What Crypto CPAs Should Know About Form 1099-DA
Crypto tax season never stops and is getting even more complicated
U.S. Stablecoin Bill Would Rein In Tether, Boost Coinbase And Circle, Outlaw Algorithmics
Bitcoin’s fierce rise has inspired a search for how to invest in it beyond just buying the ETF and holding it. Buyer beware.
DOJ Arrests Bitcoin Wallet Founders Amid Cash-Like Privacy Concerns
Traditional cash transactions have long offered anonymity that modern digital finance struggles to match.
Expert Predicts Potential Supply Shock Following Bitcoin Halving
One of the most anticipated events for the Bitcoin protocol just happened and some bitcoin advocates see it as a bullisht trigger.
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Crypto ETFs Make Great Headlines, But Stablecoins Are Key To Mass Adoption
Stablecoins are essential for crypto adoption and the future of the dollar
Forget Antitrust, Regulate To Let Tech Disrupt Itself
Big tech will not be tamed by lawsuits, fines or draconian rules, but by the same forces that fueled its rise.
What The Uniswap Lawsuit Means For Crypto Investors
The SEC is cracking down on DeFi, and it will impact all crypto organizations
Africans Don’t Need U.S. Crypto ETFs As Much As They Need African-Specific Regulation
U.S. EFTs do not need to be the proof point for digital currency investment in Africa. Instead Africans can be served by African companies abiding by African Regulations.
How RWAs In Web3 Are Impacting Consumer Experience
When considering the impact of integrating RWAs into Web3, there are clear implications on the consumer experience.
Bitcoin's Asymmetries
Asymmetric bets are the hallmark of radical innovations and have high volatility in the short and medium term.
As Bitcoin Surges, Nigerians Are Facing Harsh FX-Related Interventions
In 2024, Nigerians were optimistic after the Bitcoin ban was reversed in December 2023. However, events since February have caused their cautious optimism to shift.
Argentina Unveiled Mandatory Registry For Bitcoin And Crypto Platforms
Javier Milei took the power in Argentina boosting the optimism around crypto adoption, but passed a law that demands a mandatory registry from cryptocurrencies platforms.
Bitcoin Self-Custody Alternatives: ETFs And Corporate Strategies
There are alternative avenues of BTC self-custody available to investors, such as Bitcoin ETFs and BTC investment companies.
RWAs Can Be The New ETFs For Retail Investors
ETFs already blew the doors off the stock markets. RWA tokenization is focused on asset classes that are either illiquid or have remained closed to retail investors.
Empowering Next Gen: Key Takeaways From Teaching Bitcoin At Texas A&M
The protocol is complex, and it takes time to explain all the ideas. Next year, however, I will focus more on innovation and entrepreneurship in Bitcoin.
Treasury Official Talks Digital Payments And Stablecoin Policy
An interview with Chastity Murphy, Senior Advisor to the Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions at the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Bitcoin Prices Should Not Distract From The Need For Better Regulation
Surging crypto prices should not distract investors from longer term needs
Looking Back At 3 Bitcoin Halvings: A Historical Analysis
A comparison of Bitcoin halvings in 2012, 2016 and 2020 analyzing market trends, regulatory changes, technological advancements, and industry players.
Elon Musk Sues ChatGPT, Which Crypto Veterans Saw Coming
Elon Musk has initiated legal action against Sam Altman & OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, alleging a violation of the principles established when Musk co-founded OpenAI.
Why Bitcoin’s Surge Could Be A Boon, Or Trap, For New Ether ETFs
The crypto industry has long resisted having its tokens classified as securities. However, the success of bitcoin’s spot ETFs, could prompt issuers like BlackRock and Fidelity to break ranks in order to comply with the SEC’s gameplan.
Redefining Tax Policy For Bitcoin Mining: A Closer Look At Block Rewards
Bitcoin block rewards accrue to miners and consist of two components: a block subsidy and transaction fees. Each of these has different definitions and frameworks.
Crypto Billionaire Mike Novogratz On Bitcoin’s Next Bull Run
Former hedge fund star and unabashed digital asset evangelist, Mike Novogratz, believes traditional finance will drive bitcoin’s next evolution. He also rails against outdated regulations, Baby Boomers and America’s obesity problem.
Are States Like Illinois Rushing Crypto Laws To Avoid The Next FTX?
As Congress leaves a void in crypto policy at the federal level, state legislatures may be rushing to pass laws to avoid another FTX impacting consumers in their state.
Ethiopia To Become The First African Country To Start Bitcoin Mining
On Feb 15, the Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) signed an MoU with West Data Group's Center Service PLC for a $250m data mining project which includes bitcoin mining.
Decentralization Vs. Regulation: The Crypto Community's Crossroads
Balancing decentralization and effective regulation raises pulses among crypto enthusiasts as well as lawmakers.
Snowden And Assange: Freedom And Financial Autonomy
The intertwining stories of Edward Snowden and Julian Assange highlight the complex nexus between digital privacy, government transparency, and financial autonomy.
3 Web3 Trends To Watch In Asia
From AI apps to the power of account abstraction, things are heating up more than ever in APAC.
5 Top Reasons Why U.S. And EU Could Spearhead AI Development
The US is leading in innovation and Europe is leading in Regulation. Which will win the AI race? While technology is evolving very quickly, AI is at the forefront.
Leak Reveals A Fed CBDC ‘Digital Dollar’ Could Be Closer Than You Think Amid A Huge Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Boom
Leaked comments from a closed-door meeting between Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell and senior Democrats have revealed digital dollar discussions are continuing...
Hong Kong Regulator Accepts First Application For A Spot Bitcoin ETF
A local financial firm is reportedly in the advanced stages of planning to launch funds in the first quarter of 2024.
To Trust Or Not To Trust: That is the AI Question From Davos
What most pressed attendees was how public trust can be restored in a world where machine-generated content is beginning to muddy the waters of information.
Why Crypto Could Swing The 2024 Election
Millions of crypto voters have emerged since the 2020 presidential election—and they are poised to play a pivotal role in 2024.
A16z’s Chris Dixon Believes Crypto Will Unseat The Magnificant Seven
In his new book, Dixon argues that firms such as Alphabet, Meta, and others have reaped monopolistic profits for too long. While crypto may not be ready to overthrow these firms, he says it is only a matter of time.
The EU Lays The Techno-Legal Tracks For Its Rising Digital Ecosystem
We give commercial providers our intimate data so we can access online portals and sign for packages. We do not know who has our personal data or what they do with it.
Crypto Carib Hotter Than Davos
Instead of winter in Davos, fintech and DeFi leaders ventured to the Caribbean sun to explore the future of digital payments infrastructure in emerging markets.
Decoding The Global Protocol Report: Key Insights Into The Blockchain
As we watch blockchain technology evolve and mature, it points to a need for a dynamic resource of information which synthesises what is happening to make sense of it all
How The 2024 Elections Will Affect The Crypto Industry
The 2024 elections could result in progress toward the crypto industry's desired regulatory clarity as perceptions of the sector have become increasingly polarized.
Fintech, Including Crypto, Is Reshaping How Funds Flow Worldwide
The combination of cryptocurrencies, remittances, mobile money, and bank/fintech partnerships is what energises frontier and emerging markets, and incentivises fund flows
Women Rock N Roll Davos With AI, Health, And Inclusive Leadership
The key component to generating inclusive developments is having women in the room to ask these important questions that drive our research and inventions forward.
Spot ETPs: A New Era For Bitcoin Or A Gateway For Traditional Finance?
On January 10, 2024, the crypto industry witnessed a notable development.
UK Undermines ‘Crypto Hub’ Vision As US Approves Bitcoin Spot ETF
As highlighted in a recent Financial Time article, "The hotly anticipated launch of a bitcoin ETF in the US leaves the UK out of step with some other major markets.
The ‘Re-centralization’ Trap: Global Regulation in 2024
2024 is the year that will set into motion regulatory requirements that could force blockchain networks to “re-centralize.”
Bitcoin's Price Spikes From False SEC Update
This incident unfolded when the SEC posted that they had approved a bitcoin spot Exchange-Traded Funds, a development eagerly awaited by investors.
Central Bank Of Nigeria Approves Naira Stablecoin For 2024 Launch
On Jan 4, the Africa Stablecoin Consortium (ASC) announced that the Central Bank of Nigeria had greenlit their cNGN Naira stablecoin project under their sandbox.
A New Provision Of An Old Law Is Confusing Crypto Investors
Filing Form 8300 is now required for businesses accepting digital assets as payment for transactions over $10,000.
4 Bitcoin Businesses Shaping The Future Of Finance
Celebrating bitcoin's 15th year, businesses like MicroStrategy and Real Bedford showcase its impact, highlighting innovation and strategic foresight in diverse sectors.
Hong Kong Spot Bitcoin ETF Signals Bullish Market Shift More Than U.S.
Hong Kong’s financial regulator has set forth guidelines for the approval of spot bitcoin ETFs, embracing both "in-kind" and "cash creates" models.
Crypto Wrestles With Legal Issues, Scoring A Few Key Victories, In 2023
U.S. maintains offensive, sending Bankman-Fried to the slammer and deposing Binance’s CZ, while Europe and U.K. cook up new rules. But spot bitcoin ETFs appear to overcome SEC opposition and a court ruling erodes the argument that most tokens are always securities.
Nigerian Central Bank Issues Circular Reversing 2021 Bitcoin Ban
On Friday, Dec 22, the Central Bank of Nigeria issued a circular to all banks and financial institutions that lifted its ban on bitcoin.
Bitcoin’s Rise As Financial Game Changer In Emerging Markets
It is increasingly seen as a workable alternative to unstable local currencies, offering a potential hedge against inflation and currency depreciation.
Coinbase Heads Back To Court After SEC Denies Crypto Rulemaking Request
The digital exchange succeeded in its effort to force a decision after the regulator gave its petition the silent treatment.
Milei Backs Freedom And Property Rights In Argentina’s Political Shift
While he steers clear of making bitcoin legal tender, Milei embraces a libertarian approach, advocating for a monetary system deeply rooted in the principles of austri...
The Stablecoin Wars – A Dominant Force In The Digital Asset Ecosystem
Stablecoins are at war for dominance, with major stablecoins accounting for around 10% of the total market cap of digital assets, amounting to over $120 billion.
Unlocking Potential: AI, Web3, And DC's Tech Synergy
Web3 offers many tools that can help create a safer and more equitable future with AI, such as domains that can act as unfalsifiable identities online.
Why Emerging Markets Are Betting On Stablecoins
For users in emerging markets trying to escape monetary volatility, investments based on dollar-pegged stablecoins are picking up steam, presenting an attractive to ot...
AI And Crypto Can Help Each Other Improve
AI and crypto are both growing quickly and can help each other achieve mainstream adoption faster.
Trump’s Former Chief Of Staff On The Power Of Bitcoin And Crypto
Mick Mulvaney was Chief of Staff in the Trump Administration. Here, in this exclusive interview, he shares his thoughts on the potential of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency.
Are DeFi’s High Yields On Stablecoins Worth The Risk?
As the crypto markets recover, yields on stablecoins across DeFi have surged to as much as 10%. Buyer beware.
