Exchanges

The recent regulatory action taken by the US Federal Reserve against Customers Bank has raised concerns within the crypto industry. The Fed’s move was prompted by suspicions that the bank had violated several key regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering laws, and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations due to its involvement

Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has taken a firm stance against the US Commodities Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) proposal that could impact prediction markets like Polymarket. The Chief Legal Officer of Coinbase, Paul Grewal, criticized the proposal for its ambiguous definition of “gaming” and its assertion that such contracts go against the public interest. He

BTSE has recently unveiled the groundbreaking BTSE Dex 2.0, a platform that revolutionizes decentralized trading by introducing cross-compatibility for Ethereum Virtual Machine-based chains. This innovative feature enables users to trade over 50 perpetual futures on various networks such as Base, Optimism, and Arbitrum. By tapping into Orderly Network’s decentralized exchange protocol, BTSE Dex 2.0 offers

After a tumultuous few days following a $230 million cyberattack on July 18, WazirX has made the decision to restore user balances and reverse trades conducted between July 18 and July 21. This move comes after the platform was disrupted, leading to a suspension of withdrawals to protect user assets. The restoration process is aimed

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a strong stance against Coinbase’s motion to compel additional discovery in their ongoing legal battle. The SEC argues that Coinbase’s demands for documents are irrelevant and overly burdensome. This stance is based on the belief that the documents sought by Coinbase do not pertain to the

Binance CEO Richard Teng recently disclosed that the exchange experienced a surge in both inflows and trading volumes amidst market turmoil on August 5th. Despite the macroeconomic uncertainties and the market downturn, Binance managed to attract a net inflow of $1.2 billion in just 24 hours, as reported by DefiLlama’s CEX Transparency metrics. Data from

Solana has recently made headlines in the world of decentralized exchanges (DEX) by surpassing Ethereum in monthly DEX volume for the month of July. With $55.8 billion in transactions, Solana outpaced Ethereum’s $53.8 billion, marking a significant milestone for the network. This surge in volume is attributed to the increasing activity on Solana’s platforms such

Bybit, a prominent crypto exchange, recently announced the termination of its operations in France due to regulatory challenges. The decision came as a result of new developments from the French regulator, which raised concerns about licensing issues. This move has left Bybit with no choice but to cease its services in the country, much to

Recently, crypto researcher Molly White raised allegations against popular crypto exchange Coinbase regarding a $25 million donation to Fairshake, a crypto Super Political Action Committee (PAC). White suggested that this donation might have violated campaign finance laws due to the timing of the contribution in relation to Coinbase’s negotiations for a federal government contract with

Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, reported impressive total revenue of $1.449 billion for the second quarter, exceeding market expectations. This significant figure represents a substantial increase from the $674.1 million in total income reported during the same period last year. Furthermore, the company managed to achieve a net income of $36 million for the quarter,

The decentralized exchanges (DEXs) have reached a milestone with their highest-ever trading volume compared to centralized exchanges (CEXs). Uniswap founder Hayden Adams pointed out this significant achievement, emphasizing that the DEX market share is currently at an all-time high in relation to CEXs. This trend is supported by a chart from The Block, illustrating the

In the competitive world of crypto exchanges, Zoomex has set itself apart by prioritizing user anonymity. Unlike many other platforms that require extensive Know Your Customer (KYC) verification processes, Zoomex does not mandate KYC. This policy ensures that users can trade confidently, knowing their personal data remains private and secure. This emphasis on privacy particularly

Upon conducting a preliminary investigation, WazirX announced that there was no evidence to suggest that the machines of WazirX signers were compromised during the recent cyber attack on its multi-signature Ethereum wallet. Despite this, the attack that took place earlier this month has sparked concern and scrutiny within the crypto community. Initially, the exchange attributed

