Regulation

SEC lawyers resign after censure for ‘gross abuse of power’: Bloomberg

The SEC's credibility and future enforcement actions may face increased scrutiny and skepticism following this high-profile misconduct.

3 years ago · By VINCE DIOQUINO

FTX investors cut deal with Sam Bankman-Fried to target celeb promoters

FTX investors reach a settlement with Sam Bankman-Fried, who would help in lawsuits against celebrity endorsers of the failed exchange.

3 years ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Ex-New York Fed chief joins Binance.US board

Embattled crypto firm Binance.US has appointed former New York Fed compliance chief Martin C. Grant to its board to boost compliance efforts.

3 years ago · By VINCE DIOQUINO

Senators probe CFTC chair’s ties with Sam Bankman-Fried

Senators are demanding transparency from the CFTC concerning its past interactions with Sam Bankman-Fried.

3 years ago · By VINCE DIOQUINO

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Coinbase initiates appeal against SEC on investment contract classification for digital assets

Apr. 13, 2024

Coinbase initiates appeal against SEC on investment contract classification for digital assets

Coinbase seeks court approval for an appeal against the SEC's classification of digital assets, aiming to clarify investment contract definitions.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Sam Bankman-Fried requests to stay in Brooklyn jail to access appeal counsel

Apr. 11, 2024

Sam Bankman-Fried requests to stay in Brooklyn jail to access appeal counsel

Sam Bankman-Fried requests Brooklyn jail stay, aiming for better access to appeal counsel under Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Kraken to cease Monero trading in two European countries

Apr. 11, 2024

Kraken to cease Monero trading in two European countries

Kraken will delist Monero for users in Ireland and Belgium in June, with remaining balances to be converted to Bitcoin.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Senator Tim Scott accuses Biden admin of using crypto as ‘scapegoat’ on illicit finance

Apr. 9, 2024

Senator Tim Scott accuses Biden admin of using crypto as ‘scapegoat’ on illicit finance

Senator Tim Scott accused the Biden administration of using crypto as a "scapegoat" to mask failures in halting illicit finance.

By VINCE DIOQUINO

Filecoin’s liquid staking team under investigation by Chinese police: report

Apr. 9, 2024

Filecoin’s liquid staking team under investigation by Chinese police: report

The investigation underscores the vulnerabilities in centralized staking platforms and the critical need for transparent, decentralized governance.

By VINCE DIOQUINO

Coinbase secures CSA approval to operate legally in Canada

Apr. 5, 2024

Coinbase secures CSA approval to operate legally in Canada

Coinbase secures a registration in Canada, setting a precedent for crypto exchanges and enhancing trust in the digital asset market.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Crypto companies in Lithuania face exodus as regulators tighten rules

Apr. 3, 2024

Crypto companies in Lithuania face exodus as regulators tighten rules

Lithuania tightens its crypto regulation with new licensing by 2025, aiming to reduce fraud and enhance market reputation.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Singapore expands crypto rules, now covers custody and payments

Apr. 2, 2024

Singapore expands crypto rules, now covers custody and payments

Singapore's financial regulator has released an expansion to its crypto framework. It will now oversee rules on custody and payments.

By VINCE DIOQUINO

TRON seeks dismissal of SEC suit, claims regulatory overreach beyond US borders

Apr. 1, 2024

TRON seeks dismissal of SEC suit, claims regulatory overreach beyond US borders

Tron Foundation seeks to dismiss SEC lawsuit, arguing US securities laws should not apply to its foreign operations and token sales.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Tornado Cash defense lawyers move to dismiss criminal charges

Apr. 1, 2024

Tornado Cash defense lawyers move to dismiss criminal charges

Tornado Cash dev Roman Storm's legal defense has filed a motion to dismiss criminal charges against him, arguing he only published code.

By VINCE DIOQUINO