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Bybit bags provisional crypto license from Dubai regulator

[today 10:03 AM] The Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) has granted Bybit a non-operational license to serve retail and institutional crypto investors in Dubai.

Nigeria Accuses Four Crypto Traders of Forex Regulations Violations

[Sep 13 8:30 PM] The Nigerian government has filed criminal charges against four individuals and several firms for allegedly conducting illegal crypto transactions, including USDT to naira conversions, without a banking license. The four are Ejiogu A. Chinedu…

Wazirx Users May Face Delays Amid Binance Dispute and Moratorium Uncertainty

[Sep 13 2:35 PM] Indian cryptocurrency exchange Wazirx has warned users that they may have to wait until the dispute with Binance is resolved if the moratorium, filed in Singapore, is not granted. Wazirx explained that Zettai holds the cryptocurrency tokens under…

Hybrid crypto exchange GRVT receives $3.3B monthly volume commitment

[Sep 9 9:54 AM] The significant contractual volume commitment from the 16 market makers comes shortly ahead of GRVT’s mainnet launch in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Nigeria’s SEC to crack down on unregulated crypto exchanges

[Sep 9 9:01 AM] Nigeria’s SEC will enforce regulations on unregulated crypto businesses as it aims to protect investors and encourage innovation in the growing market.

Binance CEO says CZ is banned from managing or operating the exchange

[Sep 5 7:36 PM] A plea deal filed in November 2023 asked prosecutors to consider that Changpeng Zhao was prohibited from “any present or future involvement in operating or managing” Binance.

Okx Approved to Provide Cross-Border Payment Services in Singapore

[Sep 3 5:30 AM] Global crypto exchange Okx has secured a license from Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), allowing it to offer digital payment token services. Gracie Lin, the newly appointed CEO of Okx’s Singapore…

OKX bags Singapore crypto license

[Sep 2 7:15 AM] OKX Singapore also announced that it onboarded Gracie Lin, who previously worked at MAS, as its CEO. 

24X Exchange files amended application that could bring 24/7 trading to crypto ETFs

[Aug 30 6:05 PM] It would be the first time crypto ETF shares that could be traded after-hours in the US. 

Binance under scrutiny for seizing Palestinian crypto funds

[Aug 27 12:40 PM] Binance denied reports suggesting that the crypto exchange seized funds from all Palestinians, stating that only a small number of accounts was restricted.

US authorities oppose ex-FTX exec’s motion to void plea deal

[Aug 26 5:01 PM] The US Attorney’s Office said Ryan Salame made a “demonstrably false” allegation by claiming prosecutors did not intend to continue investigating his partner, Michelle Bond.

WazirX slams external forces for delaying restructuring efforts

[Aug 25 9:02 AM] This restructuring plan is expected to provide greater clarity on the steps WazirX will take to stabilize its operations and protect its users’ interests.

WazirX announces INR withdrawals will resume on Aug. 26

[Aug 23 6:04 PM] The crypto exchange did not provide a timeline on when crypto withdrawals might resume, citing legal issues.

Upbit to pause NEAR deposits for network upgrade

[Aug 23 9:25 AM] Upbit ensures uninterrupted NEAR trading while suspending deposit and withdrawal services amid a crucial network upgrade.

Crypto firms contributed 48% of all corporate political donations in 2024: Report

[Aug 21 6:41 PM] Splits in the US House and Senate coupled with many expected tight elections could allow crypto interest groups to potentially "tip control of Congress one way or the other."

US regulator fines crypto fund $150K for illicit Bitcoin loan

[Aug 20 8:58 PM] It’s part of the fallout from the industry-wide liquidity crunch triggered by FTX in 2022.  

Private transactions now dominate Ethereum order flow: Report

[Aug 20 5:49 PM] Private orders consume more than 50% of gas used on Ethereum, according to Blocknative.

Binance dominates among Chinese crypto users, X provides guidance

[Aug 19 6:07 PM] A survey of more than 2,000 Chinese speakers shows clear favorites and frequent appeals for supernatural assistance.

Bybit receives VASP, card operator registration in Argentina

[Aug 16 5:39 PM] Bybit’s registration as a virtual asset service provider was made possible by a law passed in July.

NYSE, Nasdaq withdraw 3 more requests for crypto ETF options rule changes

[Aug 16 4:44 PM] Activity keeps heating up around Bitcoin and Ether ETF options.

Binance reaches $1.7M agreement with Brazilian securities regulator

[Aug 14 7:52 PM] Brazil’s CVM issued a warning to the crypto exchange in 2020 that it was offering residents derivatives products without authorization.

Exchanges gear up crypto advocacy in Canada as elections loom

[Aug 14 7:32 PM] Cointelegraph’s Sam Bourgi discussed Canada’s evolving regulatory landscape with Kraken and Coinbase at the Blockchain Futurist Conference, highlighting areas where the country still lags.

Canada needs to overhaul crypto regulations — Coinbase exec

[Aug 13 5:30 PM] The Canadian government has previously come under fire for undermining the economic freedom of its citizens and freezing crypto donations.

Crypto Biz: Massive inflows to exchanges amid market turbulence

[Aug 9 9:00 PM] This week’s Crypto Biz examines Hong Kong’s crypto ETF market, Morgan Stanley’s green light for Bitcoin funds, Xapo Bank license in the UK, and Core Scientific’s billionaire deal with CoreWeave.

Synthetix to add Chainlink when v3 exchange launches on Arbitrum

[Aug 9 7:09 PM] It could be followed with deployments on Optimism and Base.

Regulators postpone listing decision for Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF

[Aug 9 4:35 PM] If approved, the ETF would be the first US fund to hold a diversified portfolio of spot cryptocurrencies.

Bitrace warns of new crypto scam using QR codes

[Aug 8 7:45 PM] The scam starts with a small payment of Tether (USDT) to the user.

Coinbase to expand use of Vaults for secure crypto custody — Executive

[Aug 8 5:18 PM] Coinbase currently holds approximately $270 million in customer assets.

Jump likely shuttered development arm, not trading — 1000x co-host

[Aug 7 9:14 PM] Jonah Van Bourg expects Jump’s quantitative crypto trading business is continuing to operate as before.

US Presidential election now a ‘tossup’ — Polymarket

[Aug 7 4:40 PM] Donald Trump still has a slight lead on the betting platform, but Harris is closing in.