Can The EU Complete Its AI Act?
The EU AI act, the pillars of which had been set out and confirmed by the EU parliament this summer had run aground in recent weeks.
2 More Reasons Why Crypto Tax Compliance Is Increasingly Difficult
Crypto taxes have never been easy, and recent changes will only make it more complicated going forward
Bitfarms Ltd. Announces Major Upgrade In Bitcoin Mining Operations
Canadian based Bitfarms, publicly traded under NASDAQ and TSX, has placed an assertive bet on the future of bitcoin mining.
How The UAE Became A Crypto Hub Poised For Explosive Growth
Recognizing the potential of digital assets, the UAE government has been proactive in creating a regulatory environment that is both robust and flexible.
What Is A CBDC?
Central banks state these digital currencies are intended to modernize existing monetary systems, aiming to enhance transactional efficiency.
The CFPB Wants To Regulate Crypto
The CFPB's new proposed rule might inevitably sweep in the country's largest crypto companies. Affected entities should comment before January 8, 2024.
A Fintech Titan In Community Banker’s Clothing
Already a force to be reckoned with in Silicon Valley, once-and-future billionaire Jackie Reses is out to disrupt financial services with a 95-year-old Missouri bank—without disturbing federal regulators.
What Crypto Investors Should Watch As The SEC Investigates PayPal
After a quiet launch, the presure and scrutiny are increasing around PayPal's stablecoin
How Crypto Entrepreneurs Are Experimenting With Universal Basic Income
At the core of this revolution, crypto entrepreneurs are using blockchain's potential to build a foundation for Universal Basic Income for all.
Crypto Tax Planning Topics That Investors Should Remember
Tax season is coming, and crypto investors have plenty to think about
Deep Behavioral Lessons From The Case Of Sam Bankman-Fried
There are lessons to be learned from the case of SBF and crypto exchange FTX, which extend well beyond fraud.
The Sam Bankman-Fried Verdict Poses Key Lessons For Lawmakers
A jury has now found Sam Bankman-Fried guilty of seven counts of fraud. Lawmakers can use lessons from the FTX trial to determine proper policy.
Backroom Bitcoin Conversations Are More Important Than Bitcoin Price
The rally in Bitcoin is great to attract attention but is not the signal of the coming greater adoption of cryptocurrency. Watch the firms receiving new investments.
Bitcoin ETFs And The Path To Mainstream Adoption
Bloomberg estimates there’s a 90% chance that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will give the go-ahead to a spot Bitcoin ETF by January 10, 2024.
Asia Crypto Insights: Astrology And Tarot Card For Crypto Prediction?
Thailand investors using mystical methods for crypto investments, and ETH Hong Kong, a large scale Ethereum community event kicks off with a bang.
Why Is Bitcoin's Price Surging?
Bitcoin's price recently hit $35,000, its highest level in over a year. What is behind this price surge?
Why Web3 Investment Is Falling
Web3 investment has been steadily falling since late 2021 as investors take a step back from the mercurial cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Crypto Legislation May Still Have Life In Congress
The House's and Senate's differing priorities has stalled most crypto legislation, but sponsors see the annual defense policy bill as a possible avenue for some measures.
Leak Reveals Joe Biden Could Be About To Issue A Game-Changing Executive Order That Would Spark Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP And Crypto Price Chaos
Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies including ethereum and XRP have been laboring under the weight of a looming crypto crackdown this year...
Asia Crypto Insights: Bhutan, Happiest Nation On Earth, Introduces National Digital Identity On Blockchain
Bhutan introduces National Digital Identity on blockchain, SK Telecom launches crypto wallet, while South Korea and Australia both stepping up regulatory guidelines.
Stablecoins Promote Dollar-Dominance And U.S. Interests
Stablecoins have enormous benefits for the US financial system by reinforcing US dollar-dominance. Fears are misplaced.
Investors Prefer Market-Based Security For Crypto To Legal Protections
International survey finds insurance and cyber security approaches are most likely to increase confidence.
From Tulips To FTX: The Timeless Tale Of Society’s Speculative Frenzies
From Tulips to FTX delves into society's recurring financial bubbles, from historic tulip mania to modern tech surges, highlighting our enduring speculative tendencies.
Socios Fan Tokens Should Not Be Considered Fan Engagement, Says U.K. Parliament Report
A House of Commons committee report has recommended the UK Government ban the use of fan tokens in sports.
The FTX Trial Is An Opportunity For Better Regulation Going Forward
FTX should be used as an example to build a more robust and pro-innovation crypto environment in the U.S.
Embracing Collaboration Over Isolation: Navigating The Shift In Global Cryptocurrency Regulations
The persistent pursuit of self-interest is gradually giving way to a more cooperative approach, with a focus on establishing effective, intelligent regulations.
Is The Data Accurate About Crypto Adoption In Africa?
Popular statistics, like Africa's adoption of mobile money, are less about the inevitability of crypto and more about the continent's exploding fintech landscape.
Asia Crypto Insights: Taiwan Issues New Regulatory Measures And Thailand Taxes Foreign Crypto
Regulators around the Asia Pacific region continue to ramp up their policy and enforcement postures. Updates from Taiwan, Thailand and Hong Kong.
SEC Chair Gensler Clashes With Congressman On Bitcoin, Ether
It appears the top two digital assets by market size, Bitcoin and Ether, are still creating consternation for policymakers as to the right regulatory approach.
Why A Black Blockchain Summit
Black Blockchain Summit, the longest-running event of its kind in the U.S, is thriving because of the infrastructure Black pioneers have built over the last 14 years.
SEC Delays Decision On Spot Bitcoin ETFs, Including BlackRock, During Looming Government Shutdown
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has postponed several decisions on spot bitcoin ETF applications in a move catching financial markets off guard.
Web3 Platform Offers Digital Passports With Game Changing Insurance Component to Protect Luxury Goods
Luxury Web3 fintech solution Vaultik combines EU regulation compliant, blockchain secured digital ID with e-certificate of ownership and on-chain insurance.
Crypto Regulation Need To Evolve: Regulators And Innovators Both Need To Compromise
Tokenized currencies will shape the future of global reserve assets, and need better regulation to so effectively
Is The U.S. Really Losing Its Prowess As A Cryptocurrency Market
The Coinbase vs SEC dispute has highlighted concerns that America’s days of a cryptocurrency hub are waning, and the possibility that Asia might pick up the slack.
UK Introduces Comprehensive Cryptocurrency Marketing Oversight Rules To Protect Investors, Bybit Suspends UK Services
The new rules, which include a cooling-off period for first-time investors, are being rolled out in the hope it will make marketing of crypto products more transparent...
Key Takeaways From 2023 Asian TOKEN2049 Event
The crypto community descended on Singapore last week for TOKEN2049, one of the premier blockchain events in Asia.
Crypto Actually Boosts Compliance, Blockchains And KYC Are Not Oil And Water
Know-your-customer and know-your-business compliance measures are potentially massive use cases for blockchain technology hitting the institutional mainstream.
3 Major Ways Web3 Will Disrupt The Financial Services Sector
Discover how Web3, powered by blockchain, NFTs, and cryptocurrency, is poised to revolutionize the financial landscape offering a more decentralized, and equitable future
Cato Conference Emphasizes The U.S. Is Falling Behind On Crypto
Last week's Cato conference, featuring U.S. Senator Bill Haggerty (R-TN), discussed the problems with the current U.S. approach to regulating cryptocurrency.
FSB And IMF Caution Against Blanket Crypto Bans In Collaborative Report
Last week, the International Monetary Fund and the Financial Stability Board published a joint report advising against implementing blanket bans on crypto-asset activi...
Zero-Knowledge Cryptography Offers A Solution To The Dangers Of Corporate Surveillance
Out data online is used for purposes and in ways outside of our control. A new technology called zero-knowledge cryptography offers a solution to that problem.
Regulators' Hostility To DeFi Players Cools Crypto Innovation
CFTC charges three entities related to the development of decentralized financial marketplaces in an unprecedented hostile approach towards the crypto space.
Decentralizing Regulation Will Help Crypto Innovate
Crypto is decentralized, so it makes sense that crypto regulation should be as well
Joe Biden, China And G20 Leaders Back ‘Swift’ Game-Changing Crypto Price Rules For $1 Trillion Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB And XRP Market
U.S. president Joe Biden and leaders of other G20 member nations have endorsed the radical, game-changing crypto regulation recommendations of the global Financial Stability Board (FSB)...
‘Deeply Concerned’—Fed Issues Serious $120 Billion Crypto Warning As Price ‘Death Cross’ Looms For Bitcoin And Ethereum
A top Federal Reserve official, Michael Barr, has warned he's "deeply concerned" about the $120 billion stablecoin market that's exploded over the last few years...
Keep Crypto But Put It On A Leash, G20 Advised
IMF, FSB say digital assets should not be legal tender, stablecoins need to be transparent.
Gary Gensler’s Crypto Approach Likely Won’t Be Slowed By The Courts
Gary Gensler has had high-profile defeats in court lately, but it will not lead to a change from his regulation-by-enforcement strategy.
Not Your Bitcoin: UK Crypto Firms Will Now Be Forced To Seize Some Inbound Payments
Brits who receive money via crypto exchanges may now have their funds seized if they can’t provide evidence about the sender’s identity and the purpose of the payment.
Binance Set To Avoid Conflicts In Russia And Venezuela
On August 25, the exchange delisted several Russian banks from its P2P platform, and did the same with the biggest public bank from Venezuela. Learn why.
Why DeFi’s Woes May Be Existential
Since 2019, hackers have raided DeFi protocols nearly 500 times, absconding with $6 billion, proving that smart contracts are no match for smarter miscreants.
Institutional Money Managers Agree With The SECs Regulation By Enforcement Of Crypto
A new survey commissioned by Nickel Digital found that 92 percent of institutional money managers agree with the SEC’s “regulation by enforcement” policy towards the crypto industry.
Congressman French Hill Sees Urgency In Congress To Pass Crypto Legislation
An exodus of American crypto companies offshore is creating momentum to finally pass needed legislation in congress.
The Monetary Authority Of Singapore Takes A Stand On Stablecoins
Stablecoins are the most palatable crypto for regulators. With Europe moving forward with regulation, it was only a matter of time before Singapore did the same.
The Ultimate Crypto Legal Guide To Structuring Your DAO
In the dynamic Web3 world, DAOs are a central component. This ultimate legal guide unravels the complexities of choosing the correct legal structure for DAOs.
How The PayPal Stablecoin Will Change The Crypto Conversation
PayPal is the latest TradFi institution to enter the crypto space
‘Monster Crypto Killer-App’—Crypto Suddenly Braced For A $2.8 Trillion PayPal Earthquake After Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Cardano, Dogecoin, Litecoin, Solana, Tron And Shiba Inu Price Boom
Bernstein analysts have called stablecoins the "monster crypto killer-app" that could catapult the $125 billion market to almost $3 trillion in just five years...
GAO’s Crypto Report Shifts Spotlight To Credit Unions, Minority And Community Banks
New GAO report notes blockchain can make transactions faster, cheaper, but also flags risks. Yet, credit unions, CDFIs, MDIs can safely offer digital assets to consumers.
