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Binance Confirms Access Restrictions on Sanctioned Russian Users

[Oct 1 3:30 AM] Crypto exchange Binance says it is complying with international sanctions by denying sanctioned Russian individuals and entities access to its platform. “Compliance remains our top priority. We are deeply committed to our users and…

Sberbank to Join Russia’s Crypto Settlement Pilot This Fall, Executive Reveals

[Sep 5 6:30 AM] Sberbank, Russia’s largest financial institution, plans to join a cryptocurrency settlement pilot program this fall. The bank also aims to serve clients using digital rubles by 2025. Deputy Chairman Anatoly Popov supports regulatory efforts…

UN Raises Human Rights Concerns in Telegram Founder Pavel Durov’s Case

[Sep 3 9:30 PM] The United Nations has expressed serious concerns about the arrest and charges against Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, citing potential human rights issues. A U.N. spokeswoman called for adherence to international human rights standards…

SEC files final response in Ripple XRP case

[May 8 1:30 AM] The SEC argues that Ripple’s claims do not negate the need for injunctions to prevent future violations.

Coinbase Targets Regulatory Clarity in International Expansion Plan

[Sep 8, 2023 3:07 AM] Coinbase is looking at "markets that are enacting clear rules" for the crypto industry, with the European Union, U.K., Canada, Brazil, Singapore and Australia its near-term priorities.

Financial Stability Board Calls for Tougher Global Crypto Rules After Year of Turmoil

[Jul 17, 2023 1:00 AM] The standard-setter called for crypto companies to adapt now, after allegations of misuse of client funds at FTX

JPMorgan Analysts Say Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Is ‘Unlikely to Be a Game Changer for Crypto Markets’

[Jul 8, 2023 2:00 PM] In a report published on Thursday, JPMorgan analysts suggest that the approval of a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is “unlikely to be a game changer for crypto markets.”…

French Authorities Raid 5 Major Banks Over Accusations of Money Laundering and Fiscal Fraud

[Mar 28, 2023 1:00 PM] On Tuesday, French officials conducted raids on five major banks located in and around Paris, including Societe Generale, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Natixis, and BNP’s Exane Bank, over alleged charges of money laundering and fiscal fraud. According…

Aussies revealed as prime targets of Israel crypto scam syndicate

[Feb 24, 2023 12:07 AM] Evidence found that Australians were one of the top countries targeted in a sophisticated cryptocurrency investment scam network, which has suspected kingpins in Israel.

China-backed Blockchain Project Proposes SWIFT Alternative for Stablecoins and CBDCs

[Jan 23, 2023 3:30 AM] The company developing China’s blockchain network wants to create a system for international settlements with stablecoins and state-issued digital currencies. The plan is to establish a platform facilitating the use of these two fiat-based…

Coinbase CEO: Regulate centralized actors but leave DeFi alone

[Dec 20, 2022 1:00 AM] Armstrong said that because centralized exchanges and custodians have the most risk of causing consumer harm, regulators must focus there first and foremost.