitcoin (BTC) law and strengthen regulatory oversight during ongoing talks regarding a potential lending program, Bloomberg News reported, citing IMF Director of Communications Julie Kozack. дальше »

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Japan reforms crypto gaming laws: What to expect?

Japan to make significant amendments to its crypto gaming laws. The reforms aimed to position Japan as a leader in the rapidly growing blockchain gaming sector. Japan’s Financial Services The post Japan reforms crypto gaming laws: What to expect? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Taiwan’s new AML laws put crypto firms on notice

The Taiwanese FSC has released new Anti-Money Laundering laws that will replace its current regulations and require full compliance of VASPs.  дальше »

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Ripple to fight SEC’s appeal over XRP’s non-security status

Ripple Labs will fight the United States Securities and Exchange Commission’s appeal of the court ruling that determined retail XRP sales were not in violation of securities laws. In an Oct. 3 X post, Ripple (XRP) CEO Brad Galinghouse vowed… дальше »

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XRP Lawsuit: SEC Nears Ripple Appeal Deadline as Congress Pressures Gensler for Crypto Laws

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has a deadline of October 7 to appeal Judge Analisa Torres’s ruling that XRP secondary sales are non-securities. Judge Torres’s landmark ruling in July 2023 marked a major development in the years-long tussle between Ripple and the US securities regulator. дальше »

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Japan’s FSA to review cryptocurrency regulations, paving way for tax cuts and crypto ETFs

Japan’s FSA is set to revisit its crypto laws, with possible tax cuts and ETF approvals in sight. дальше »

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Dogecoin Creator Pushes SEC Chair To Declare DOGE A Non-Security, Just Like Bitcoin

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Swiss SIX stock exchange explores setting up crypto arm in Europe

The Swiss stock exchange is considering launching a crypto trading platform in Europe, aiming to attract traditional investors by leveraging Switzerland’s crypto-friendly laws. The Swiss stock exchange operator, SIX Group, is considering establishing a new platform in Europe for crypto… дальше »

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California passes package of laws to combat election deepfakes

California governor Gavin Newsom signed three bills aimed at battling deepfake election content while on stage at a conference in San Francisco. дальше »

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SEC commissioners argue securities laws are unnecessary in Flyfish NFT case

SEC Commissioners Hester M. Peirce and Mark T. Uyeda criticized the regulator’s enforcement action against the Flyfish Club non-fungible token (NFT) collection. In a Sept. 16 letter, the commissioners argued that securities laws are not applicable in this case. дальше »

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Kraken Challenges SEC Securities Label Against Digital Assets  

Kraken disputes SEC's claim that tokens like ADA, ALGO, and SOL are securities, citing unclear laws and the Howey test's limits. The post Kraken Challenges SEC Securities Label Against Digital Assets   appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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EToro to cease all crypto trading except BTC, BCH, ETH

EToro reached a $1.5 million settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission over alleged violations of federal securities laws. According to an greement disclosed by the SEC, eToro also agreed to cease nearly all cryptocurrency trading and transactions for… дальше »

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Australian crypto investors ‘sitting on the sidelines’ for clearer laws: Swyftx CEO

Crypto exchange Swyftx estimates anywhere from two to six million Australians could enter the market if regulated.

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Digital Chamber urges lawmakers to classify NFTs as consumer goods amid SEC enforcement concerns

The Digital Chamber (TDC) has called on Congress to pass legislation that would define certain non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as consumer goods and exempt them from federal securities laws. The move follows growing concerns over the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent enforcement actions, including the issuance of a Wells notice to NFT marketplace OpenSea. дальше »

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Worldcoin Traders Face Scrutiny in Singapore For Potential Financial Crimes

Singaporean authorities probe traders violating payment laws linked to Worldcoin. Global privacy concerns rise as regulatory scrutiny intensifies. The post Worldcoin Traders Face Scrutiny in Singapore For Potential Financial Crimes appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Kraken criticizes Australia’s ‘uncertain’ crypto rules after court ruling

Kraken is calling for clearer crypto regulations in Australia after a Federal Court ruled that part of its margin extension product violated local laws. Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is advocating for clearer crypto regulations in Australia after a Federal Court ruled… дальше »

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Indian regulators to clear offshore crypto exchanges after strict AML review

India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-India) is reportedly set to approve two more offshore crypto exchanges to resume operations in the country by the end of the 2025 fiscal year, following a thorough review of their compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) laws. дальше »

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Robinhood's crypto division to pay $3.9M settlement over halt on withdrawals

Settlement related to charges associated with violations of commodities laws Robinhood's crypto arm is just the latest crypto-entity to fall victim to regulatory enforcement RobinhooThe post Robinhood's crypto division to pay $3. дальше »

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FTX bankruptcy faces new hurdles as SEC flags repayment concerns

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a filing expressing concerns over the proposed repayment strategy in the ongoing FTX bankruptcy case. The plan, which includes repaying creditors through stablecoins or other digital assets, has prompted the SEC to reserve the right to challenge these transactions under federal securities laws. дальше »

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Australian regulator claims win over Kraken’s Bit Trade in federal court 

A court has found Bit Trade offered a product without following design and distribution obligations and acted as a credit facility, in violation of Australian laws.  дальше »

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Former FTX-tied politician accused of campaign finance crime

Michelle Bond, the partner of former FTX executive Ryan Salame, has been accused of violating U.S. campaign finance laws, according to an unsealed indictment. Ex-Congressional aspirant Michelle Bond was accused of financing her failed 2022 New York House campaign with… дальше »