Congress Creates A Storm Of Crypto Legislation
U.S. legislators are working on no less than five industry-specific pieces of legislation. Here’s what investors need to know about their chances of passage and impact on the industry.
New Anti-Crypto Movement Escalates Congress’s Assault On Privacy
Many members of the House are making progress toward improving U.S. crypto policy. But other members are escalating Congress's long-running attack on financial privacy.
Galaxy’s U.S. Move Risks New Delay From Lawsuit Linked To Luna
Class-action certification could force crypto company to alert shareholders to the case and alter SEC document for listing on Nasdaq.
Crypto’s Regulatory Winter Gives Way To Bipartisan Spring
From bitcoin ETFs and Ripple’s court victory to legislative progress in both the House and the Senate, signs of life are emerging in the digital asset ecosystem.
McHenry And House Members Move To Fix Crypto Policy
Last week, the House of Representatives took a positive step toward delivering what U.S. cryptocurrency policy severely needs: regulatory clarity.
Stakes Done? Coinbase Pressured To Halt Earnings Program In 4 States
U.S. allegation that retail service is really a security provides catalyst for bans
This Startup Wants To Deanonymize Blockchain. Privacy Advocates Are Furious.
Arkham Intelligence has created a marketplace that allows people to buy and sell blockchain data. That’s bad news for the anonymity-loving world of cryptocurrencies.
The IRS Pursuit Of Crypto Taxes Extends To Puerto Rico: What Investors Need To Know
The IRS is actively seeking more tax collection connected to crypto, and tax incentives in Puerto Rico are squarely on the agenda
Is Financial Inclusion A Friction Point As Synergies Between AI And Crypto Are Hyped?
The intersection of Web3 and artificial intelligence has emerged as a hot topic. However, as Congress and the White House focus on risks, what about equity and inclusion?
One Hot July Week Could Transform The Future Of U.S. Crypto Regulation
Over the course of one hot July week we saw all three branches engage in significant ways that could have a lasting impact on the future of crypto regulation.
Does The SEC’s Cryptocurrency View Differ That Much From The Rest Of The World?
The SEC wants cryptocurrency exchanges to operate not much differently than the NYSE or Nasdaq. Is this happening elsewhere?
We Already Have ‘Regulatory Clarity’ For Crypto
The Howey Test and American innovation are working just fine. What we need are not better laws, but principled regulators.
Can A Second Passport Help You Dodge The U.S. Crypto Crackdown?
For cryptocurrency investors in the U.S., life has gotten more difficult lately. Here's what you can do about it.
TradFi Will Push The Next Leg Of Crypto Adoption
Even as the SEC continues to crackdown on crypto exchanges, stablecoin issuers and many crypto-native firms, a silver lining for crypto adoption has emerged.
The Ripple Becomes A Wave: Why XRP’s Victory Lifts All Boats
The ripple effects from Judge Torres' decision could become a wave that lifts all boats in crypto—starting with Coinbase.
What The XRP Security Ruling Means For Bitcoin, Ethereum And BNB
On Thursday July 13, US judge Analisa Torres of the U.S. District Court of the Southern District of New York ruled that Ripple Labs’ XRP token is a security when offer...
Senators Reintroduce Landmark Crypto Bill Amid Heavy Competition And Regulatory Turf Battles
Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand produced a bi-partisan crypto bill that saw little progress last year. Now it will have to deal with competing legislation and a more hostile climate in Washington.
Lummis-Gillibrand Bill Resurrects Bipartisan Hopes For Crypto
Senators Lummis and Gillibrand are breathing new life into the bipartisan conversation on crypto on Capitol Hill
Bitcoin And The Four Horsemen Of The Infocalypse
As a result of this feature, Bitcoin has been largely criticized due to the potential of bad players using it to commit crimes.
Crypto Crime Proves The Technology Isn’t Robust Enough
Whatever the crypto maximalists say, this is not a technology anywhere near ready for primetime.
SEC Regulation Of DeFi Could Box Out Diverse Entrepreneurs And Impact Projects
SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s regulation by enforcement approach may derail decentralized finance, setting up roadblocks for diverse entrepreneurs and impact projects.
Crypto And AI Innovation: The London Attraction
Exploring London's Emergence as the Global Nexus of Crypto, AI, and Tech Innovation: Balancing Tradition, Regulation, and Disruptive Potential.
The “Minsky Moment” Drags On: The Financial Instability Hypothesis And Its Lessons
Stability breeds Instability. Instability can fell the mightiest of the beasts in the economic jungle. Minsky's prescription to counter the wild swings.
Your Financial Legacy When You Own Cryptocurrency
Here are some answers and tips on estate planning and administration for your financial legacy when owning Cryptocurrencies.
Crypto Regulation In Africa: Here Are Seven Nations And Their Regulatory Stance In The Last Five Years
Regulatory statements about cryptocurrency adoption in Africa have transitioned at different rates between 2018 and 2023.
Coinbase Suddenly Surges After Reports Suggest SEC Is Poised To Make A Game-Changing Decision That Could Play Havoc With The Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB And XRP
Analysts at the brokerage Bernstein have said they think the probability a U.S. spot bitcoin ETF will be approved is fairly high, calling the SEC's opposition to a spot bitcoin ETF hard to hold...
From Ally To Adversary: The 3 Stages Of Gary Gensler’s Crypto Evolution
SEC Chair Gary Gensler has held multiple positions on crypto over the years—but behind his contradictory statements is a logical strategy.
Bitcoin Suisse CEO: The Next Bull Market Is Coming, And We Will Be Ready
Don’t expect another hype-driven market cycle, says Dr. Dirk Klee. Regulatory rail guards and the end of cheap money will make the next bitcoin bull run different.
How The SEC Is Targeting Binance In A Sweeping Crypto Crackdown
A barrage of recent regulatory suits by the SEC against Binance could be part of a larger strategy to set an example in regulation of crypto.
Imagining A Cryptocurrency Landscape Without Binance
The world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange is under fire, recently being ordered to stop its business in Belgium. Will Binance.US be banned next?
Guardrails For AI, What Is Possible Today
A look at the peaks in the AI landscape, the need for regulation and compliance. A survey of laws. A glimpse at the architecture of Modguard to implement AI safety.
IMF Suddenly Flips On Crypto As Wall Street Fuels A $200 Billion Bitcoin, Ethereum And Crypto Price Rally
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has suddenly softened its previous attitude toward crypto bans, warning they "may not be effective"...
As Congress Dithers, Coinbase Turns To The Courts To Save Crypto
Two cases pitting an aggressive SEC against the largest U.S. cryptocurrency exchange could clarify the legal status of digital assets—or force the politicians to do so.
‘Emphasis On Surfing And Bitcoin’ Attracts Investments To El Salvador
El Salvador is gaining a lot of attention from Bitcoin startups and regulatory clarity is key for this wave of potential investments.
Examining The Crypto Road Ahead: Will ECON Kill MiCA In Europe?
In a remarkable twist of events, the European Parliament Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) has proposed alterations to MiCA regulations - as a surprise.
Coinbase Vs. SEC Calls Into Question The Future Of U.S. Crypto Exchanges
The SEC says its definition of rules are clear. Cryptocurrency exchanges, if they want to follow them, might have to break from trading.
Why The Unbanked In Europe Don’t Use Crypto For Daily Payments
“Oh, the unbanked are not using crypto!” Monique Morrow, co-founder of the Swiss nonprofit The Humanized Internet, told me in an interview.
A Secret ‘Alliance To Destroy Crypto’ By ‘Usurping Congress’—Key Elon Musk Ally Fans Wild Rumor That’s Played Havoc With The Price Of Bitcoin And Ethereum
A close associate of Tesla billionaire and Twitter owner Elon Musk has claimed without evidence that SEC chair Gary Gensler and influential U.S. senator Elizabeth Warren have formed an "alliance" to destroy crypto...
Crypto Firms Keep Getting Sued Over Staking Services - Why Investors Should Care
Crypto staking allows all investors to create wealth; it is being harmed due to a murky and antagonistic regulatory environment
‘Bloodbath’—Sudden $1 Trillion Crypto Crash Sparks Fresh Coinbase Warning And Tanks The Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Cardano, Dogecoin, Polygon And Solana
Crypto's latest crash comes as one of the top global credit rating agencies, Moody's, dropped its outlook on embattled bitcoin and crypto exchange Coinbase from stable to negative—signaling further declines to come...
SEC Civil Suits Against Binance And Coinbase Suggest Different Approach To Each Exchange
While the suits collectively indicate the SEC is ready to take a firm stance on how crypto is regulated, the suits indicate the companies are viewed very differently.
Crypto Now Braced For Another SEC Bombshell That Could Create Chaos For The Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB And XRP
A U.S. judge has ordered the SEC to respond within seven days to a 2022 petition made by Coinbase...
Twitter, TikTok, Instagram And YouTube Criticized By Consumer Group Over Misleading Crypto Ads
The group’s director said consumers are often promised “get rich quick” schemes that are “too good to be true” and risk leaving people high and dry.
SEC’s Crypto Campaign Unlikely To Stop At Binance And Coinbase
Court victories against big exchanges would threaten the rest of the industry’s business models unless Congress steps in.
Circle Begs Congress: Please Regulate Us
As crypto exchanges face SEC lawsuits, the company behind the $30 billion USD Coin believes that if regulation finally comes to crypto and stablecoins, its by-the-book approach will put it on top. It also could unleash a storm of formidable competition.
Coinbase Hit With SEC Suit That Identifies $37 Billion Of Crypto Tokens As Securities
Agency follows up on Binance complaint with case that accuses largest U.S. crypto exchange of registration infractions, including 13 digital assets.
The SEC Is Coming For Stablecoin Issuers Like Binance
The SEC’s move comes several months after New York Department of Financial Services ordered Paxos to end its role administering BUSD out of safety and soundness concerns.
SEC Charges Coinbase—Alleges Crypto Trading Platform Operated As Unregistered Exchange Since 2019
"We'll continue to operate our business as usual," Coinbase said after the suit, which comes one day after regulators levied 13 charges against fellow exchange Binance.
House Debate Over New Crypto Bill Comes As Binance Suit Shows Regulatory Cracks In U.S.
Republicans on two panels offer a draft that would settle SEC-CFTC turf battle over regulating digital assets, offer a path towards registration, and define when a token is a security.
SEC Charges Binance With Dodging Regulation While Piling Up Billions Of Dollars
Court action follows similar CFTC complaint, names CEO Changpeng Zhao in “plan to evade U.S. laws.”
Congress Introduces A Game-Changing Crypto Bill Amid $350 Billion Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB And XRP Price Pump
U.S. lawmakers have proposed a "functional framework" aimed at providing regulatory clarity for bitcoin and crypto companies in the country...
Warhol’s Marilyn, Mick And Mickey Go To Pieces On Ethereum
Fractional ownership has long promised to democratize access to art, and a new company is bringing blockchain into the mix. But the price of small investments is high fees that eat into potential returns.
Crypto Talent War For Blockchain Supremacy: The U.S. Versus The World
Blockchain's transformative potential has sparked a race among nations to attract the best talent in the field.
