The Taliban have finally banned crypto in Afghanistan, but many users and traders call it one of the “worst” decisions taken by the government so far.
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MAS doesn’t trust retail crypto investments, mulling more regulations
Regulators in Singapore say cryptocurrencies are problematic due to high market volatility and warn against retail investments in cryptocurrencies.
Ripple CEO comments on Crypto Leaks, denies funding law firm to target others
Kyle Roche allegedly approached Ripple's CEO with an idea to invest in a law firm that would target competitor firms with similar lawsuits that Ripple was facing in the U.S.
Dubai issues crypto marketing rules to better protect investors
Dubai's new Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority requires more clarity and transparency from industry marketers and promoters in order to protect investors.
Ava Labs CEO denies CryptoLeaks' claims as 'conspiracy theory nonsense'
The CEO’s comments come after a CryptoLeaks blog post alleged that Ava Labs had a "secret pact" with a U.S. law firm to sue competitors in exchange for AVAX tokens and equity.
MakerDAO co-founder recommends DAI-USD depegging to limit attack surface
While revealing the protocol's inability to comply with regulators, Christensen suggested that "we must choose the path of decentralization."
Binance froze $1M corporate account due to law enforcement request
The crypto exchange accused a Tezos tool contributor of "mislead[ing] the community" by claiming it was unaware of the reason Binance blocked access to its corporate account.
Regulators have a weak case against FTX on deposit insurance
FTX made an error in messaging when it suggested depositors were insured, but federal regulators will have a hard time proving the exchange did so with sinister motives.
Celsius bankruptcy proceedings show complexities amid declining hope of recovery
Celsius Network’s bankruptcy proceedings have highlighted that the firm has misrepresented many of its assets with deep complexities in its operations.
Still waiting: SEC delays VanEck's third Bitcoin spot ETF application
The wait for a first Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund continues as the U.S. SEC buys more time to make a decision on VanEck's proposed BTC ETF.
Singapore MAS examines crypto firms ahead of new regulations: Report
The MAS reportedly asked crypto firms about their owned tokens, top lending and borrowing counterparties, loans and top tokens staked via DeFi.
A16z-backed CoinSwitch exchange raided over alleged forex law breaches
The Andreessen Horowitz-backed crypto exchange is the latest on the Enforcement Directorate’s anti-money laundering hit list.
Wen moon? Probably not soon: Why Bitcoin traders should make friends with the trend
Recurring bear flags and the Fed’s telegraphed monetary policy are painting a roadmap for BTC’s future price action.
Afghan police close down cryptocurrency exchanges to enforce central bank ban: Report
The Afghan central bank declared forex trading un-Islamic and illegal earlier this year, and issued a warning about continuing activities a month later; now arrests have been made.
Binance gives security assurances in Philippine senate banking committee hearing
Binance is seeking licensing to establish a presence in the Philippines ahead of a moratorium and providing educational resources for future traders and blockchain developers.
Crypto ATM firm Bitcoin Depot aims to go public in 2023 via $885M SPAC deal
One of the largest crypto ATM providers in North America, Bitcoin Depot, plans to list its stock on Nasdaq in the first quarter of 2023.
Amendments to US commercial code differentiate crypto and ‘electronic money’
The updated guidelines seek to clarify the terms of crypto assets lending and specify the status of CBDCs.
72% of Russians say they have never bought Bitcoin: Survey
A new survey hints at a lack of crypto awareness in Russia as only 6% of respondents were found to have good knowledge of crypto.