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Crypto Airdrops Ban U.S. Users, but Americans Are Claiming Tokens Anyway

Airdrop geoblocks help projects avoid tangling with U.S. laws. But the safeguards aren't very effective. America's crypto scene doesn't respect the rules they help write. дальше »

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China’s supreme court recognizes crypto in landmark AML law update

China’s highest court and its public prosecution agency have for the first time recognized crypto transactions in their revised interpretation of the country’s anti-money laundering laws. At a joint press conference on Aug. дальше »

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Senator Chuck Schumer pledges pro-crypto laws if Harris is president

Speaking at the Crypto4Harris event, the majority senate leader says he will make it his goal to introduce pro-crypto legislation by the end of this year if Kamala Harris is elected president. дальше »

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SEC Files Fraud Charges Against Promoters of NovaTech, Alleged $650M Crypto Pyramid Scheme

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed suit against an alleged crypto pyramid scheme, NovaTech, and eight of its promoters on Monday, charging them with fraud and multiple violations of federal securities laws. дальше »

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Venezuela restricts access to Binance and X amid election unrest

Venezuelan government blocks Binance, X, Reddit, and Signal amid election unrest. CANTV, Venezuela’s state ISP, enforces the blockade as part of a crypto crackdown. President Maduro accuses Elon Musk of inciting protests and violating laws. дальше »

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Tether set to double workforce by mid-2025

Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced plans to double its workforce by mid-2025 to bolster compliance with regulatory laws. Per a recent interview with Bloomberg, chief executive officer Paulo Ardoino said Tether Holdings Ltd. is looking to expand its workforce to… дальше »

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Russia’s Putin gives green light to Bitcoin mining legalization

Two years after nearly banning Bitcoin and BTC mining, Russia has embraced the leading cryptocurrency to some degree. On Aug. 8, Russian President Vladimir Putin officially legalized Bitcoin (BTC) and digital asset mining by signing new laws. Henceforth, a national… дальше »

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Ripple hit with $125m fine for securities violations; XRP surges 18% post-ruling

U.S. District Judge Analisa Torres has imposed a $125 million fine on Ripple Labs for violating securities laws. In a judgment delivered on Aug. 7, Judge Torres found that 1,278 institutional sales of Ripple (XRP) went against section 5 of… дальше »

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Coinbase denies violating campaign finance laws with $25M donation

Crypto exchange Coinbase has rejected claims that it breached campaign finance laws. Alleged violations On July 30, crypto researcher Molly White alleged that the crypto trading platform’s $25 million donation to Fairshake, a crypto Super Political Action Committee (PAC), might have violated campaign finance rules. дальше »

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Coinbase faces campaign finance violation allegations over $25m super PAC donation

Coinbase faces allegations of violating campaign finance laws with a multi-million donation to the Fairshake super PAC, though the exchange labels these claims “misinformation.” Coinbase, the U.S. public cryptocurrency exchange, is under scrutiny for a potential breach of campaign finance… дальше »

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Coinbase denies accusation it violated campaign finance laws

Describing the allegations as “misinformation,” Coinbase chief legal officer Paul Grewal said Coinbase was exempt from certain campaign finance regulations, as it is not a federal contractor. дальше »

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Does the SEC Really Have Jurisdiction Over NFT Art? Two Artists Sue SEC to Get an Answer

Two American artists filed suit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday, seeking a declaratory judgment from a Louisiana court that their forthcoming non-fungible token (NFT) projects would not violate U.S. securities laws. дальше »

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Russia Legalizes Crypto Mining and Brings an Experimental Regime

Russia's lower house of the Federal Assembly, known as the State Duma, has passed two crypto-related laws on Tuesday, a Russia based policy expert told CoinDesk and Ria Novosti, Russia's state-owned domestic news agency reported. дальше »

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BitClout founder ‘Diamondhands’ charged with securities fraud

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has accused BitClout founder Nader Al-Naji of fraud and violating federal securities laws. According to the SEC complaint filed in a U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, Al-Naji offered unregistered… дальше »

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South Korea's strict laws on crypto exchanges come into force

The new regulations issued by South Korea’s watchdog to protect user assets on crypto exchanges went into effect on July 19.

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New EEA handbook to address regulatory ambiguity in DeFi laws

The Enterprise Ethereum Alliance (EEA) has launched a comprehensive DeFi Risk Assessment Guidelines handbook aimed at demystifying the complexities and regulatory uncertainties surrounding decentralized finance (DeFi). дальше »

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Russia advances new crypto mining bill - Here's everything to know!

Russia crypto mining bill is now set for parliament. The laws will require crypto miners to register and disclose amount they mine. After delays from the State Duma, the Russian crypto mininThe post Russia advances new crypto mining bill - Here's everything to know! appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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BitMEX admits to not establishing anti-laundering rules per Bank Secrecy Act

BitMEX founders faced penalties for ignoring AML laws, compromising U.S. financial integrity from 2015-2020. Despite past settlements, BitMEX plead guilty to BSA violations, highlighting persisThe post BitMEX admits to not establishing anti-laundering rules per Bank Secrecy Act appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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CFTC Chair Declares 70-80% of Crypto Assets Are Not Securities

CFTC Chairman Behnam claims 70-80% of crypto assets aren’t securities, advocating for CFTC regulation to simplify and clarify crypto laws. The post CFTC Chair Declares 70-80% of Crypto Assets Are Not Securities appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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