Academics Offer Important Insights Into How Crypto Markets Are Evolving
I discuss key insights from a set of research studies on crypto markets whose findings were presented at a recent conference which took place at Santa Clara University.
How Bitcoin Can Fuel Job Creation In Africa
Unemployment is one of the greatest challenges facing Africa today. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies may hold one of the keys to reducing unemployment in Africa.
How To Prevent And Quickly Recover From Ransomware
Regulation and standard systems practice greatly increases the chance of being penetrated by ransomware, suffering from it and having to actually pay the ransom. Proven methods are available for good protection and rapid recovery without paying, but they are largely ignored.
Africans Are Pioneering The Bright, Yet Complicated, Green Future Of Bitcoin Mining
Despite no clear regulation, Africans are using Bitcoin mining to provide rural communities with cheap and reliable access to electricity.
Tether Made $1.48 Billion In Profit, And Is Investing In Bitcoin: Implications For Crypto Investors
Tether is the largest and most profitable stablecoin issuer, and is reinvesting some of those profits into bitcoin
Ripple Effects From SEC Suit Could Strengthen Coinbase Litigation
In the SEC v. Ripple case, the Hinman documents could vindicate Ripple and XRP, in addition to boosting Coinbase's own litigation.
Is DAME The Wrong Kind Of Regulation?
Perhaps more certain than taxes, in general, was always going to be taxes on crypto currency.
What Binance’s Exit Means For The Future Of Crypto Exchanges In Canada
Binance, the world’s largest crypto-trading platform, made waves when it tweeted that it would no longer be offering service to Canadian customers due to new guidance.
Why Emerging Southeast Asia Is Crypto Friendly
Cryptocurrency may have originated in the G7 – if we assume Satoshi Nakamoto is Japanese – but in practice developing countries have often been the most enthusiastic about embracing decentralized virtual currencies.
The IRS Is Changing Crypto Bankruptcy With $44 Billion Of Claims Against FTX: Considerations For Investors
The IRS is looking to reasert regulatory leadership, and prioritize its claims over other creditors
Leak Reveals Secret Democratic Plan For A Game-Changing U.S. Crypto Crackdown That Could Hit The Price Of Bitcoin And Ethereum
A leaked memo circulated to Democratic House financial services committee members has revealed the "key messages" lawmakers were told to stick to that could see almost all cryptocurrencies categorized as securities...
Have The ‘Floodgates’ Opened?—‘Excitement’ Building As $10 Trillion Crypto Price Earthquake Looms For Bitcoin And Ethereum
"Excitement" is building in the bitcoin, ethereum and crypto market, with one investment banker asking: "Have the floodgates opened"...
NY Attorney General Poses Sweeping Crypto Regulation
Some say that the NYAG is methodically pushing the crypto industry out of New York. If the bill becomes law, crypto businesses would exit the State until Congress enacts preemptive federal legislation and only return once a single set of sensible rules apply nationwide.
What Japan Could Teach The U.S.—And The World—About Regulating Crypto
After the MtGox hack, Tokyo put in place tough rules that later protected FTX customers. Now, from that secure base, it’s moving to allow blockchain technologies to flourish.
Are We Ready For Avatars Reporting Sexual Harassment In The Metaverse Police Stations?
Could virtual avatars reporting real-world rape in Metaverse stations serve as offline witnesses in courts? As technology breaks boundaries from the outset, our systems adapt gradually—a look into our current standing.
What A Decentralized Infrastructure Is And How It Actually Works
In a decentralized network, users’ data is stored, processed and encoded in a unique way.
Beware Of Flatcoins, Crypto’s Inflation Busting Fad
These coins are designed to protect stablecoin holders from inflation. But they are complicated and it’s not clear whether they will actually work.
Coinbase Shares Up 9% As Crypto Exchange Beats Revenue Expectations
The exchange saw a 34% top-line increase in Q1, though results were far below the previous year.
Coinbase Sets Up Shop In Bermuda As It Battles SEC At Home
Exchange says it remains ‘committed to the U.S.’ but opposes ‘regulation by enforcement.’
Bitcoin Survived SVB And Silvergate Bank Fails; It Will Survive First Republic’s, Too
Over a one-month period beginning March 13, when Silvergate, Signature Bank and Silicon Valley Bank all folded, the bitcoin price has gone up by 25%, beating traditional financial stocks. Bitcoin haters in government and traditional banking have their work cut out for them.
Coinbase Escalates Its Fight With SEC Over Crypto Regulation
Sometimes people file lawsuits not because they think they will win, but because they know the lawsuit is the only way to ignite the kind of conversation that will effect meaningful change In recent days Coinbase took two important steps to accelerate the conversation on how crypto assets in the ...
Stablecoin Regulation Is Slowly Moving Forward: What Investors Need To Know
Stablecoins look simple, but have proven difficult to regualate
Navigating Slovakia’s Financial Landscape: A Density Anomaly Of Crypto Exchanges
Slovakia's Cryptocurrency Puzzle: Dissecting the Roots of a Crypto Exchanges Explosion in a Small Nation that houses almost 10 times the number of Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) compared to France, despite having only one-tenth of its population.
Crypto Usage Rises Across Argentina, Despite The Anti-Crypto IMF Deal
Argentina has troubles with its IMF debt, but their openness to restrictive crypto policies might be helping them to regoneciate the deal.
European Union Outpaces Unfocused United States In Crypto Regulation, But MiCA Article 68 Raises Concerns
EU advances in crypto regulation with MiCA, while the US faces disarray. But, MiCA Article 68's impact on privacy and innovation necessitates a more flexible approach and industry collaboration.
Nobody Know What’s Going On With Crypto
No one in the crypto business I’ve spoken to understands the current lofty price of bitcoin or ether. Here are some possible reasons.
Why Taylor Swift And Gary Gensler Agree On Crypto—And Why Congress Pushed Back
Even Taylor Swift wanted to know: Will digital assets be regulated as securities? Here's why Gary Gensler and Congress are butting heads over the issue.
‘I Dissent.’ SEC’s Hester Peirce Slaughters SEC For Killing Crypto
SEC Commissioner Hester Pierce released a statement criticizing the Commissions' proposal to amend the definition of an exchange.
Substack Shows Community Ownership Doesn’t Need Web3 Or Tokens
Substack, WeFunder, Orrick and KPMG are showing how the future of user ownership is now.
Ethereum Upgrade: How Shapella Could Expand Crypto Adoption
As fears of massive selloffs recede, what are some of the implications of the Shapella upgrade
Should We Create An ‘Island’ For God-Like Artificial Intelligence?
A recent Financial Times column called for creating an "island" around new artificial intelligence research. AI safety is an important issue, but before implementing such a dramatic proposal, we should get a better hand of the problem we face and the potential solutions first.
Forget Art, Let’s Trade: How A 10-Person Startup Came To Dominate NFT Markets
While NFT sales declined over the past year, a new trader-focused NFT marketplace quietly dethroned OpenSea as market leader.
Crypto, AI And The Metaverse Combine To Define The Post-Covid World
Don’t focus on the uproar and scandal, turn your fear and doubt filters up and prepare to ride these waves. Don’t leave your good investing principles behind because it is bound to be yet another wild ride.
Crypto Regulation: U.S. Treasury Statement On DeFi Emphasizes Anti-Money Laundering Rules
The United States Treasury Department has some strong words to share in its risk assessment on decentralized finance, also known as DeFi, as it also seeks to start a conversation on industry guidance.
Crypto Migration: European And Asian Regulators Welcome Crypto Innovation While U.S. Cracks Down
Negative headlines may have dominated talking points in the US, but, in contrast, European and Asian policymakers are moving ahead on crypto digital innovation.
The Case For Artificial Intelligence Regulation Is Surprisingly Weak
Artificial intelligence technology has made rapid progress in recent years, but the case for AI regulation remains surprisingly weak.
Crypto Regulation And Public Health: Financial Services And Gambling
Some of crypto might be better regulated as financial services, some as gambling so perhaps gambling’s public health perspective could provide valuable ideas around identification and authentication, “safe to spend” and velocity checks, advertising, guidance and so on in the crypto space.
Congress Moves To Broaden President’s Emergency Powers, Re-Introduce Internet Export Controls
Recent months have seen the introduction of several pieces of legislation, including the RESTRICT Act, the DATA Act, and the ANTI-SOCIAL CCP Act, that would greatly broaden the President’s emergency authorities under federal law.
Women-Led Web3 Startups To Watch In 2023
Social media has deteriorated—especially for women—and the media oligopolists love it. These media landlords like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Google, Apple, etc. have taken control of everything we do, say, share, post and buy online—and they are not very excited about the potential of Web3.
The EU Vs. The US: A Tale Of Two Crypto Regulatory Approaches
The US and the EU take starkly different approaches to crypto regulation. But can the EU become a global crypto hub?
Crypto Crackdowns Will Continue, But Innovation Can Survive
What crypto developers should focus on during this current crackdown
5 Facts You Need To Know About The ‘McWaters’ Stablecoin Bill
The USDC depeg was a heart-stopping moment for stablecoin holders the world over—and one that arguably could have been avoided with the “McWaters bill” now making its way through Congress.
We Should Welcome The New AI Doomerism
The Future of Life Institute, a nonprofit focused on reducing existential risks to humanity, released a petition arguing for a pause in artificial intelligence research. While the recommendation is unlikely to be followed, there are reasons to welcome the new doomsday messages circulating about AI.
Bitcoin Regains $28,000, XRP Reaches New 10-Month High In Crypto Market Rise
CFTC complaint against Binance raises hopes for some digital assets qualifying as commodities, limiting U.S. regulation as securities.
U.K. Drops Plans To Mint NFTs
Plans for U.K. government-backed NFTs are abandoned, despite initial enthusiasm from the country's prime minister
President’s Economic Report Blasts Crypto For Having No Fundamental Value
The Economic Report of the President is an annual publication by the Council of Economic Advisers that provides an in-depth analysis of the state of the U.S. economy, along with policy recommendations for addressing economic challenges.
Coinbase Is Considering Diversifying Its Regulatory Risk By Moving A Trading Unit Outside Of The U.S.
Coinbase, a leading United States-based cryptocurrency exchange, is considering diversifying its risk by establishing a trading platform in another country. If digital asset companies leave because of what they feel are oppressive regulations, the U.S. will lose a fast-growing industry
SVB Collapse Exposes Stablecoin Cracks, Regulation Likely For $100 Billion Industry
Circle’s USD Coin ballooned to $55 billion because institutional investors trust it more than Tether. Then SVB collapsed holding billions of USDC’s reserves and breaking the digital dollar. Finally, stablecoin regulation is coming.
Bitcoin At $1 Million In 90 Days And Dollar Destroyed—Huge Crypto Price Prediction Bet Fueled By Bank Crisis And Hyperinflation
Investor Balaji Srinivasan has warned the latest banking crisis could spark hyperinflation in the U.S.—and advised people to "buy bitcoin now and get your coins off exchanges"...
Regulator Shutdown Of Signature, SVB And Silvergate Banks Raises Questions About Neutrality
When three major U.S. banks—Silvergate Bank, Silicon Valley Bank, and Signature Bank—shut down, they had all experienced runs on deposits, but each was treated differently by regulators.
