FTX Examiner Appointment Referred to Court of Appeals by District Judge
[May 30, 2023 9:32 AM] The U.S. government is pushing to have an independent inquiry into the crypto exchange despite concerns over cost
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Crypto Exchange bitFlyer Aligns Itself With FATF 'Travel Rule' With New Restrictions
[May 30, 2023 6:22 AM] The company is only allowing crypto and transfers to platforms that comply with Coinbase-led Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST).
India's RBI Intends to Push G-20 to Focus on Crypto's Macro Risks
[May 30, 2023 6:02 AM] India's central bank is trying to expand the global narrative around cryptocurrencies beyond "financial stability and integrity to macro-financial and cross-sectoral implications and risks of crypto-assets.
ECB Finalizes Digital Euro Prototypes as Development Decision Looms
[May 30, 2023 3:37 AM] The central bank has examined the use of distributed ledger technology and smart contracts for its potential new digital currency.
Gemini and Bankrupt Lender Genesis Asks U.S. Court to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Targeting Earn Program
[May 29, 2023 4:00 AM] The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission alleged the two entities had sold unregistered securities through Gemini's Earn program.
Indian Crypto Exchanges Are in Survival Mode, Trying to Extend Their Runways
[May 28, 2023 8:00 PM] India’s CoinDCX, CoinSwitch, WazirX, BuyUCoin, ZebPay and Giottus all think they'll survive the current bear market – here’s how.
Gulf Binance Clinches Thai Regulatory Approval
[May 26, 2023 8:41 AM] The joint venture between Gulf Innova and Binance aims to offer crypto services in the country starting later this year.
Tax Attacks Won’t Kill Bitcoin: Regulators Must Learn To Accept New Technology
[May 26, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Conor Chepenik, an organizer for the MassAdoption Bitcoin meetup. Source Congressman Brad Sherman's recent tweet attacking Bitcoiners as "tax evaders" is a prime example of how Bitcoin has become a mainstream…
EU Investment Firms Should Clearly State Crypto Is Unregulated, Watchdog Says
[May 26, 2023 2:47 AM] Companies that market crypto alongside traditional securities might mislead consumers about access to fair advice and compensation, the European Securities and Markets Authority worries.
Crypto firm Gemini picks Ireland as European base amid US crypto blues
[May 25, 2023 9:47 PM] Cameron Winklevoss has predicted a “Cambrian explosion” in European innovation once regulations are rolled out.
Alameda-Backed ‘Samcoins’ CEO Alex Grebnev Sued by CoinTelegraph Owner Gregory Fishman
[May 25, 2023 2:00 PM] Alex Grebnev, CEO of the Maps.me (MAPs) and Oxygen (OXY) cryptocurrency projects closely linked to Sam Bankman-Fried’s failed FTX empire, is being sued by Gregory Fishman, reportedly an owner of crypto news site CoinTelegraph on allegations of fund…
Norway Should Consider a National Strategy for Crypto Regulation: Norges Bank Report
[May 25, 2023 9:01 AM] The bank says lawmakers should take advantage of existing regulations that cater to systemic risk and enforcement action for example, as well as stresses the need for crypto specific ones.
French Lawmakers Strike Softer Deal on Crypto Influencer Law
[May 25, 2023 8:28 AM] A final compromise appears to allow registered crypto firms to advertise through social media influencers, potentially easing industry fears.
South Africa’s Crypto Firms Will Soon Need to Apply for Registration or Face a Heavy Fine
[May 25, 2023 8:03 AM] Continuing operations without applying for registration could lead to a $542,854 fine or imprisonment.
South Korea Lawmakers Pass Law Requiring Officials to Disclose Crypto Holdings: Report
[May 25, 2023 7:52 AM] Lawmakers recently called for the Bill to take effect within two months.
