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Judge sides with Ripple again, denies SEC appeal: Law Decoded
Crypto lawyers are seemingly divided over the significance of a court order to dismiss the SEC’s motion.
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US considering application of Electronic Fund Transfer Act to crypto accounts
The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is evaluating the application of the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) to cryptocurrency platforms. The move aims to bolster consumer protections in a market plagued by recent significant hacks on platforms like Axie Infinity, Crypto. дальше »
2023-10-8 14:00
Binance says it will operate under new UK rules despite earlier withdrawal
Binance announced on Oct. 6 that it has launched a new subpage to serve its U. K. customers in light of changing regulations. The exchange company said that, in compliance with the U. K. ’s updated Financial Promotion Regime, www. дальше »
2023-10-8 06:12
SEC hits back at Coinbase’s request to dismiss case
On Oct. 4, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) submitted a court filing opposing Coinbase’s attempts to dismiss a suit filed by SEC, which alleges that the crypto exchange has violated multiple securities laws. дальше »
2023-10-5 23:20
Ripple Secures Crypto Payments License in Singapore, Eyes APAC Growth
With a new Singapore license, Ripple can drive the adoption of its crypto payments solutions in Asia Pacific. дальше »
2023-10-4 18:31
Ripple Wins Court Fight as Judge Rejects SEC Appeal
Judge denies SEC appeal in landmark Ripple case, handing victory to crypto firm as high-stakes trial looms. дальше »
2023-10-4 04:03
Coinbase Gets Approval to Offer Crypto Payments Services in Singapore
Coinbase secures a Major Payment Institution license to provide digital token services to retail and institutional clients. дальше »
2023-10-2 21:03
Grayscale Ethereum Trust Seeks SEC Approval to Convert to Spot ETF
Grayscale seeks SEC approval to convert $5B Ethereum Trust into spot ETF, advancing Ether further into regulatory perimeter. дальше »
2023-10-2 19:04
Crypto Scam Alert: CFTC Launches Lawsuit Against Mosaic Exchange
In a significant move targeting the crypto industry, the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a civil enforcement action against Mosaic Exchange Limited, a Pennsylvania limited liability company, and its owner and Chief Executive Officer, Sean Michael. дальше »
2023-9-30 01:00
Terra’s Do Kwon and Daniel Shin conspired to falsify transactions, chat logs show
According to a Sept. 22 filing, the co-founders of the now-defunct Terra blockchain project are alleged to have planned to create fraudulent transactions during the project’s development. There, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) noted that Terraform Labs partnered with a payments app called Chai, supposedly so that the latter app could settle transactions on-chain. дальше »
2023-9-30 00:40
SEC Rushes Ethereum Futures ETF Approvals Before Government Shutdown
Ethereum futures ETFs from Valkyrie, VanEck, ProShares and more expected to start trading next week as SEC rushes approvals before shutdown. дальше »
2023-9-30 21:54
Report: Gemini to stop offering services in the Netherlands
Gemini will reportedly cease operations in the Netherlands due to regulatory requirements imposed by the De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) дальше »
2023-9-30 17:20
How Hong Kong became the new hub for cryptocurrencies
In just a year, Hong Kong has moved from being a cryptocurrency-unfriendly region to claiming the top spot among the most cryptocurrency-ready countries and territories. What is the reason for such dramatic changes? дальше »
2023-9-29 12:04
SEC launches proceedings to determine fate of spot Bitcoin ETFs, invites public comment
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) submitted several filings on Sept. 28 that concern pending spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Those filings act as orders that institute proceedings through which the SEC will determine whether to approve or reject proposed rule changes. дальше »
2023-9-29 02:10
Coinbase To Offer Perpetual Futures To Retail Traders Outside the US
Coinbase expands its crypto derivatives offering beyond institutions to retail traders, bringing perpetual futures to non-US markets. дальше »
2023-9-29 20:19
Brazil’s central bank to implement tight crypto laws
The governor of Banco Central do Brasil, the country's central bank, announced plans to tighten crypto regulations due to rising adoption дальше »
2023-9-28 15:22
SEC postpones delays on ARK 21Shares proposed spot Bitcoin ETF until January 2024
In a filing dated Sept. 26, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) deferred its decision on a major spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), causing further delay to the final verdict on the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF. дальше »
2023-9-27 02:10
SEC Told to Approve Bitcoin Spot ETF ‘Immediately’ by Congress
Congress accuses SEC of unfair bitcoin ETF policies, demanding equal treatment of spot and futures funds after court ruling against agency. дальше »
2023-9-27 00:58
SEC objects to Coinbase’s proposed role in Celsius bankruptcy plan
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Sept. 23 filed an objection to part of a reorganization plan advanced by bankrupt crypto firm Celsius. That filing indicates that Celsius aims to have the crypto exchange Coinbase act as a distribution agent and return funds to former users affected by its collapse. дальше »
