Fri, November 15

Hong Kong Seeks Feedback on Web3 and Virtual Assets to Shape Legislation

The future of Web3 and the growth of the virtual assets sector is being discussed thematically, and members of the Hong Kong Legislative Council, such as Johnny NG Kit-Chong, are currently seeking industry views in order to make legislative suggestions. The Legislative Council has reportedly formed a subcommittee. This is

June 23, 2024 2 mins read

Blockchain Association Criticizes IRS Broker-Dealer Regulations

This is not the first time the Blockchain Association has voiced its disapproval of the IRS’s proposed broker-dealer regulations. This time, the group is concentrating on the unfair burden that these regulations would place on cryptocurrency businesses, investors, and the IRS. The Association’s letter referenced the Paperwork Reduction Act, which

June 22, 2024 1 min read

Nigeria Updates Digital Asset Policies, Launches Compliance Program

Regulators in Nigeria have updated their policies on the issuance, offering, exchange, and custody of digital assets. The SEC announced its intention to revise these important rules in a public notice. A more thorough and adaptable regulatory framework, more suited to the intricacies of digital asset markets, is the goal

June 21, 2024 2 mins read

Standard Chartered Bank to Launch Trading Desk for Spot Cryptocurrency

The crypto market witnessed a major milestone as the leading banking institution, the Standard Chartered Bank, announced the launch of a trading desk for spot Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).  Two insiders have confirmed that the trading desk will operate from London, as reported by Bloomberg  Spot cryptocurrencies including BTC

June 21, 2024 2 mins read

Repeated Phishing Attack on Wallet Transfers $600K USDC to Bybit

In a concerning repeat of past events, a wallet labeled “Fake_Phishing189983” has transferred 600,000 USDC to the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit. This same wallet fell victim to a phishing attack 62 days ago, resulting in the loss of $1.58 million, also sent to Bybit. The recurrence of such incidents highlights the

June 21, 2024 1 min read

Consensys Urges U.S IRS to Postpone Crypto Tax Reporting Rules

In a letter sent to the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS), blockchain development company Consensys asked for a postponement of the planned tax legislation. That would have exchanges and brokers report specific cryptocurrency sales. The letter stated: “We must echo our overarching concern … that certain aspects of the

June 21, 2024 1 min read

Digital Asset Manager 3iQ Applies to List First Solana ETP in Canada

In what would supposedly be the first of its kind in North America, digital asset manager 3iQ has applied to have its Solana exchange-traded product listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) in Canada. Following an initial public offering, 3iQ informed X on June 20 that they had filed a

June 21, 2024 2 mins read

Gemini Founders Donate Bitcoin To Support Trump Win Biden

The founders of the crypto exchange Gemini, have contributed 30.94 BTC worth $2 million to Presidential candidate Donald Trump’s campaign. Winklevoss twins —Tyler and Cameron —  are optimistic about Trump’s pro-crypto stance putting “an end to the Biden Administration’s war on crypto.”  In his X post, Tyler Winklevoss criticized President

June 21, 2024 2 mins read

Ripple Contends New Lawsuit In California Post Winning the SEC Case

Ripple Labs, a subsidiary of Ripple, witnesses a securities case filed against the company in California. The new lawsuit targets Ripple CEO, Brad Garlinghouse alleging him of ‘misleading statements’ in a 2017 interview regarding XRP’s designation as a security. The cryptocurrency firm recently celebrated a partial win against the SEC

June 21, 2024 2 mins read

Singapore Highlights AML Threat from Digital Payment Tokens in New Report

Providers of digital payment tokens (DPTs) pose serious threats to the integrity of the anti-money-laundering (AML) system, according to Singapore’s most recent Money Laundering National Risk Assessment (MLNRA). Not included in the 2014 report, this one’s 126 pages are packed with additional dangers. Providers of DPT services and traders of

June 21, 2024 2 mins read