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French regulator authorizes crypto operations for BPCE subsidiary
[yesterday 2:13 PM] BPCE’s crypto subsidiary, Hexarq, is the second banking crypto outfit to receive a nod from French regulator AMF after Société Générale’s Forge.
2024 in review: The UAE crypto legal chronicles
[yesterday 2:00 PM] 2024 cemented the UAE’s status as a global crypto hub as its landscape changed substantially with new stablecoin regulations, tax exemptions and stricter marketing rules.
Barclays-backed Copper withdraws UK crypto license application
[yesterday 9:57 AM] The UK FCA previously said that almost 90% of annual crypto license applications had failed as of September.
Morocco to Adopt a Legal Framework for Crypto Assets
[yesterday 5:30 AM] Morocco aims to regulate the use of crypto assets without hindering innovation in the crypto ecosystem. Legal Framework for Crypto Nears Adoption in Morocco A legislative framework governing crypto assets in Morocco is almost ready for adoption…
Craig Wright given suspended one-year sentence for contempt of court
[Dec 19 8:38 PM] A UK court ruled in March that Craig Wright was not Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, but he continued to file lawsuits “based on asserted intellectual property rights.“
Bitfinex hacker speaks out after sentencing
[Dec 19 4:38 PM] Ilya Lichtenstein urged his social media followers not to blame his wife — also implicated in money laundering — for the 2016 Bitfinex hack.
Vancouver’s Mayor Shares His Pro-Bitcoin Vision
[Dec 19 3:00 PM] Vancouver’s Mayor, Ken Sim, is a genuine Bitcoin enthusiast who’s doing his part to get Vancouver’s city council as well as its citizens to see what he sees when it comes to Bitcoin.And his efforts are starting to bear fruit.On December 11, 2024…
Binance.US plans to restore USD services in early 2025 — Interim CEO
[Dec 19 10:15 AM] Binance CEO Richard Teng recently said it was “premature” to discuss the exchange’s return to the US.
Alleged SEC hacker allowed to travel for the holidays
[Dec 18 9:02 PM] A federal judge has given Eric Council Jr., who pleaded not guilty to compromising the SEC’s X account, permission to travel to North Carolina between Dec. 23 and 29.
Bitcoin Policy Institute Drafts Executive Order for US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
[Dec 18 8:30 PM] The draft executive order by the Bitcoin Policy Institute seeks to extend the conversations regarding the U.S. establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve. Establishing Bitcoin as a National Asset for Americans The Bitcoin Policy Institute has drafted…
Judge won’t block Coinbase from delisting wBTC over Justin Sun claims
[Dec 18 8:24 PM] Coinbase will likely be able to move forward with its intention to suspend wBTC trading on Dec. 19 following a challenge in federal court.
Ethena Labs partners with Trump’s World Liberty Financial
[Dec 18 5:59 PM] The announcement comes fresh on the heels of World Liberty’s purchase of $500,000 worth of ENA tokens.
South Korean prosecutors seek 6 months for lawmaker who allegedly hid crypto
[Dec 18 5:10 PM] National Assembly member Kim Nam-kuk left South Korea’s Democratic Party in 2023 after allegations of cashing out $4 million in crypto holdings.
Trump’s inauguration may trigger crypto sell-off, says Arthur Hayes
[Dec 18 1:49 PM] Arthur Hayes published a “Trump Truth” blog post forecasting a massive crash in crypto markets following Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration in January.
Trump Delivers Speech at Washington Crypto Policy Summit
[Dec 18 10:30 AM] President Trump’s speech re-echoed his openness to engage in key crypto policy to position the U.S. as a global crypto powerhouse. U.S. Government Wants to Lead the Way on Bitcoin Donald Trump, incoming U.S. president delivered a goodwill…
President Biden proposes ban on congressional stock trading: Report
[Dec 17 8:14 PM] The US president, with only a month left in office, reportedly said “nobody in the Congress should be able to make money in the stock market” while serving the United States.
EU Securities and Markets Authority publishes final guidance for MiCA
[Dec 17 6:59 PM] This final guidance calls for a commonly adopted application of the definition of “financial instrument” across EU member states.
US lawmakers cancel session to consider Caroline Crenshaw’s nomination
[Dec 17 6:40 PM] The update to the calendar makes it unlikely lawmakers will be able to vote on the SEC commissioner’s nomination before the next session of Congress.
Trump meets with Crypto.com CEO as firm drops SEC lawsuit
[Dec 17 4:29 PM] The cryptocurrency exchange filed a suit against the SEC in October after receiving a Wells notice but dropped it the same day its CEO met with the US president-elect.
Trump Doubles Down on Regulation Cuts—Plans to Slash 10 Rules per New Policy
[Dec 17 2:30 AM] Donald Trump unveils an aggressive plan to slash 10 regulations for every new one, promising unprecedented deregulation to spur jobs, innovation, and economic growth. Regulation Overhaul: Trump’s Ambitious 10-for-1 Cut Strategy Explained U.S…
US lawmakers to make a last-ditch effort to confirm SEC commissioner
[Dec 16 8:46 PM] Caroline Crenshaw may still have one more chance to be confirmed for a second term as an SEC commissioner before the next session of Congress.
NYDFS approves BitLicense for Anchorage Digital subsidiary
[Dec 16 3:48 PM] With the addition of Anchorage’s New York arm, the New York financial regulator has approved 34 companies since the BitLicense scheme launched in 2015.
Canada’s finance minister resigns, citing ‘serious challenges’ from US
[Dec 16 3:11 PM] Chrystia Freeland said she would remain a member of Canada’s parliament but had resigned from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet.
Congress Shakeup: New Committee Chair Fuels Crypto Bulls With Digital Asset Agenda
[Dec 15 2:30 AM] Rep. French Hill’s election as House Financial Services Committee Chair signals a bullish outlook for crypto investors, with promises of regulatory clarity and innovation-friendly policies ahead. Digital Assets and Fintech Face a Turning Point With…
Elon Musk’s SEC Feud Sparks Outrage: Ripple, Ramaswamy, Palihapitiya Slam Corrupt Tactics
[Dec 15 12:30 AM] Elon Musk’s SEC battle has drawn criticism from Ripple’s legal chief, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Chamath Palihapitiya, who accuse the regulator of corruption, coercion, and partisan overreach. SEC Faces Backlash Over Elon Musk Case: Ripple’s Legal…
South African Regulator Grants 248 Crypto Licenses, Rejects 9 Applications
[Dec 14 9:30 PM] The South African financial regulator has issued 248 of the crypto asset service provider licenses it has received to date. 9 Applications Rejected The South African financial regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), has issued a…
US Senator: New Treasury Secretary Will Champion Digital Assets
[Dec 14 2:30 AM] A senator hails Scott Bessent as a champion for digital assets, backing his Treasury Secretary nomination to advance a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and reshape U.S. fiscal policy. The Pro-Crypto Leader Poised to Shape US Fiscal Policy U.S. Senator…
Japanese lawmaker ‘Satoshi’ questions gov’t plans for Bitcoin reserve
[Dec 13 7:01 PM] Satoshi Yamada asked the Japanese government whether it could "convert part of its foreign exchange reserves" into Bitcoin or another token.