2023-9-26 00:00
South Korea to screen major shareholders of crypto exchanges over eligibility concerns
Financial authorities in South Korea intend to initiate stringent eligibility reviews for major shareholders of cryptocurrency exchanges, mirroring the standards upheld within the banking sector, local media reported on Sept. дальше »
2023-9-25 10:35
Op-ed: India’s dalliance with crypto ends in a win-win situation
The following is a guest post from Rajagopal Menon, Vice President at WazirX. India’s crypto ecosystem finally has something to smile about following the conclusion of the G20 summit. The G20, representing the world’s most influential economies, fully endorsed the recommendations from the IMF and FSB as a Synthesis paper. дальше »
2023-9-25 16:00
Generational wealth shift poised to reshape U.S. investment trends and market dynamics
Quick Take U. S. wealth, as per Federal Reserve data, stands at approximately $140 trillion, a vast treasure trove colored by generational divisions. These differences are thrown into stark relief when one considers that baby boomers oversee approximately $78 trillion in assets, predominantly in equities and real estate. дальше »
2023-9-25 10:08
Europe calls on non-EU nations to tighten crypto regulation
The European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS) suggests stricter supervision of the crypto market to enhance stability and foster growth дальше »
2023-9-22 15:49
WazirX says India will likely keep onerous crypto taxes until 2025
Tax relief for crypto transactions in India is unlikely for at least two more years, according to WazirX CEO Nischal Shetty дальше »
2023-9-22 11:55
eToro Gains Approval to Offer Crypto Trading in Europe
The trading platform eToro can now offer compliant crypto services in the EU after getting registration from CySEC in Cyprus. дальше »
2023-9-22 21:00
Gensler says U.S. government shutdown would reduce SEC to skeleton crew
Gary Gensler, chair of the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), told Bloomberg on Sept. 20 that a government shutdown could hinder his agency. Other reports indicate that the U. S. government could shut down on Oct. дальше »
2023-9-21 01:40
Federal Reserve holds rates steady amid inflation concerns; future hikes still possible
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) confirmed today that the benchmark interest rates will remain steady at 5. 25% to 5. 50%. Speaking after the meeting, US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, was anticipated by many, especially considering the 525 basis point increase in the policy rate since March 2022. дальше »
2023-9-21 23:50
Brazilian lawmakers propose to protect crypto from seizure
Brazilian lawmakers are considering a bill that would include cryptocurrencies in the list of assets protected from creditors’ seizure. The bill, authored by Deputy Carlos Bezerra, aims to give cryptocurrency holders the same protection as personal savings, which are exempt… дальше »
2023-9-20 14:40
Former UK politician says crypto exchanges pressed him
The former FCA chairman claims he faced “political pressure” to welcome crypto firms, which are now under criminal investigation by U.S. authorities. Charles Randell, a former chairman of the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), said he was under “political pressure”… дальше »
2023-9-20 12:37
Grayscale applies for new Ethereum futures ETF
Grayscale has submitted a filing for a new Ethereum futures exchange-traded fund (ETF), the Wall Street Journal said on Sept. 19. According to that report, Grayscale submitted its filing under the Securities Act of 1933. дальше »
2023-9-20 05:00
SEC enforcement official warns more charges are on the horizon, including for DeFi protocols
Speaking at the SEC’s Securities Enforcement Forum Central, the Commission’s head of crypto enforcement warned that more companies and projects are under investigation and that more charges could be expected. дальше »
2023-9-20 01:30
Joe Biden addresses UN on international AI regulation: ‘It’s going to take all of us’
In a Sept. 19 address to the United Nations, U. S. President Joe Biden expressed an urgent need for preemptive regulation of artificial intelligence, inverting the existing paradigm that has seen a scramble to create regulations for such products post-release. дальше »
2023-9-20 21:00
Coinbase to begin new campaign to advance US legislation
Coinbase is launching a comprehensive paid media campaign to urge crypto users to contact their members of Congress to address the need for regulatory clarity of the crypto industry. As part of this campaign, the second-largest crypto exchange is also… дальше »
2023-9-20 20:48
Op-ed: What the crypto industry must do to survive the wrath of the SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been keeping a watchful eye on the cryptocurrency industry, raising concerns about its lack of regulation. The agency has made it clear that it views many cryptocurrencies as securities and, therefore subject to federal securities laws. дальше »
2023-9-19 07:00
OpenSea, Rarible, and more NFT marketplaces restrict Stoner Cats following SEC action
At least three non-fungible trading (NFT) marketplaces have restricted trading on the cartoon NFT collection Stoner Cats as of Sept. 18. The project is the brainchild of actress Mila Kunis, who also voices a character in an animated web series that accompanies the NFT collection. дальше »
