Regulation

The DeFi Education Fund and the Blockchain Association have joined forces to submit an amicus brief in support of a legal challenge against the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT). The main issue brought to light by the brief is the significant privacy and security concerns posed by the CAT, especially for
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German authorities recently confiscated $28 million in cash and 13 cryptocurrency ATMs in a nationwide operation aimed at curbing unlicensed activities. Spearheaded by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), this coordinated effort is part of a larger initiative to strengthen oversight within Germany’s rapidly expanding crypto market. The operation, conducted in collaboration with law enforcement
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The Nigerian Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is exploring new legislation to tax the rapidly expanding crypto sector in the country. This initiative, as announced by FIRS Executive Chairman Zacch Adedeji during a session with the National Assembly’s Finance Committees, is set to bring about much-needed modernization to Nigeria’s regulatory framework. According to Adedeji and
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At a recent Crypto4Harris event, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer made a strong case for the importance of regulatory clarity in the crypto industry. He emphasized the need for bipartisan collaboration to shape the future of the industry and highlighted Congress’s responsibility to enact common-sense regulations for crypto. Schumer’s goal is to pass comprehensive crypto
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There is a sense of anticipation within the cryptocurrency community as Pro-Bitcoin Democrat House Representative and lawyer Ro Khanna expects the Biden administration to release a cryptocurrency regulation roadmap “in the coming weeks.” Following discussions between the White House and industry leaders, Khanna is hopeful that the new regulations will provide a clear path towards
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After analyzing the controversial remarks made by Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss regarding the recent “reset” of Vice President Kamala Harris’s crypto stance, it becomes clear that there are serious concerns about the Federal Reserve’s crackdown. Winklevoss’s accusations of a “scam” in response to the Federal Reserve’s enforcement action against Customers Bank raise important questions about
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There is a lot of buzz surrounding the potential addition of options features to spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US. Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart suggests that these features may be included as early as the fourth quarter of this year. However, in a different post, Seyffart mentions that the offering could potentially
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In a landmark decision, Ripple has been slapped with a $125 million fine by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) after a four-year legal battle. The news of the fine caused XRP’s price to surge by 18% within minutes, reaching $0.61. District Judge Analisa Torres from the District Court of the Southern District of
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A recent bill introduced in the Senate, led by Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and Senator Chuck Grassley, aims to enhance the investigative authority of the US Secret Service in crimes involving cryptocurrency. This bi-partisan effort is crucial in combatting transnational cybercriminal activities that pose a threat to the financial system. The proposed legislation seeks to
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The journey of Joey Garcia, the Director and Head of Regulatory Affairs and Public Relations at Xapo Bank, began in 2014 when he was approached by Wences Casares to establish a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies in Gibraltar. Despite facing initial skepticism and resistance from authorities, Garcia and his team persisted and successfully developed a comprehensive
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Jonathan Mann, a prolific songwriter known for his daily compositions over sixteen years, along with conceptual artist Brian L. Frye, has taken legal action against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The lawsuit questions whether NFTs, specifically those representing digital art, should be regarded as securities under US law. Mann protested by stating, “This
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Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon recently expressed his belief that Bitcoin could potentially serve as a store of value similar to gold. While Solomon acknowledged the value of Bitcoin, he maintained a cautious stance towards the digital asset. In a CNBC interview, he emphasized that he does not see Bitcoin as a practical investment due
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China has played a significant role in the Bitcoin industry, particularly in mining and trading activities. In 2017, Chinese miners accounted for over 70% of the Bitcoin network’s hashrate, establishing the country as a dominant force in the global mining sector. Despite regulatory challenges such as the banning of Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and shutting
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Senator Cynthia Lummis recently introduced new legislation proposing the establishment of a Bitcoin strategic reserve for the US, totaling at least 1 million BTC. This initiative aims to accumulate 5% of the total Bitcoin supply and was announced at the Bitcoin2024 conference on July 27, following former President Donald J. Trump’s keynote address. The proposal
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Recently, Coinbase, one of the leading crypto companies, faced a significant setback in the UK. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) fined its subsidiary, CB Payments Limited (CBPL), a hefty sum of £3.5 million for breaching Anti-Money Laundering regulations. This fine was a result of CBPL’s repeated violations of the FCA’s guidelines, despite agreeing to strengthen
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The crypto industry has been facing a series of challenges under the current Biden-Harris Administration, according to Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) founders Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen. They openly criticized the administration’s handling of the cryptocurrency sector, citing a lack of clear regulatory guidance from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This ambiguity has led to
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Recently, the Russian State Duma passed a bill legalizing Bitcoin mining, aimed at addressing the challenges faced by Russian banks due to regulatory constraints and international sanctions. The new legislation establishes a regulatory framework to oversee crypto mining activities and ensure compliance with tax regulations. This move is significant in bringing mining activities out of
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The Digital Chamber has recently urged Vice President Kamala Harris to take a proactive stance on digital assets and blockchain technology. They emphasized the potential for these technologies to drive innovation, foster economic growth, and promote financial inclusion. This call to action comes at a critical time as the world increasingly shifts towards digital solutions
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Recent reports from 10x Research have suggested that if President Joe Biden decides to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, former President Donald Trump could potentially secure a “decisive victory” in the November election. The firm believes that no credible candidate currently stands a chance against Trump, essentially predicting that the election outcome has been
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The CEO and founder of DAIM, Brian Korshain, recently expressed a high level of optimism regarding the potential impact of former President Donald Trump’s support for Bitcoin. Korshain mentioned Trump’s rumored plan to make Bitcoin a strategic reserve asset for the US government, stating that while it is “possible,” the process could be “very difficult
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