John Deaton and Elizabeth Warren engaged in a Senate debate on cryptocurrency regulations, showing clear differences in their views. Deaton, a crypto advocate, argued for a balanced approach. He warned that over-regulation could stop innovation in the sector. He pointed to Bitcoin and XRP as examples of crypto’s ability to
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Department of Justice (DOJ) have filed lawsuits against Gotbit Consulting, ZM Quant Investment, CLS Global, and several individuals for market manipulation and fraud. The charges primarily involve practices like wash trading, where fake transactions were used to
David Kagel, an 86-year-old former attorney, faces significant consequences for his role in a multi-million-dollar cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. Recently, he admitted to charges of conspiracy to commit commodity fraud. This admission highlights the ongoing issues within the cryptocurrency market, particularly regarding fraudulent activities that target unsuspecting investors. Kagel’s scheme began
Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm will stand trial after a U.S. federal judge denied his motion to dismiss the case. On September 26, 2024, Judge Katherine Polk Failla ruled that Storm’s involvement in Tornado Cash extended beyond merely developing software. The platform reportedly laundered over $1 billion, with funds linked
Donald Trump revealed the launch date for his family’s crypto project, World Liberty Financial. The launch is set for Monday, just 50 days before the upcoming U.S. election, stirring speculation in both political and financial circles. The project, which his son will spearhead, aims to embrace the future of decentralized
Over the past day, the cryptocurrency market witnessed a fascinating development as more than 1,500 Bitcoin units were transferred from the U.S. government balance. This intriguing event has caught the attention of investors and analysts, shedding light on the dynamics of spot buying and selling within the Bitcoin market. Just
Crypto.com, the Singapore-based crypto exchange, will suspend exchange services for U.S. institutional clients. This suspension will take effect on June 21. The exchange added that the decision would not affect retail investors. Crypto.com’s decision to suspend the services comes in the same week as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, has responded to the U.S. Treasury seizing $4.4 million and freezing accounts linked to North Korean crime. We are proud to have assisted US law enforcement in seizing $4.4M and freezing accounts linked to North Korean organized crime. Kudos to our law enforcement partners
The bankruptcy filing of crypto lender Celsius network is still in process dragging the case in the U.S court. Early in July, the filing of chapter 11 bankruptcy came into existence which halted the withdrawals of its customers right then. Moreover, the Celsius requested all its customers to file their
Jon Tester, the senior senator from Montana, has held that position since 2007. In fact, he serves on the Senate Banking Committee and is a significant figure in US crypto regulations. On Dec 11, NBC’s news conference stated that there is “no reason why crypto should exist.” He also claimed