2023-9-19 02:10
New York Department of Financial Services updates crypto listing rules with immediate effect
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) outlined new requirements for virtual currency business entities in the state on Sept. 18. According to the Wall Street Journal, the new rules focus largely on cryptocurrency delistings. дальше »
2023-9-19 00:50
China to establish regulatory standards for metaverse
Beijing is seeking a way to put regulatory burden on the yet-to-be-developed next internet iteration. China is set to form a working group to develop standards for the metaverse as the country sees a big future for the technology. According… дальше »
2023-9-18 17:40
Japanese crypto exchange JPEX to pause interest rewards as partners freeze funds
The Japan-based crypto exchange JPEX said it will pause a key feature at the start of the week in an announcement published Sept. 17. JPEX said that it will delist all Earn Trading transactions on Sept. дальше »
2023-9-18 02:00
CZ says Binance.US needed new leadership amid ‘hostile’ regulatory environment
Binance CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao took to social media to quell negative rumors related to the departure of Binance. US CEO Brian Shroder and said that the current regulatory challenges required new leadership for the exchange. дальше »
2023-9-16 21:00
Hong Kong regulator warns on crypto firms mislabeled as ‘banks’
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has cautioned the public against crypto firms that describe themselves as banks or offer products termed as deposits. On Sept. 15, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public statement expressing concern over crypto… дальше »
2023-9-15 23:00
Binance’s CZ regulations prevent market from adding 100m users
Binance’s founder says challenges related to fiat ramps can prevent the market from onboarding the next 100 million users. Trouble seems to be brewing on the horizon for the crypto market as tight regulations forced traditional institutions to pull away… дальше »
2023-9-15 16:10
Hong Kong lawmaker quiets crypto stability concerns raised by Ethereum co-founder
Hong Kong Legislative Council member Johnny Ng has invited Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin to the region so that he can gain insights into its approach to cryptocurrency projects, according to a Sept. дальше »
2023-9-15 11:35
ByBit denies earlier reports that the exchange will exit UK
ByBit announced on Sept. 14 that it intends to continue operating its crypto exchange in the U. K. , contradicting earlier reports that it would exit that country. On Twitter/X, a company spokesperson wrote: “We consider the UK to be a highly important market for the advancement of crypto and blockchain technologies. дальше »
2023-9-15 01:45
Bybit denies earlier reports that the exchange will exit UK
Bybit announced on Sept. 14 that it intends to continue operating its crypto exchange in the U. K. , contradicting earlier reports that it would exit that country. On Twitter/X, a company spokesperson wrote: “We consider the UK to be a highly important market for the advancement of crypto and blockchain technologies. дальше »
2023-9-15 01:45
European lawmakers approve crypto tax regulatory initiative
European lawmakers overwhelmingly approved the DAC8 directive, empowering tax authorities to oversee and regulate cryptocurrency transactions within the EU. On Sept. 13, the proposal got 535 member votes in favor, only 57 against, and 60 abstentions. The DAC8 will enable… дальше »
2023-9-14 16:31
Nasdaq executive says BlackRock’s first Bitcoin ETF rejection was ‘purely procedural,’ not final
An early dismissal of BlackRock’s planned spot Bitcoin ETF should not affect its eventual success, according to statements from Nasdaq executive Giang Bui on Sept. 13. BlackRock filed an application for a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) on June 15. дальше »
2023-9-14 03:00
European Parliament passes DAC8 crypto tax reporting requirements by ten-to-one margin
The European Parliament has approved DAC8, a measure that introduces tax reporting requirements for crypto transactions across the European Union (EU). With a decisive vote of 535 in favor, 57 against, and 60 abstentions, the proposed rule has cleared its final legislative hurdle and is set to become law. дальше »
2023-9-14 01:40
SEC sues Stoner Cats in second major NFT enforcement case; project settles for $1M
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Stoner Cats 2 LLC (SC2), the creator of the web series Stoner Cats, with conducting an unregistered offering of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), marking the second major enforcement action by the SEC in the NFT space. дальше »
2023-9-14 20:20
Ripple Will Do 80% of Its Hiring This Year Outside the U.S: Bloomberg
Brad Garlinghouse said the firm will look into hiring in countries where there is regulatory clarity. дальше »
2023-9-13 13:20
Elizabeth Warren criticizes upcoming closed-door AI summit between senators, tech leaders
Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized a series of upcoming meetings with AI industry leaders in a conversation with NBC on Sept. 12. There, Warren commented on the closed nature of proceedings, stating: “These tech billionaires want to lobby Congress behind closed doors with no questions asked. дальше »