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EU officials sign Markets in Crypto-Assets framework into law

First introduced in 2020, MiCA aims to create a consistent regulatory framework for crypto assets among the European Union member states.

Hong Kong Virtual Assets Consortium launched with Huobi as first member

The new consortium will provide ratings of digital asset trading platforms and cryptocurrency market indexes when it becomes operational.

Former House Rep blames industry outsiders for associating crypto with bank's failure

According to Barney Frank, Signature Bank's only issue prior to regulators seizing control in March was "crypto-fear inaccurate withdrawals."

Binance plans new round of layoffs amid increased regulatory scrutiny

Binance's chief strategy officer Patrick Hillmann hinted on Twitter the resource reorganization is meant to address growing regulatory pressures targeting the crypto space.

EU, US should push for AI code of conduct: EU tech chief

The EU tech chief spoke to members of the EU-U.S. Trade and Technology Council about the need for a voluntary code of conduct prior to the forthcoming laws.

Mad scientist’s NFTs degrade when they’re traded: 0xDEAFBEEF, NFT Creator

Self-proclaimed tinkerer 0xDEAFBEEF has hit it big with audiovisual NFTs that slowly degrade in quality every time they’re traded.

Binance to delist privacy tokens in France, Italy, Spain and Poland

Binance users in France, Italy, Poland and Spain will no longer be able to buy or sell 12 privacy tokens starting from June 26.

Chinese officials issue warning about AI and national security

Leaders in Beijing have stressed the need for “dedicated efforts” to protect national security and improve the security governance of artificial intelligence.

AML rules for digital assets to come into effect in UAE

The licensed financial institutions would be required to verify the identities of all customers.

Former SEC chief warns influencers about prosecution for crypto price manipulation

The SEC has started to clamp down on crypto influencers, issuing several fines and cease and desist orders in the past few years.

CNHC stablecoin issuer detained by Chinese police: Report

KuCoin Ventures and Circle Ventures are among the investors in the Chinese offshore yuan-pegged stablecoin, which is reportedly under investigation in China.

Could Ben.eth’s PSYOP tokens face legal scrutiny? It depends, say lawyers

Michael Kanovitz, a lawyer threatening to file a class action against Ben.eth, says the PSYOP scheme bear similarities to cases that have seen SEC enforcement.

Hong Kong and UAE central banks collab on crypto rules, fintech development

The two central banks are aiming to align their financial service sectors and said both share “many complementary strengths.”

China to gain most from restrictive US crypto regulations: Coinbase CEO

The Coinbase CEO has been hugely critical of the U.S. failure to provide the crypto industry with regulatory clarity and has long argued it will push firms offshore.

US CFTC issues letter on digital asset derivatives, clearing compliance in 3 areas

The letter is a reminder, but a highly specific one that is reminiscent of the SEC’s recent custody rule proposal in part.

AI experts sign doc comparing risk of ‘extinction from AI’ to pandemics, nuclear war

The “Godfather of AI” and the CEOs of OpenAI, Google DeepMind and Anthropic are among the hundreds of signatories.

US District Judge sends matter of FTX independent examiner to appellate court

A bankruptcy judge denied a motion for an independent examiner in February, leading to an appeal that may now go to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

What the ‘anti-mining bill’ means for the crypto industry in Texas

The Lone Star State has become one of the hottest points on the U.S. map in terms of crypto regulation.

Bitcoin is on a collision course with ‘Net Zero’ promises

Every year countries are pressured to ramp up their climate change commitments at the COP conference — and Bitcoin mining is an easy target.

What is fair use? US Supreme Court weighs in on AI’s copyright dilemma

Many firms with generative AI models are being sued for copyright infringement, and the Supreme Court may have just ruined their primary legal defense.

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