Legal Money Laundering: How A German Bank Is Cleaning Tainted Bitcoin And Other Dirty Cryptos
Blacklisted Bitcoin? Frankfurt’s Bankhaus Scheich has a budding business cleaning crypto and getting it back into circulation.
Five Things You Need To Know About Cryptocurrency And Taxes
The IRS is getting serious about cryptocurrency. While it's not a new tax topic, conflicting advice about losses and different wording on Form 1040 are resulting in some head-scratching.
‘Going Rogue’—Major Crypto Investor Issues Serious SEC Warning After Wild Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Swings
The head of crypto policy at venture capitalist Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has accused the SEC of "going rogue" in its pursuit of bitcoin and cryptocurrencies...
Crypto Didn’t Create This Crisis
Crypto is an easy scapegoat for the recent bank meltdowns. But there's more to the story.
Amid Collapse Of Signature, Silicon Valley Bank, Stablecoins Appear To Be Weathering The Storm (For Now)
With the business world rocked by the recent closures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, the crypto world is left trying to determine how stable stablecoins really are.
Russia’s Sberbank Moves Into DeFi, Following Slow-Moving Trend Of Traditional Banks
Here’s how Sberbank in Russia, and banks like Brazil’s Itau, are approaching the crypto economy.
Breaking The Buck: Stablecoins Depeg In Wake Of SVB And Silvergate Collapse
Popular stablecoins USD Coin And Dai Depeg In Wake Of SVB And Silvergate Collapse
How Leaders Should Be Considering Crypto
You're a leader. As such, your job is to see the future or – at the very least – how and from where that future is coming at you.
Beginners Guide To Crypto Regulation
Crypto regulation evolves constantly. Learn about the factors impacting crypto regulation and which government entities to pay attention to.
SEC Chair Gary Gensler Is Staffing Up To Investigate The Crypto Industry
The Securities and Exchange Commission is growing its headcount. The new hires will aid in the agency’s ability to review, investigate, audit, examine and potentially prosecute securities law violations related to new crypto products and trading activities.
Crypto Custody Needs Regulatory Clarity, Not Scapegoats
The ongoing crackdown by the SEC is hurting U.S. crypto innovation
CBDCs: Not Just A Different Form Of Money
Biden and Trump have done little more than carry on traditions. For decades, the federal government has expanded financial surveillance and involvement in money. Fortunately, Maj. Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) and his Financial Services colleagues are trying to prevent the Fed from issuing a retail CBDC.
Crypto Bank Silvergate Sees Client Exodus As Delayed Annual Report Puts Future In Question
Coinbase, Paxos and Circle are among the companies that have stopped accepting transfers.
Congress Has A Center Of Gravity To Pass Crypto Legislation In 2023
Former Acting White House Chief of Staff and Congressman Mick Mulvaney says that while Washington loves to find a scapegoat when things go wrong, crypto is one area that watchers can expect meaningful action on this year.
DAI Instability Could Kill Ethereum’s Favorite Crypto-Backed Stablecoin
MakerDAO’s DAI is the largest crypto-backed stablecoin in circulation. However, the stability of this popular stablecoin is far more precarious than most users realize.
Regulators Warn Banks - Say No To Crypto FinTech Companies
Banks are being told to think twice, and then a third time, before dealing with fintech companies who participate in the digital asset class.
Bankman-Fried Hit With Four New Criminal Charges Alleging Illegal Political Donations And Bank Fraud
A new indictment alleges the former billionaire steered tens of millions of dollars of illegal campaign contributions to both Democrats and Republicans.
Bitcoin And Crypto Now Braced For A China Earthquake After $100 Billion Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Cardano, Dogecoin, Polygon And Solana Price Rally
The cofounder of bitcoin and crypto exchange Gemini, Cameron Winklevoss, has issued a "bull run" price prediction—warning the U.S. can either "embrace [crypto] or be left behind"...
Coinbase Looks To A Well-Regulated Future After Mixed Q4
Results Sharply Lower Than Year Ago But Wilder Rivals Have Fallen
Reddit Co-Founder’s Quest For Unseizable Property
Alexis Ohanian’s ancestors perished during the Armenian genocide and had their assets seized. That generational trauma is a big reason why he’s betting heavily on NFTs and future social networks, despite crypto’s chilly winter storm.
The SEC’s Stablecoin Crackdown Could Reshape The Entire Crypto Market
The SEC’s Stablecoin Crackdown Could Reshape The Entire Crypto Market The SEC has ordered Paxos to stop trading its stablecoin, BUSD, and may issue charges against the blockchain platform US regulators have made a series of high-profile fines in the industry after the FTX crashed the market Other...
Custodia Amps Up Suit Against Fed; Crypto Firm Says Central Bank Breaking Law
Wyoming digital-finance specialist complains of a Washington conspiracy that could run it out of business. Wyoming digital-finance specialist complains of a Washington conspiracy that could run it out of business.
Is This The Real ‘Mysterious’ Reason Behind The Sudden $100 Billion Bitcoin, Ethereum And Crypto Price Boom?
Data has revealed this week's $100 billion bitcoin, ethereum and crypto price boom could have been triggered by institutional investors pouring over $1.5 billion into the crypto market...
SEC Claims New Turf In Lawsuit Against TerraUSD Stablecoin Creator
Strategy could provide roadmap for actions against other stablecoin and cryptocurrency issuers, lawyers say.
New Crypto Czar In Congress Sees Stablecoin Regulation As Fertile Bipartisan Ground Amidst A Growing Regulatory Crackdown
French Hill sees digital-asset failures as opening the door to legislation, with previous progress on stablecoins providing an entry point.
What To Expect After The Senate Banking Hearing On Crypto Crash
Senate Banking Hearing on Crypto Crash
Microsoft’s Industrial Metaverse Aspirations Can Wait
Software giant seems to be betting that its Windows franchise will provide a chance to enter the market when it is better defined.
Stablecoin Issuers May Be Crypto Industry’s Achilles’ Heel
When New York regulators ordered the crypto exchange Paxos to stop minting stablecoins this week, it revealed one of the Ethereum ecosystem’s greatest weaknesses: Fiat-backed stablecoin issuers that must obey laws in their respective jurisdictions.
Banning Crypto Staking Will Not Protect Investors
Bans and crack downs are not effective ways to make policy decisions
What You Need To Know About The Major Stablecoins In 2023
Stablecoin usage continues to climb in 2023, with hundreds of thousands of users relying on these US dollar-pegged cryptocurrencies every day.
Galaxy Global Head Of Trading Shares Tips On How To Avoid The Next FTX
Even the most robust due diligence processes can't catch all risks, but more can be done.
Tom Brady And Other A-Listers Sued For Fumbling FTX Endorsements
Superstar celebrities like NFL quarterback Tom Brady and comedian Larry David are facing lawsuits for endorsing failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX. But will they be held liable?
Chair Of New House Crypto Panel To Focus On Legal Clarity For Digital Assets
Congress is looking to put digital regulation on more stable footing in 2023.
Huge $3 Trillion Bitcoin Price Prediction Comes With A Stark 2023 Warning
A panel of crypto experts has predicted the bitcoin price will soar to almost $200,000 per bitcoin by 2030...
Crypto.com Lays Off More Of It’s Workforce As Crypto Winter Deepens
Crypto faces not only an economic downturn but a lack of trust in the sector altogether.
How Crypto Can Reset At Davos 2023
Crypto can win at Davos 2023 with smart policy conversations
You Want The Next Big Trend? It’s Artificial Intelligence In Crypto
There’s an untapped potential we’re only just beginning to see put to use.
Coinbase Will Pay $100 Million After Regulators Find 'Significant Failures' Heightened Risk Of Criminal Activity
Regulators allege Coinbase "did the bare minimum" to verify customer information and overlooked information that was "on its face clearly inaccurate."
State Of Crypto And Web3: Has The Space Gone In Winter Sleep Mode?
The question is whether we are in the midst of a crypto winter or even a crypto ice age. In this article, we highlight the current trends in the crypto space and explain what the "crypto winter" is all about.
Gemini Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Unregistered Interest-Bearing Accounts
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is facing a class-action lawsuit over claims that it sold interest-bearing accounts without registering them as securities.
Andy Yen, CEO Of Proton, On The Tech Giants That Dominate The Internet, The Web’s Future And Bitcoin
Andy Yen is the co-founder and CEO of the Proton suite of services: a privacy-oriented solution that aims to provide an alternative vision for the Internet.
2022 Year In Review: Crypto Policy Experiences Massive Turbulence In Congress Amid TerraUSD And FTX Failures
Crypto's many collapses this year left legislators with their heads spinning. Here's what to expect in 2023.
Crypto And Blockchain Predictions For 2023
2022 was a rough year for crypto, but what might 2023 hold?
Have FTX And ASX Killed The Promise Of Blockchain?
You would be forgiven for thinking everything is broken in the world of blockchain. Yet some remarkable success stories are emerging, hidden in plain sight. What explains the divergent outcomes for different projects this year?
Regulators Must Take Responsibility For FTX And Sam Bankman-Fried's Meltdown
There were more factors at play than just the relationship between FTX and Alameda Research.
FTX Is Not The End Of Centralized Exchanges
Centralized exchanges play an important role, and will continue to do so
Why More Than 26,000 People Were Laid Off In The Crypto Sector This Year
Executives of cryptocurrency exchanges are bracing for a long, cold crypto winter characterized by layoffs. The reasons for concern include the cratering of crypto prices, the FTX debacle, an implosion of crypto platforms and higher interest rates.
Lummis Reveals FTX Donation, Says It Did Not Come From Bankman-Fried
Senator Cynthia Lummis sits with Forbes' Rosemarie Miller to discuss the FTX collapse and a donation she found from the fallen company.
Why This Crypto Hedge Fund Is Ignoring ‘Buy Signals’ And Prefers To Stay In Cash For Now
Quant fund Strix Leviathan is planning to stay liquid and on the sidelines until it is comfortable that contagion has run its course and the market has a new clear direction.
Bankman-Fried, Offering Little Clarity, Says ‘I’ve Had A Bad Month’
Speaking by video at New York Times event, FTX founder apologizes but claims company’s collapse was the result of error not malfeasance.
Crypto Does Not Need A Rescue Fund, It Needs To Get Boring
Bailouts and speculation are not the future of crypto
Gemini Crypto Pauses Withdrawals, Fallout Continues From FTX Collapse
What’s the latest Gemini crypto news? Well, Gemini recently announced they were pausing withdrawals, launching their own Trust Center, and what this means for crypto investors.
The Crypto Winter Is Here: Regulators Should Not Let It Go To Waste
I am optimistic. The crypto winter will help post-industrial capitalism to reinvent itself for the online age and all of us, not only crypto speculators, will benefit from that.
BlockFi Bankruptcy In The Latest FTX Casualty
Crypto platform BlockFi has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in New Jersey, citing exposure to FTX as a major factor in their collapse.