Crypto Conglomerates, DeFi Targets of EU Financial Stability Watchdog Concerns
[May 25, 2023 3:24 AM] Risks from smart contracts, high leverage and crypto staking and lending may imply a need for new regulations, the European Systemic Risk Board said
Do Kwon's Detention in Montenegro Extended After High Court Decision to Revoke Bail
[May 25, 2023 2:04 AM] A lower court had determined the value of Kwon's property based on "statements" and not concrete evidence, a high court cited in a decision to scrap his bail approval.
Binance CEO Claims Chinese Communities Are ‘Buzzing’ After CCTV Airs Crypto Segment
Fahrenheit Wins Bid to Acquire Assets of Insolvent Crypto Lender Celsius
[May 25, 2023 12:38 AM] The Arrington Capital-backed grouping beat fellow bidder NovaWulf for Celsius’ assets, with the Blockchain Recovery Investment Consortium selected as back-up.
Japan to Apply Tougher Crypto AML Regulations, ‘Travel Rule’ in June
[May 25, 2023 12:00 AM] Stricter anti-money laundering (AML) measures for the crypto sector in Japan will enter into force next month, local media reported. The new rules were adopted to align the country’s legal framework for cryptocurrencies with global standards in the…
Excavating the Truth Around the Bitcoin Mining Discourse
[May 24, 2023 3:28 PM] Last year, a group of CoinDesk reporters traveled to Seneca Lake to examine the effect Greenidge Generation – a resurrected power plant that now mines bitcoin – had on the surrounding communities. Though we expected to hear locals say they disliked…
Crypto Execs Give Washington Influence Another Go With FTX Anchor Around Necks
[May 24, 2023 1:53 PM] When Washington, D.C. lawmakers tune into their favorite Sunday morning political shows this week, they’ll also get a dose of crypto messaging, thanks to a Coinbase (COIN) campaign that’s part of the next stage in the industry’s attempt to…
Montenegro High Court Says No Bail for Terra's Do Kwon in Fake Passport Case: Bloomberg
[May 24, 2023 10:38 AM] Prosecution appealed a previous decision by a lower court in the country to let the disgraced founder go free while he faced trial.
Crypto, TradFi Broadly Welcome IOSCO’s Proposed Norms for Digital Asset Markets
[May 24, 2023 7:09 AM] The global regulator for securities markets released its first set of policy recommendations for the crypto sector on Tuesday.
Tornado Cash Dev Facing Dutch Charges to Question Chainalysis Data Alleging Criminal Links
[May 24, 2023 5:42 AM] Lawyers for the privacy protocol developer have disputed the evidence purporting to prove links to criminal money.
Japan to Enforce Tougher Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Laws Next Month: Report
[May 24, 2023 4:50 AM] Earlier this month, global financial crimes watchdog FATF urged G-7 economies like Japan to lead by example to implement its controversial "travel rule" for crypto transfers.
FATF Did Not Require Pakistan to Ban Crypto to Stay Off Its 'Grey List'
[May 24, 2023 2:12 AM] The Financial Action Task Force has said it does "not require countries to indiscriminately ban virtual assets and virtual asset service providers," after Pakistan's Minister of State for Finance and Revenue said crypto cannot be legalized due to…
Japan’s crypto Anti-Money Laundering measures to start in June: Report
[May 23, 2023 10:03 PM] The Japanese parliament has decided to roll out tougher AML procedures in line with the “travel rule.”
Connecticut Banking Regulator Fines Crypto ATM Operator Bitcoin of America
[May 23, 2023 12:30 PM] According to the Connecticut Department of Banking, commissioner Jorge Perez revealed that the regulator has reached a settlement with the crypto automated teller machine (ATM) and kiosk operator Bitcoin of America. As part of the settlement…
The Bitcoin Mining Debate Is Ignoring the People Most Affected
[May 23, 2023 11:05 AM] Environmentalists and anti-mining lawmakers debating bitcoin mining facility Greenidge Generation’s impact use rhetorically persuasive arguments that aren’t backed by reality. But so do the bitcoiners supporting the powerplant-turned-mining…