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Binance concealed ties to China for years, even after 2017 crypto crackdown: Report
[Mar 29, 2023 11:24 AM] Documents reviewed by the Financial Times show that Binance kept staff and operations in China despite announcing its departure in 2017.
US and South Korea requested extradition of Terra co-founder Do Kwon — Montenegro justice minister
[Mar 29, 2023 10:04 AM] Do Kwon may have to serve time in Montenegro if convicted of charges related to forged identification documents before any extradition to the U.S. or South Korea is granted.
SEC chief Gary Gensler to face Congress grilling over crypto policy
[Mar 29, 2023 4:45 AM] The chair of the Financial Services Committee said its primary focus would be setting the groundwork for crypto regulations in the United States.
Circle prefers reserves and payment rails with the Fed, says exec
[Mar 29, 2023 4:25 AM] Circle’s Asia-Pacific vice president said the company currently holds 80% of its reserves but would ultimately like to keep all cash with the Fed in light of the recent banking crisis.
Adoption and nerves — Crypto pumps amid banking crisis
[Mar 28, 2023 7:01 AM] Despite four major banks imploding recently, Bitcoin remains resilient, but questions persist over the long-term sustainability of its ongoing rally.
SBF banned from using online messengers under new bail agreement
[Mar 28, 2023 4:35 AM] U.S. prosecutors reportedly agreed to allow Sam Bankman-Fried to stay at home while restricting him from using some electronic devices and apps.
A friend in need: How the crypto industry reacts to recent bank bailouts
[Mar 27, 2023 7:01 AM] With a focus on sovereignty and creating an alternative to traditional financial systems, how is the crypto community reacting to government intervention in the recent bank crisis?
Banking crisis pushed over $286B to money market funds in two weeks: Report
[Mar 26, 2023 3:19 PM] Many investors have rotated their portfolio investments due to the banking crisis in the past two weeks, injecting billions of dollars on money market funds in the United States.
G7 to collaborate on tighter crypto regulation: Report
[Mar 26, 2023 12:03 PM] Leaders from Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, and the European Union are expected to outline a global cooperative strategy for digital assets in May.
Custodia Bank's membership denied for ties with crypto markets, says US Fed
[Mar 25, 2023 10:35 AM] The United States Federal Reserve released an 86-page report on March 24 detailing the reasons for denying Custodia Bank's application for membership.
Terraform Labs CEO Do Kwon Faces Extradition to South Korea
[Mar 24, 2023 1:30 PM] According to a report published by AFP, Do Kwon, CEO of Terraform Labs, has been charged with document forgery in Montenegro. Kwon was arrested at the Podgorica airport while traveling with fake documentation. South Korean prosecutors have said the…
European banks head into another weekend of uncertainty as default risks surge
[Mar 24, 2023 12:30 PM] An indicator of European bank default risk soars and stocks tumble on March 24 amid renewed fears surrounding the financial system.
Bitcoin Will Be Stronger Despite Attacks From the US, Says HRF’s Executive
'Surgical removal' of crypto will only weaken USD dominance, commentators say
[Mar 23, 2023 9:43 PM] A day after Coinbase received an SEC Wells notice, industry commentators weighed in on what recent regulator actions mean for America's crypto future.
Banking turmoil pushes crypto to ‘no oversight,’ says Circle CEO
[Mar 23, 2023 7:40 AM] Crypto firms who have had the strongest position with U.S. regulation are now considered “unsafe,” Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire stated.
Crypto reform coming to US in 2023, says former White House chief of staff
[Mar 23, 2023 7:00 AM] SVB’s epic failure occurred “at a bank that happened to deal with crypto customers” but “was not a crypto-induced problem,” said Mick Mulvaney.
Coinbase could face SEC enforcement action for 'potential violations of securities law'
[Mar 22, 2023 4:02 PM] The crypto exchange claimed that none of its listed assets were considered securities, and any potential targeting of its wallet was based on a “misunderstanding” by United States Securities and Exchange Commission officials.
Adopting CBDC could destabilize banks, help households, US Treasury study says
[Mar 22, 2023 3:15 PM] When integrated into the economy, a CBDC or stablecoin would compete with bank deposits to the public benefit, at least until a financial crisis.
US lawmakers reiterate concerns about 'sham' crypto firm audits to PCAOB
[Mar 22, 2023 1:35 PM] Two U.S. senators cited the collapse of FTX when writing to the PCAOB chair Erica Williams in January, but now suggest improper auditing could have affected three banks as well.
White House Releases Economic Report On Bitcoin: Here's What They Got Wrong
[Mar 22, 2023 11:11 AM] The latest report from the Biden Administration writes off the benefits of Bitcoin while ignoring the fundamentals and economic activity that give it value.The White House has released the extensive “Economic Report of the President,” which…
Seized exchange Bitzlato allows users to withdraw 50% of Bitcoin
[Mar 22, 2023 3:56 AM] Bitzlato is yet to resolve the issue with the remaining 50% of user funds and may eventually compensate using its own funds.
Crystal Blockchain Study Reveals $16.7 Billion in Crypto Assets Stolen Since 2011
[Mar 21, 2023 2:00 PM] Crystal Blockchain, a company that provides blockchain data and analytics, published a study covering security breaches, fraud, and scams related to cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (defi). According to the study, approximately $16.7…
IRS calls for public feedback on taxing NFTs as collectibles
[Mar 21, 2023 11:00 AM] Those wishing to offer feedback to the IRS on having NFTs treated as collectibles, such as coins or works of art, have until June 19 to submit comments.
Yellen defends government intervention to avoid another SVB
[Mar 21, 2023 7:33 AM] The Treasury Secretary of the U.S. Janet Yellen said the federal government will intervene if it is necessary to protect other small lenders.
Florida gov and US presidential hopeful calls for CBDC ban
[Mar 20, 2023 10:39 AM] "What the central bank digital currency is all about is surveilling Americans and controlling behavior of Americans," said Ron DeSantis at a 'Big Brother’s Digital Dollar' podium.
Google Trends Data Reveals Searches for ‘Banking Crisis,’ ‘Bank Runs,’ Skyrocket
SBF shilled FTX risk model to FDIC chairman Gruenberg prior collapse
[Mar 19, 2023 5:28 AM] The invitation was mediated by former CFTC Commissioner Mark Wetjen, who joined FTX US as the Head of Policy and Regulatory Strategy in Nov. 2021.
Peter Schiff blames ‘too much gov’t regulation’ for worsening financial crisis
[Mar 19, 2023 1:04 AM] Finding the right balance between regulations and banking institutions is important for Schiff, considering that Puerto Rico regulators closed down Schiff’s bank due to non-compliance.
Former Coinbase CTO makes $2M bet on Bitcoin's performance
[Mar 18, 2023 3:06 PM] Balaji Srinivasan has predicted Bitcoin will reach $1 million within 90 days as a consequence of hyperinflation in the United States.