How Sam Bankman-Fried Sold The Bahamas An Empty Crypto Dream
The FTX founder blew into the island nation with promises of prosperity and philanthropy. After he allegedly oversaw the use of customer deposits to fuel risky crypto trading, Bankman-Fried’s empire collapsed — and Bahamians are reeling from yet another scandal.
‘Headed For Oblivion’—$800 Billion Crypto Price Shock Sparks Fears Of Catastrophic End For Bitcoin And Ethereum
Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman has warned the bitcoin and crypto industry could be "headed for oblivion"...
Joe Biden Leads ‘Critical’ Call For Game-Changing, Global Bitcoin And Crypto Rules After Shock FTX Collapse
G20 leaders called the need for international rules to govern the fast-growing bitcoin and crypto space "critical" and said potential risks to "financial stability" needed to be mitigated...
‘Bitcoin Billionaires’ Author Ben Mezrich Takes On Amazon Self-Publishing
Art imitates life as the author who made Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss famous launches his own blockchain product, a tokenized screenplay, with plans to take on the publishing industry directly.
‘Undervalued’—Coinbase CEO Reveals ‘Bullish’ Crypto Prediction After $200 Billion FTX Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Crash
Coinbase's CEO has predicted looming crypto regulation will help the largest crypto companies over smaller rivals...
FTX ‘Contagion Risk’ Fuels Coinbase Stock Plunge—Analyst Worries Users Will ‘Leave Crypto Entirely’
The FTX collapse has created new headwinds for Coinbase "that warrant additional caution," one analyst warns. Another called crypto a "deteriorating industry."
‘Reignited’ GameStop Short-Seller Reveals The Surprise Cryptocurrency It’s Betting Against After FTX Crash Hits Bitcoin And Ethereum Price
Bitcoin, ethereum and other major cryptocurrencies have been hard hit by the shock collapse of the sprawling FTX empire—with fears suddenly springing up around other crypto companies.
Online Casino Slotie Faces Regulator Deadline Over Questionable NFT Sales
Time running out for online casino to respond to state complaints that its NFTs were unlicensed securities.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Collapsed Crypto Empire Creates Regulatory Chaos In Washington
Sam Bankman-Fried was a regular on the D.C. legislative circuit. Now that he's left the picture, competing laws will fight for regulatory superiority.
A Path To Crypto Regulation: New Scholarship Sheds Light During Crypto Winter
In these dark days of crypto winter, sometimes the brightest light can come from the least expected of places, like a really long law article with an inscrutable name that considers 276 appellate opinions of Howey precedent.
Crypto Regulation Sees Plenty Of Legislative Activity
In this episode of Hot Wallet, Executive Director of Blockchain Association Kristin Smith sits with Forbes reporter Rosemarie Miller to discuss the impact regulations have on the crypto industry.
FTX’s Collapse Highlights The Need For Better Crypto Reporting Requirements
Improved crypto accounting and reporting will bring much-needed transparency to the space
‘The Devil In Nerd’s Clothes’: How Sam Bankman-Fried’s Cult Of Genius Fooled Everyone
Crypto insiders paint a picture of a charismatic tech founder who became the darling of high-powered investors, even as he was brazen about his cryptocurrency exchange’s shaky business model and kept the books closed to all but a few confidants.
FTX Raised Funds Using The Opaque Form D Market: “Lite” Regulation Has Costs
The Form D market also financed Theranos and has surpassed public IPOs as a way to raise investor funds in recent times. Opacity in Form D fund raising has benefits and costs. I suspect that the Form D market is under regulated.
Crypto Security Is Even More Important After The FTX Meltdown
Not your keys, not your coins is just the start of better crypto cybersecurity
Here Are Five Regulatory Objections Toward Cryptocurrency Use In Africa
Many countries are taking a wait-and-see approach as they look into Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) as an alternative to cryptocurrencies. Meanwhile, here are some regulatory objections to cryptocurrency use.
Crypto Regulators ‘Missing An Opportunity’ With Bitcoin Spot ETF
Anti-establishment crypto evangelists now seek to work with regulators on cryptocurrencies.
Biden’s White House Is Shutting Out Congress From Its Crypto-Policy Framework
The Administration has determined that enforcement actions under existing law can be made to cover digital assets.
Crypto Issues A Factor For 37% Of U.S. Voters, Study Finds
Most Americans do not think digital assets make good long-term investments, but they want clearer regulations.
Ethereum Founder Issues ‘Controversial’ Bitcoin And Crypto Warning Amid Wild Price Swings
Ethereum cofounder Vitalik Buterin, one of the most respected voices in the bitcoin and crypto community, has issued a "controversial" crypto adoption warning...
Bitcoin Represents A New Hope For Youthful Investors; Here’s What The Demographics Show
Amid fear, restrictions, and uncertainty, why are people still adopting crypto? What does it mean for them such that they keep increasing interest and investment into it? This is what crypto represents.
Will Crypto Brokers Cashout The Donation Wallets Intended For The Russian Military?
A months-long analysis of 3,348 Russian-speaking Telegram channels resulted in finding 363 donation cryptocurrency wallets that continue to raise money for the Russian military and trace their flows to financial institutions. Will the institutions allow those funds to be cashed out?
Biden Administration Wants To Make It Easier To Seize Crypto Without Criminal Charges
For starters, the Attorney General wants to broaden the most abusive form of civil forfeiture, which occurs without any independent or impartial judicial oversight.
Does The Metaverse Need Blockchains?
As we see major metaverses come to market, such as the one being developed by Meta, what will becomes apparent is that users care little for the technology behind the experiences they partake in.
‘Flood Into’ Crypto—Bitcoin Poised For An Unexpected S&P 500 Earthquake After $2 Trillion Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano And Dogecoin Price Crash
Investor and Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary has predicted a long-awaited piece of regulation could be poised to catapult bitcoin and crypto into the S&P 500—warning, "you either join the wave or get lost"...
DeFi Is At War: But Not With Who You Think
DeFi is at war, not with macro conditions or regulators, but with hackers: cyber-criminal and state sponsored syndicates. The industry is on notice that it must move to a war footing to better protect its customers, staff, and shareholders from financial and reputational damage in the emerging Web3.
The Risks Of Overinvesting In Unregulated Markets
Gen Z is drawn to the volatility and decentralized nature of digital assets such as cryptocurrency and NFTs.
Ripple Gets The Documents It Wants; Maybe Not The Ones It Needs
Company claims a victory after long fight with SEC, but benefits remain to be seen.
Billionaire CEO Of FTX Crypto Exchange Has A Solid Solution To Sanctions
Could the U.S. government ever make an active commitment towards using blockchain technology as a core part of our financial regulation landscape?
Cracks At Kraken: Crypto’s Near Empty C-Suite
Founder Jesse Powell’s anti-establishment ethos helped fuel the company’s growth into a leading global crypto exchange. But as Kraken matured, Powell became a liability. His recent departure means there are now four empty offices in the exchange's top echelon.
Crypto Rules Likely To Follow European Models As U.S. Fiddles
Squabbling regulators, lack of laws have Washington playing catch-up.
Celsius, The Trouble With Crypto
There are two schools of thought in crypto: to regulate or not to regulate.
The Top Five Web3 Trends In 2023
Web3 is continuing to make massive advances and promises to disrupt many industries. Here we look at the biggest Web3 trends in 2023.
Andreessen Horowitz's Crypto Lobbying Blitz Is Paying Off
Partners at A16Z held a fundraiser for New York congressman Ritchie Torres. Soon after, he pressured an industry group that threatened to derail a portfolio company.
Verified, Self-Sovereign Decentralized ID Enables Compliance Without Compromising DeFi
Verified, Self-Sovereign Decentralized ID Enables Compliance Without Compromising DeFi
The Secretive World Of MEV, Where Bots Front-Run Crypto Investors For Big Profits
True believers say crypto is more transparent than traditional finance. Yet that openness—combined with clunky infrastructure and an absence of regulation–lets crypto trading firms with lightning-fast bots prey on unsuspecting retail traders.
Crypto Rule Suggestions From U.S. Panel Seek To Plug Holes
Spot markets, regulator-shopping, lack of intermediaries draw concern.
‘Coin: A Founder’s Story’ Offers A Meticulous Look At Crypto And The Ups And Downs Involved In The Origins Of Brian Armstrong’s Coinbase
Coin: A Founder's Story gives us a glimpse into the startup history of Brian Armstrong's Coinbase, as well as a look at Crypto and the controversies that the company has faced.
Bitcoin And Ethereum Were Potential Inflation Hedges, What Went Wrong?
In 2022, bitcoin and ethereum have both lost two thirds of their value. That's not inconsistent with their historically high volatility.
Crypto Rules In EU Lean Toward Investor Protection, Away From Privacy
Regulations would bring strict requirements for stablecoins and transaction reporting.
Helium, The A16Z-Backed Crypto Unicorn, Spars With Binance Over Delisting
Binance told Forbes it delists tokens to protect its users, and periodically reviews “each digital asset we list to ensure that it continues to meet a high level of standard.”
Can Your Financial Advisor Give Advice On Crypto?
Some financial advisors may be reluctant to recommend cryptocurrencies. Find out how to vet yours and what to do if your advisor is resistant to crypto investing.
This Week In Credit Card News: Americans Can’t Pay Off Debt Due To Inflation; Crypto’s Popularity Weakens
What took place this week in the credit card and payment industries.
Rhode Island Wants To Make It Easier To Do Business Using Blockchain Technology
Newly-appointed Secretary of Commerce for Rhode Island Liz Tanner wants to use blockchain to solve government bureaucracy.
Messari’s Mainnet Conference Two Weeks Later: Crypto Winter Has No End In Sight
Mainnet attendees quietly bullish. Why to "Keep Calm and 'Hodl' On."
Kim Kardashian’s $1 Million Fine Could Impact Uniswap, SushiSwap And Other Decentralized Exchanges
Investigation into mysterious cryptocurrency could answer longstanding questions about how regulators will respond to securities traded on Uniswap, SushiSwap and other decentralized exchanges.
Kim Kardashian Fined For Cryptocurrency Promotion, Here’s What It Means For Crypto
The SEC announced that Kim Kardashian has agreed to pay a $1.26 million settlement for her involvement in illegally promoting EthereumMax to 250 million Instagram followers.
U.S. Regulators Recommend Three New Bills To Address Crypto Risks And Gaps
The report on ‘Digital Asset Financial Risks and Regulation 2022’ was made public today by FSOC after a vote from the members approved the response to Section 6 of Biden’s Executive Order (E.O. 14067) released in March of 2022.
Banks Drawn To Web3 Technology But Restrained By Lack Of Rules
New Bain Partner Richard Walker says blockchain-based systems stymied for now.
Coinbase’s Chief Product Officer’s Plan To Build Through The Crypto Winter
Coinbase Chief Product Officer Surojit Chatterjee wants to use the market downturn to launch a new suite of products as the company looks to diversify away from its over-reliance on trading fees.
Digital Cash Is Not Physical Cash
We now have zero-knowledge proofs, blinding, homomorphic encryption and many other tried and tested techniques that can use to keep data private in normal circumstances but that can reveal it in special circumstances, such as the production of court order.
