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Interest rate hikes may pause very soon — Here’s why

[Sep 19, 2023 1:00 PM] This week, The Market Report discusses Bitcoin’s recent price action and the upcoming FOMC meeting, where some speculate interest rates might be paused.

Sam Bankman-Fried's father dragged his mother into an FTX US salary dispute

[Sep 19, 2023 12:36 PM] A complaint filed in bankruptcy court claimed Joseph Bankman involved Barbara Fried when answers from neither his son or FTX US satisfied concerns around his $200,000 annual salary.

Judges weigh early release for Sam Bankman-Fried as lawyers push First Amendment issues: Report

[Sep 19, 2023 9:54 AM] A panel of three judges at the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New York reportedly will consider requests from Sam Bankman-Fried’s lawyers for early release from jail.

Rep. Tom Emmer: Digital assets will be a ‘sleeper issue’ for 2024 elections

[Sep 18, 2023 1:30 PM] Three candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties have taken anti-CBDC positions as part of their 2024 presidential run.

NYDFS calls for public feedback on proposed crypto regulatory guidance

[Sep 18, 2023 9:49 AM] The proposals included stricter standards on risk assessments for crypto firms as well as a framework for designating token projects to the NYDFS' greenlist

Bitcoin miners seek alternative energy sources to cut costs

[Sep 18, 2023 7:01 AM] The next generation of crypto mining will focus on alternative energy sources for efficiency.

US lawmakers advance legislation blocking the digital dollar

[Sep 17, 2023 10:41 AM] On Sep. 20 the House Financial Services Committee will mark up two bills blocking a potential digital dollar in the United States.

What a US government shutdown would do to Bitcoin

[Sep 15, 2023 1:00 PM] Marcel Pechman explains the myth of excess cash in U.S. households and the lack of sufficient savings, and how a U.S. government shutdown could impact Bitcoin.

BitGo, Swan unveil plans for Bitcoin-only trust company

[Sep 15, 2023 11:52 AM] The trust company targets institutional investors in the United States as asset managers line up for a spot Bitcoin ETF.

Binance.US not cooperating with investigation, US SEC says in filing

[Sep 15, 2023 2:17 AM] SEC said in a court filing that Binance.US has produced only 220 documents during the discovery process many of which were “unintelligible screenshots and documents without dates or signatures.”

Hong Kong retains top crypto-ready position for two consecutive years

[Sep 15, 2023 1:29 AM] While Hong Kong grabbed the top spot with a crypto readiness score (CRS) of 8.36, the United States fell down a spot to third place after recording a fall of 6.5% in its CRS score — from 7.7 in 2022 to 7.25.

Bitcoin’s cycles are changing — Bloomberg analyst Jamie Coutts explains how and why

[Sep 14, 2023 2:30 PM] This week’s episode of Market Talks discusses how Bitcoin cycles are changing and how it could impact the upcoming halving.

Former Celsius exec pleads guilty to criminal charges

[Sep 14, 2023 1:28 PM] Roni Cohen-Pavon, Celsius’ former chief revenue officer, has pleaded guilty to four criminal charges and will be free on bail until a Dec. 11 sentencing hearing.

Genesis announces winding down of crypto trading services

[Sep 14, 2023 12:38 PM] In January, Genesis Global Capital announced it would eliminate its crypto spot trading services “voluntarily and for business reasons” without additional details.

House Financial Services Comm. witnesses air multiple anti-CBDC arguments

[Sep 14, 2023 12:19 PM] The digital assets subcommittee heard from five opponents of a U.S. CBDC while giving supporters very little time.

Bitwave acquires crypto accounting platform Gilded

[Sep 14, 2023 11:30 AM] Bitwave announced the acquisition to enhance accounting and enterprise solutions amid improving accounting and tax clarity in the United States.

Wyoming stablecoin: Are state digital currencies even possible?

[Sep 14, 2023 6:45 AM] The Stable Token Commission continues researching the potential implementation of stable tokens in Wyoming.

US 'the only country' crypto startups should avoid, says Ripple CEO

[Sep 12, 2023 11:42 PM] Brad Garlinghouse said Singapore, the U.K., the UAE and Switzerland are jurisdictions with “smart” crypto policies he thinks the U.S. should adopt.

Gary Gensler confirms SEC’s use of AI for financial surveillance

[Sep 12, 2023 2:00 PM] The chair’s comments came in response to a query from Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto during a Senate oversight hearing.

Binance.US calls SEC’s court requests ‘unreasonable’ in new filing

[Sep 12, 2023 2:25 AM] Binance said the SEC’s requests are “unduly burdensome” soon after the parties agreed on a joint motion to file confidential information under seal.

CFTC Commissioner plans to modernize investor protection with technology

[Sep 12, 2023 1:39 AM] To minimize the damages caused by financial fraud, Romero proposed the formation of the National Financial Fraud Registry — a centralized record of all crimes and fines related to financial fraud.

Google launches Digital Futures Project with $20M in grants to support ‘responsible AI’

[Sep 11, 2023 11:08 AM] The launch comes ahead of a series of AI forums to be hosted by U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

DC doesn't realize how powerful crypto voting is — Brian Armstrong

[Sep 10, 2023 10:46 AM] According to Brian Armstrong, the gap between current crypto policies and Americans needs will make cryptocurrencies a hot topic in the upcoming elections.

Rep. Tom Emmer sponsors amendment to limit SEC’s crypto oversight

[Sep 9, 2023 12:29 AM] Emmer intends to introduce an appropriations amendment that will limit the SEC’s utilization of funds for digital asset enforcement until comprehensive rules and regulations are implemented.

Crypto Biz: Coinbase’s lending bet, a new ads policy at Google and Marathon’s mining performance

[Sep 8, 2023 3:30 PM] This week’s Crypto Biz explores Coinbase's lending platform, Marathon Digital’s latest Bitcoin mining report, Hana Bank’s move to offer crypto custody and Google’s new crypto ads policy.

Blockchain Association responds to US lawmakers’ request for crypto tax guidance

[Sep 8, 2023 1:03 PM] Lawmakers with the U.S. Senate Financial Services Committee announced in July they would be accepting suggestions on how to tax crypto until Sept. 8.

Ripple acquires Fortress Trust, expands license portfolio in the US

[Sep 8, 2023 11:00 AM] Fortress holds a Nevada Trust license for asset custody. Ripple holds more than 30 licenses across the United States.

CFTC fines Mirror Trading $1.7B for Bitcoin-related forex fraud

[Sep 8, 2023 8:00 AM] The CFTC has brought or resolved 10 fraud cases involving digital assets or foreign exchange since June 2023, Commissioner Kristin Johnson said.

AI usage on social media has potential to impact voter sentiment

[Sep 8, 2023 7:41 AM] The U.S. presidential election is nearing and with it comes the employment of technologies like AI on social media platforms to manipulate voter sentiment.

CFTC commissioner calls for crypto regulatory pilot program

[Sep 7, 2023 3:59 PM] Commissioner Caroline Pham called for the pilot program to kick off with a stakeholder roundtable and for the CFTC to propose and adopt rules on the risks retail investors face.