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Crypto bill needs clarification on 'digital commodity' — Sheila Warren

CCI CEO Sheila Warren said that there was “a very tight window” to pass the crypto bill given the possible change in leadership following the 2022 Midterm Elections.

Powers On… Insider trading with crypto is targeted — Finally! Part 2

"Frankly, it’s about time that the SEC and U.S. attorney’s offices focused on real crimes and fraud."

Crypto for foreign trade: What do we know about Iran’s new strategy

Iran has decided to legalize the use of crypto in cross-border payments, which could impact how some countries view crypto.

Thai SEC intends to ban crypto lending in the country

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand is preparing to take radical measures in the aftermath of the summer’s crypto lending platforms’ crashes.

Celsius bankruptcy judge gives the nod for independent examiner probe

Following a motion in August, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Martin Glenn has signed off on a request to appoint an examiner in the Celsius case.

Coinbase to educate users on policies held by local politicians with new app integration

Verified Coinbase app users will be able to see where members of congress stand on crypto policies.

SEC chair Gensler holds tight to his crypto position in preview of Senate testimony

The official will testify before the Senate Committee on Banking on Sept. 15; in a transcript released early, he reiterates the primacy of securities law in crypto regulation.

CDC gives nod to Lummis-Gillibrand bill in proposed amicus brief in SEC v. Ripple case

The Chamber of Digital Commerce asked to file an amicus brief in the protracted SEC case against Ripple Labs and supports legislating to clear up a legal gray area.

US Treasury sanctions Iran-based ransomware group and associated Bitcoin addresses

The Office of Foreign Asset Control sanctioned 7 Bitcoin addresses allegedly connected to Iranian nationals Ahmad Khatibi Aghada and Amir Hossein Nikaeed Ravar.

Guide to real-life crypto OGs you’d meet at a party (Part 2)

"I think OGs are hard core believers who went all-in when nobody else was paying attention to the space."

New regulatory bill grants Uruguayan Central Bank control over the nation's crypto industry

The Uruguayan government introduced legislation to the parliament on Sept. 5, accelerating industry regulation.

US Treasury clarifies publishing Tornado Cash’s code does not violate sanctions

Residents would not be violating sanctions by visiting Tornado Cash's website, copying the mixer’s open-source code, nor making the code available online or in print.

Dips be damned, El Salvador is stronger because of Bitcoin

Bitcoin is helping El Salvador to regain its monetary sovereignty, providing its citizens with financial opportunities, and solving problems the country has historically faced.

BitGo sues Galaxy Digital for acquisition breach, seeks $100M in damages

BitGo has accused Galaxy of “improper repudiation” and “intentional breach” of the merger in a lawsuit filed with Delaware Chancery Court.

Ethereum is eating the world — ‘You only need one internet’

“Is there a need for more than one internet? And we know the answer is ‘Hell no.’”

Abu Dhabi regulator introduces its ‘guiding principles’ for crypto

The FSRA is taking a pro-market stance but pledges to comply with international safety standards.

ePayments shutters as FCA Anti-Money Laundering regulations tighten

The electronic payment provider is permanently closing operations due to the inability to satisfactorily meet the standards of the FCA after suspending operations for three years.

Russia aims to set rules for crypto cross-border payments by year’s end

Russia might become the first country in the world to allow cross-border crypto payments while banning local crypto payments, a fintech expert in the Russian State Duma said.

Canada's new opposition leader is a Bitcoiner

The new Conservative Party of Canada leader has previously advocated for financial freedom through crypto tokens, smart contracts and decentralized finance.

Brother of former Coinbase employee pleads guilty to charges related to insider trading: Report

Nikhil Wahi and his brother Ishan were arrested and charged in July, while their associate Sameer Ramani remained at large at the time of publication.

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