It Could ‘Double In Price’—Crypto Braced For A Surprise $350 Billion Earthquake Amid Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano And Dogecoin Crash
A top U.S. regulator has said the bitcoin and crypto market could be headed for a price boom if a comprehensive regulatory framework is put in place...
‘Better Tech’—A Legendary Google Billionaire Is Backing A Radical Bitcoin And Ethereum Rival Despite Huge $2 Trillion Crypto Price Crash
Former Google chief executive and billionaire Eric Schmidt has said chainlink has "better technology" and "scales better" than other cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum...
Robinhood Lets 1% Of 1 Million Applicants Test Drive Crypto Wallet For The Masses
The online brokerage known for popularizing no-fee trading is aiming to provide the go-to wallet for crypto newcomers.
Proof-Of-Stake: Will The Ethereum Merge Really Lead To A Rally?
Ethereum completed the merge as the network switched to the proof-of-stake model for verifying transactions on the blockchain. We look at proof of stake and what the Ethereum merge means for investors in search of a rally.
Does The Federal Reserve Regulate Cryptocurrency?
The Federal Reserve plays a very small role in regulating the budding digital currency ecosystem, but crypto isn’t free from government oversight, and there are multiple agencies ready to take a more active regulatory stance - here's what investors need to know.
‘It’s Not Priced In’—Crypto Braced For $300 Million Game-Changer As The Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano And Dogecoin Swing
Bitcoin, ethereum and other major cryptocurrencies are still struggling despite a wave of bullish announcements and an eye-popping bitcoin price prediction...
The Queens Of Crypto: BFF’s Brit Morin And Jaime Schmidt
The crypto company recently launched several new initiatives to continue their mission of expanding access to education, including a free newsletter written by journalist Caroline Fairchild and the Belonging and Mattering Council, a diverse group of individuals who will weigh in on programming.
Are U.S. Crypto Regulators Staking Out Territory Via Enforcement Actions?
As regulatory enforcement actions unfold between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the latter just subtly claimed Ethereum (ETH) and DAI, a stablecoin backed by other crypto tokens, as digital commodities.
Abra Joins $152 Billion Stablecoin Market On Its Way To Becoming A Bank
Following Binance’s playbook, the crypto brokerage will consolidate rival tokens with its new USD-A position.
Binance Appoints Two Africans To Its Global Advisory Board
The board, consisting of 11 members, will advise Binance on issues relating to regulation, politics and society, according to a statement from the company.
How Binocs Promises To Help Keep Crypto Investors Out Of Trouble
Binocs has raised $4 million of seed finance for its tax and compliance solution for crypto investors
Is Ether A Security? How The Merge Reignited Questions Around Crypto Regulation
The merge continues to have ramifications for ether and crypto at large
Why Is Crypto Crashing Today (Again)?
Several major cryptocurrencies suffered heavy losses early Monday as the market’s valuation plunged to nearly $900 billion.
Ether Slips After Much-Anticipated Merge Completion | More Crypto Regulation Coming
Sep. 17 Issue: Crypto’s most anticipated upgrade, dubbed the Merge, is complete.
After Raising $40 Million, African Bitcoin Exchange Yellow Card Seeks ‘Unicorn Status By End Of 2023’
Pan-African crypto exchange Yellow Card has announced the raise of $40 million in Series B financing to fund its growth plans.
Joe Biden Just Sent A Stark Warning To Bitcoin And Crypto After $2 Trillion Price Crash
The Biden administration has instructed U.S. government agencies to double down on bitcoin and crypto enforcement—potentially putting the $1 trillion market on a collision course with regulators...
Senate Hearing Could Mark The Start Of The Playoffs—And Maybe The Super Bowl—For Crypto Regulation
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee will hold a legislative hearing Thursday for S. 4760, the Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act of 2022, while Senate Banking holds a hearing on oversight of the SEC, resulting in both the Chairs of the CFTC and SEC testifying at the same time.
Here's What It Will Take To Bridge The Regulatory Gap To Enable Crypto Growth In Africa
How can regulators play catch up with the crypto ecosystem to support its growth?
FTX’s Bankman-Fried Says He’s ‘Surprisingly Optimistic’ U.S. Will Devise Crypto Rules Within A Year
Other crypto executives at SALT event, less sanguine, focus on SEC’s 'regulation by enforcement'.
Jack Dorsey’s Former Boss Is Building A Decentralized Twitter
A little-known group of interoperable social networks has been growing in private for years, but now that an engineer behind Twitter’s pilot, Evan Henshaw-Plath has joined the fray, the parallel universe is verging on mainstream.
SEC Chair Gensler Defends Stringent Crypto Policing: Detroit Needed Traffic Lights To Thrive
The agency chief tried to be in two places at once in a whirlwind tour of Manhattan in an effort to convince lawyers and investors that crypto regulation is good for business
The White House Wants Crypto Mining Companies To Share How Much Energy They Use With Regulators
A new report from the Office of Science and Technology Policy underscores climate concerns about crypto mining, challenging claims that miners can strengthen the energy grid.
Lawyers, Legislators And Labels: What Is ‘Crypto’ Anyway?
The Law Society of England & Wales is proposing a new, third category of property to allow for what they call "new, emergent, and idiosyncratic objects of property rights".
Bitcoin, Ethereum Regulation Likely To Wind Up Mainly Under CFTC
Oversight cost and source of funding for growing crypto industry yet to be identified.
More Than Half Of All Bitcoin Trades Are Fake
A new Forbes analysis of 157 crypto exchanges finds that 51% of the daily bitcoin trading volume being reported is likely bogus.
Does A Digital Dollar Make Cents?
As the world moves toward a more digital future, it comes as no surprise, reignited discussions of a digital dollar are in the news.
Crypto Venture Capitalist Breaks Down Likely Winners And Losers From Ethereum Merge
DeFi and other applications built on top of Ethereum are likely to benefit from the merge, while major competitors will see the challenge stiffen.
Crypto Winter Watch: All The Big Layoffs, Record Withdrawals And Bankruptcies Sparked By The $2 Trillion Crash
Another crypto lender is fending off forced liquidations, and more firms laid off hundreds of workers this week—marking the latest casualties of a bear market that continues to leave a path of destruction in the digital currency sector.
Amid Tornado Cash Sanctions, Decentralization Of Crypto Remains An Enigma
When the movie ‘I, Robot’ highlighted the dilemma of attempting to program ethics into robots through the ‘three laws’, the dystopian future of machines rebelling against humans still remains a Hollywood production of fiction.
Crypto Mixers Are Making Headlines, But What Are They?
What is a crypto mixer, and what does the future hold for them?
‘Floodgates Of Capital’—Crypto Is Braced For $21 Trillion Boom As Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano, Luna, Shiba Inu, And Dogecoin Skyrocket
"A catalyst for a path to $250,000+ [bitcoin] is becoming clear,” says bilionaire fund manager Dan Tapiero. Meanwhile, the price of bitcoin, ethereum, BNB, XRP, solana, cardano, luna, shiba inu, and doegoing skyrocket.
Mark Cuban On SEC’s Crypto Fines: “They Litigate To Regulate”
After levying an insider trading case against a former Coinbase manager, the SEC drew the ire of billionaire Mark Cuban, who tweeted there's a "nightmare that's waiting for the crypto industry".
Creating Your First DAO Should Not Be So Expensive Or Painful
Creating a DAO with a legal wrapper today is expensive, complex and requires enormous legal and incorporation expenses. So what are the steps involved to make this process easier for all interested parties?
Every U.S. Crypto Exchange (And Binance) Is Being Investigated By The SEC, Says Senator Lummis Staffer
Widely circulated reports that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is investigating $20 billion crypto exchange Coinbase are just the tip of the iceberg, according to a staffer from U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis’ office.
Binance.US Delists Cryptocurrency SEC Deemed A Security
Exchange is first major player to respond to agency’s classification.
CFTC Commissioner Pushes Back Against Claims The Regulator Cannot Police Digital Markets
CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham is on a mission to provide a fair and transparent regulatory structure for today's emerging digital asset markets.
11 Charged In Alleged $300 Million Crypto Pyramid Scheme By Forsage
This is the largest crackdown yet from the SEC’s newly formed cryptocurrency regulation unit.
Cryptocurrency Should Be Taxed As Investments, Not Money
Like many crypto supporters, Toomey and Sinema appear to want tokens treated as both money and property.
The Gap Between The Crypto Industry And Regulators Has Never Been Wider
The crypto industry is in a stunning place—there's nearly 100% disagreement between regulators and crypto companies on a foundational question.
Crypto Turns Out To Be Nothing But A Massive Pump And Dump Scheme Fueled By Widespread Manipulation
Discusses the failure of regulators to prevent investor losses in crypto.
Understanding Three Challenges That Make Cryptocurrency Regulation Difficult For Nation States
These are the three aspects that make crypto regulation difficult in Africa.
Crypto Must Overcome Its Perceived Illegitimacy To Scale
In recent weeks, near unprecedented bitcoin volatility has sparked a firestorm of debate as pundits and investors argue about the value, monetary or otherwise, of cryptocurrency. New investor solutions are positioning to answer crypto skeptics and look to take some of the magic out of crypto.
Crypto Exchanges Fight ‘Gravitational Pull’ To Delist Assets Deemed Securities
Following a lawsuit alleging insider trading of nine crypto assets deemed securities hundreds of exchanges are left wondering whether to appease the SEC.
Coinbase Crypto ‘Nightmare’ Is Just Beginning Amid Wild Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Swings
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has warned the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) "regulation-by-enforcement approach" to cryptocurrencies is just the start of a "nightmare that's waiting for the crypto industry"...
Crypto Will Benefit From Global Collaboration, Not Monolithic Global Rules
Flexibility and communication, not edicts and mandates, are how to successfully regulate crypto.
Bitcoin Is Knocking On 10 Downing Street
A vote for Rishi is a vote for crypto (even if he avoids saying it).
Treasury And Maxine Waters Crypto Bill Negotiations: Is It Abandoned, On The Operating Table Or Discretely Locked In?
This means that there could be a bill as early as next week that is essentially coming from the President’s desk if the White House buys into the compromise, making this legislation vastly different than other bills the cryptocurrency industry has seen before.
Three Reasons Behind The Remarkable Growth Of Crypto Asset Use In Africa Despite Regulatory Uncertainty
Trust, product value and the need for intermediaries are three of these principles that give insight into some of the reasons why presently, cryptocurrency adoption in Africa has grown significantly in recent years in spite of regulatory uncertainty.
Will Coinbase Survive Amid The Crypto Chaos?
Coinbase is suspending their affiliate program in a bid to cut costs, which has been labeled by some market commentators as a "big red flag."
‘Crisis On The Horizon’—Leak Reveals ‘Major’ Coinbase Red Flag Amid Wild Bitcoin, Ethereum And Crypto Price Swings
Leaked Coinbase emails show the crypto exchange is "temporarily shutting down" its U.S. affiliate marketing program—the latest blow to the troubled crypto industry and branded a "major red flag" by one investor...
Crypto Failures Highlight The Need For Better Accounting Standards
Trust and transparency, via better crypto accounting, are essential for crypto to mature.