Bitstamp, a popular crypto exchange, has recently announced that it has started the process of returning recovered digital assets to creditors of the defunct Mt. Gox exchange. This development signifies a major milestone in the decade-long effort to compensate those affected by the infamous 2014 hack that resulted in the collapse of Mt. Gox. Bitstamp

India-based centralized exchange WazirX is currently in the process of seeking partnerships to restore its full operations after experiencing a significant exploit that led to the loss of nearly half of its assets. Co-founder Nischal Shetty shared this development in a social media post on July 23, reassuring users that the team is actively working

The crypto industry finds itself in a state of anticipation as the possibility of a second term for former President Donald Trump looms on the horizon. With Trump vowing to put an end to President Joe Biden’s crackdown on cryptocurrencies, the stakes are high for both domestic and overseas crypto firms. Recent polls have indicated

The recent hack of India-based crypto exchange WazirX has raised significant concerns regarding the security measures implemented by the platform. Despite claims by multiparty computation (MPC) wallet provider Liminal that its infrastructure remained safe and was not compromised in the breach, the incident has exposed vulnerabilities that need to be addressed. According to Liminal’s post-mortem

Recently, a US court has granted Binance US permission to invest certain customer fiat funds in US Treasury Bills. This move comes after the exchange requested court approval to invest about $40 million in $10 million increments over four weeks. The investments will be made through a trading account on TreasuryDirect in US Treasury bills

Crypto exchange OKX recently announced its decision to select Malta as its Market in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) hub. This strategic move is aimed at catering to the needs of the 450 million residents of the European Union. By establishing a presence in Malta, OKX intends to offer services that are in compliance with local regulations, while

Cyvers Alert, a blockchain security firm, recently reported that the Indian exchange WazirX fell victim to an exploitation scheme, resulting in the loss of approximately $235 million. The firm’s system detected multiple suspicious transactions involving WazirX’s Safe Multisig wallet on the ETH network, where a total of $234.9 million worth of funds were moved to

Crypto exchange OKX has made the decision to cease operations in Nigeria due to local regulations. In an email statement to Nigerian clients, OKX announced that users have until Aug. 16 to close their positions on the platform. After this date, users will only be able to withdraw their funds and contact customer service for

Russia’s Ministry of Finance has recently proposed a new approach to digital asset trading, suggesting that traditional exchanges could handle such transactions for select investors. This potential shift in regulations could have significant implications for the future of cryptocurrency in Russia. The proposed regulations outline the creation of special rules for “conducting organized trading in

In a recent hearing, Judge Katherine Polk Failla criticized Coinbase’s attempt to subpoena SEC chair Gary Gensler in the ongoing case against the firm. She pointed out that the request included Gensler’s statements before he became SEC chair in 2021. Coinbase’s argument for seeking Gensler’s earliest comments was based on the need to confirm whether

Blockchain technology has revolutionized the way we think about transactions and data storage. With the rise of cryptocurrencies, it has become essential to ensure the security of digital assets. Recently, Kraken, along with other key industry players, announced the formation of the Blockchain Security Standards Council (BSSC) to enhance security within the crypto sector. This

Artur Schaback, co-founder and former CTO of Paxful Inc., recently pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to the failure of maintaining an effective anti-money laundering (AML) program. This negligence allowed Paxful to become a hotspot for various illicit activities, including money laundering, sanctions violations, fraud, romance scams, extortion schemes, and prostitution. Criminal activities flourished under

The deputy director of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olubukola Akinwumi, made serious allegations against Binance, a popular cryptocurrency exchange platform. Akinwumi accused Binance of conducting transactions that are typically reserved for authorized banks and financial institutions. This accusation was a part of his testimony in an ongoing lawsuit brought by the Economic and

Taiwan Mobile, the second-largest telecom operator in Taiwan, recently made headlines by applying for a license to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP). This move was in line with the Financial Supervisory Commission’s efforts to regulate virtual currency platforms and prevent money laundering. The company’s General Manager, Lin Zhichen, has been named as