Celsius Has Paid Its Debts To DeFi’s Biggest Lenders, Reclaiming Over $1 Billion In Collateral
The crypto lender borrowed big from Compound, Aave and Maker.
Web3 And The Future Of Music
In this article, we explore how Web3, blockchain technolgy and NFTs could transform the music industry.
How This Member Of Parliament Rescued Bitcoin Amid New Regulatory Reforms In Europe
We set clear rules for a harmonised market that will provide legal certainty for crypto-asset issuers, guarantee a level playing field for service providers and ensures high standards for consumers and investors," said MEP Stefan Berger
Take The Plunge, Ric Edelman Advises Crypto-Wary Advisors
While many wealth managers keep cryptocurrencies at arm’s length amid the markets crash, an industry pioneer begs to differ.
Bitcoin Price $10,000 Prime Day Discount And Elon Musk Dogecoin Drama—CryptoCodex
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Crypto Regulations Are Moving Fast – Suggestions For Productive Policy Debates Going Forward
Smart regulation is key for dynamic, and sustainble, development in the crypto space
Lummis-Gillibrand Crypto Bill: An Important Step In Bringing Regulatory Clarity To Bitcoin, Stablecoins, & Digital Assets
If the Responsible Financial Innovation Act were to become law, the U.S. could instantly leapfrog its competitors and become the world leader in crypto innovation and inclusion. Here’s why.
U.S. Rushes To Lead International Crypto Regulation Before Getting Its Own House In Order
The United States tries to steer international cooperation amongst cryptocurrency as it struggles to regulate digital assets on its own turf.
This Landmark Law Aims To End Crypto As We Know It In 2023- As Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano, And Dogecoin Rebound
If this regulation becomes the global standard, it will defeat the original promise of crypto. Meanwhile, the price of bitcoin, ethereum, BNB, XRP, solana, cardano, and dogecoin rebound.
Biden Official Reveals Crypto Plans Amid $2 Trillion Terra Luna-Led Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano And Dogecoin Price Crash
Reports have emerged the Biden administration could pass crypto legislation governing so-called stablecoins such as the recently collapsed terraUSD and its support coin luna as soon as this year...
The Supreme Court’s Wrecking Ball Could Impact SEC Authority
If the Court determined that the question in Ripple is not whether XRP is a security, but instead, ‘Does the SEC have the authority to set policy for the future of finance,’ it would certainly find that to be a "‘major question," potentially gutting the SEC’s enforcement powers.
Why Is The SEC Rejecting Grayscale’s Spot Bitcoin ETF?
Grayscale Investments' proposal to convert its Bitcoin ETF into a spot ETF was rejected by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday.
Crypto Venture Capitalist Expects Regulatory Response To Recent Carnage To Be “Harsh, Aggressive And Warranted”
The recent crypto crash exposed deep fissures and key vulnerabilities in the marker. Venture Capitalist Nic Carter expects the regulators to respond quickly and decisively.
Can Crypto Still Save The World?
It makes sense for a government regulatory crypto regime to require installing quantum-safe solutions for the entire industry. This can even set the next cryptographic standard for the rest of the financial sector, from banks to equity and credit markets.
Metaverse, NFTs, Web3 And Virtual Land In The Sandbox
Decentralized platforms like The Sandbox offer an alternative to the metaverse vision of tech giants like Facebook (Meta) and Microsoft. I chat to founder Sebastien about the opportunity to take control of our digital lives away from tech giants and build a virtual future that we can all control.
Crypto Now Braced For A $2 Billion Goldman Sachs Bombshell As The Price Of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano And Dogecoin Swing
Reports have emerged Wall Street giant Goldman Sachs is looking to raise $2 billion to snap up the assets of embattled crypto lender Celsius...
A Big Bitcoin Warning…And Other Small Business Tech News This Week
Bitcoin drops significantly, Google starts charging for its popular apps and a few senators introduce a bill that makes a lot of sense.
Is Bitcoin Dead? Here Is What The Fundamentals Are Showing
The price of Bitcoin is down 55.55% year-to-date and that has led to the speculation that it is dead and it’s price will never recover.
‘Heading To Zero’—China Issues Shock Bitcoin Price Warning Amid Huge $2 Trillion Crypto Crash
A Chinese Communist Party newspaper has warned investors should be prepared for the bitcoin price to hit zero...
‘Let Crypto Build,’ Says Congressman Tom Emmer
The solution, according to Emmer, is not more regulation, but rather a taxonomy by Congress that establishes definitions and creates a framework for building in web3.
SEC Commissioner Does Not Support Crypto Bailouts, Says Market Crash Reveals True Innovators
Count SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce among those believing that the recent crash could give the industry a more sustainable foundation for the future. But first the crypto market may need to go through a painful unwinding period.
U.S. Financial Regulators Are Signaling A Potential Crypto Crackdown This Summer
Amid the first-ever U.S. Executive Order on Digital Assets issued in March of 2022, this month provided the first-ever comprehensive and bipartisan digital asset legislation from sponsored by Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY).
KuCoin CEO On Competition, Altcoins, Emerging Markets And The Future Of The Exchange
Johnny Lyu discusses what crypto investors should know about the exchange, its business model of listing altcoins, the role emerging markets in the crypto, the exchange’s plans to onboard new crypto users, competing against the Binances and the FTXs as well as KuCoin’s plans for Africa.
Cryptocurrency Bill Will Mitigate Key Risks For Web3 Investors, If It Can Pass
The bill addresses many thorny issues with regards to cryptocurrency regulation, such as delineations between CFTC and SEC jurisdictions, stablecoin collateralization requirements, and the treatment of digital assets for tax purposes.
Using The Wisdom Of Solomon, Senators Lummis And Gillibrand Introduce Inventive Legislation
The Act harmonizes the regulatory authority of both the SEC and the CFTC, to create an efficient and streamlined process for regulating these ancillary assets and the markets in which they trade.
Bitcoin Bank Custodia Sues Federal Reserve, Demanding Decision On Master Account
Custodia Bank was founded by Morgan Stanley veteran Caitlin Long is suing the Federal Reserve over its application for a master account.
Republican And Democratic Senators Release Bitcoin Bill That Would Bridge Crypto And Traditional Finance
Authored by senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand, the bill aims to address CFTC and SEC jurisdiction, stablecoin regulation, banking, interagency coordination, and more.
Crypto Price Prediction: Here’s When Bitcoin Could See A ‘Significant’ Bounce—And Why Ethereum Could Be ‘In Trouble’
The bitcoin price, jumping back over $30,000 per bitcoin last night, broke its longest-ever weekly losing streak even as crypto industry insiders issue serious "crypto winter" warnings...
Bitcoin Leads Crypto Fraud As FTC Confirms $1 Billion Milestone
Bitcoin leads the way in crypto scams as over 46,000 people report losing more than $1 billion.
Bitcoin Jumps 5% As Easing China Covid Restrictions Revive Risk Sentiment, Cardano, Solana Shine
Alternative cryptocurrencies lead bitcoin higher as China's decision to roll back covid restrictions sparks risk-taking. The sustainability of gains depends on Friday's US CPI report.
Forces Opposed To Crypto In D.C. About To Make A Big Move?
A faction of Washington, D.C. regulators is apparently considering a move to tighten the vise on digital assets that could – if implemented – perversely incentivize unregulated crypto activity in the U.S.
Emin Gun Sirer, Founder Of The Avalanche Blockchain, Is Not Sweating A 76% Drop In Token Price
Emin Gun Sirer, a founder of the Avalanche blockchain, a top challenger to Ethereum, the world’s largest multi-purpose decentralized computing platform is taking the recent the trillion-dollar crypto crash in stride. He also explains why blockchains have become the new venture capitalists.
FTX Billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Knighthood At The CFTC’s Round Table
This past Wed., FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried and 40+ derivatives industry Sr. execs gathered at a CFTC event to voice views on path to open up, reinvigorate U.S. futures and bring crypto trading onshore.
Ethereum Cofounder Issues Stark Crypto Warning After $1 Trillion Price Crash Wipes Out Bitcoin, BNB, XRP, Solana And Cardano
Ethereum cofounder Gavin Wood has warned crypto traders and investors need to "pay more attention" to the projects they invest in...
Crypto 1.0’s Original Regulator Is Preparing For Web3
The NYDFS came out with the very first piece of crypto-specific regulation back in 2014. In this interview, Superintendent Adrienne Harris breaks down what the organization has learned in the intervening years and how it is preparing for the next evolution in crypto.
As Markets Crash And Luna Evaporates, Bitcoin Could Slide As Low As $15,000—Here’s Why It’s Not Time To Panic
Bitcoin, the benchmark for all other cryptocurrencies, has declined roughly 60% since its all-time high in November. Some analysts are saying it could go even lower—and that's not necessarily a bad thing.
From Hero To Zero: How Terra Was Toppled In Crypto’s Darkest Hour
Sparked by the failure of Terra’s algorithmic stablecoin UST, a “death spiral” slashed the dollar-pegged asset to mere cents and saw the LUNA token hemorrhage 99 percent of its value. In crypto’s darkest hour LUNA’s demise has eclipsed Mt. Gox, BitConnect and the 2020 crash.
CryptoCodex: ECB President Reveals Digital Euro ‘Guarantee’ After Bitcoin, Ethereum And Crypto Price Crash
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Crypto Price Pain Will Lead To Better Projects Going Forward
Price volatility helps create a healthier crypto market
‘No Price Target’—Major Bitcoin Investor Issues Huge Crypto Prediction As Ethereum, BNB, XRP, Solana, Cardano, Dogecoin, Avalanche And Polkadot Swing
Michael Saylor has predicted the bitcoin price will eventually go "into the millions"—calling regulation that's now expected as a result of the recent stablecoin terraUSD (UST) wipe out "good for the industry"...
Congress Has Introduced 50 Digital Asset Bills Impacting Regulation, Blockchain, And CBDC Policy
U.S. Senators and Members of Congress in the House of Representatives have introduced 50 bills that impact the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry.
Crypto Meltdowns Make Headlines, But Stablecoins Are Here To Stay
Not every stablecoin is the same, and investors should take note
Former Top Regulators Chris Giancarlo, Brian Brooks Invest In Crypto Risk Monitoring Startup Solidus Labs
The New York-based company has closed a $45 million Series B funding round led by Liberty City Ventures.
BlackRock And Citadel Deny Trading Cratering Stablecoin
In response to widespread rumors, hedge fund giant Citadel Securities and asset manager BlackRock say they don't trade any of the notorious TerraUSD, a stablecoin that lost its peg to the dollar, wiping out $25 billion from the underlying asset.
Bitcoin Trailblazer Raises Capital To Create Interplanetary Cryptocurrency
LedgerX founding CEO Paul Chou is building on the sale of the company he created to FTX by creating a new kind of cryptocurrency, Foundation Coin, that can be spent on Earth, the Moon, Mars and beyond.
Sanctioning Russia On The Blockchain: Following The Money To A Network Of OTC Providers
Unlike in the west, Russia has a vast amount of pawnshop-like Over-The-Counter providers that allow customers to cash out Crypto to Cash with little to no regulatory oversight. A system that can be easily adopted for sanction circumvention and might be investigated by legislators.
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