Once Ethereum futures ETF and spot Bitcoin ETF applications get approved, there will be a marketing war like we've never seen says, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas.
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China dev fined 3 yr’s salary for VPN use, 10M e-CNY airdrop: Asia Express
Crypto industry concerns after Chinese dev fined 3 year’s salary for using a VPN, largest Ponzi in Hong Kong history, JPEX saga, and more.
SEC delays spot Bitcoin ETF decision for BlackRock, Invesco and Bitwise
Invesco, Bitwise and Valkyrie were also hit with delays by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Exchanges federation touts crypto trading regulation, integration with TradFi
The World Federation of Exchanges, whose members handled $140 trillion in trades in 2022, has some concerns as its members adopt DLT.
Judge denies final pre-trial request from Sam Bankman-Fried for temporary release
The federal judge overseeing Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud case reportedly suggested the former FTX CEO might be a flight risk, given his young age and potential prison time.
Coinbase campaign for sensible crypto policies hits coffee cans to ‘wake up’ regulators
Coinbase and a group of crypto entrepreneurs went to Washington, D.C. to convince lawmakers to provide regulatory clarity for the industry.
Coinbase International launches perpetual futures trading for retail customers
The recent regulatory approval for the international subsidiary of Coinbase comes within a month of getting the NFA nod to offer crypto derivatives services to institutional clients in eligible US states.
Europe drives institutional crypto adoption: Blockchain Expo Amsterdam
Conversations with key speakers at the Blockchain Expo in Amsterdam suggest that cryptocurrency exchanges and companies see Europe as a key region for growth.
Celsius valuation advisor approves value of debtors’ assets and liabilities
Stout Risius Ross, the valuation advisor for Celsius Network, confirmed the accuracy of the bankrupt firm’s valuation report.
Brazil's crypto surge prompts Central Bank to tighten regulation
According to the Central Bank’s data, from January to August 2023, imports of crypto rose by 44.2%, compared to the same period last year.
Binance urges users to convert Euros to USDT after Paysafe debank
Binance’s European debanking woes continue as it urges Paysafe users to convert their Euros to digital dollars.
5 lowlights of Gary Gensler's evasive testimony before Congress
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission chief was asked whether the purchase of Pokemon trading cards is a security transaction and whether Bitcoin is a commodity.
Do Kwon says SEC's extradition request is impossible
The Terraform Labs co-founder has pushed back against the SEC’s request to question him in the United States.
Minecraft bans Bitcoin P2E, iPhone 15 & crypto gaming, Formula E: Web3 Gamer
Microsoft bans play-to-earn Bitcoin Minecraft server Satlantis, iPhone 15 has big potential for crypto gaming, Formula E preview, and more.
SEC pushes deadlines for ARK 21Shares, VanEck spot Ether ETF applications
The commission also designated a longer period to reach a decision on spot Bitcoin ETF applications from ARK 21Shares and GlobalX on Sept. 26.
Former CEO of sham crypto miner IcomTech pleads guilty of wire fraud for Ponzi scheme
Former IcomTech head Marco Ochoa is the latest crypto fraudster to face charges, while the CFTC charged another company and its head.
SEC's Gensler taken to task over crypto custody guidance again in House hearing
The SEC’s controversial Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 has received a steady flow of criticism since its publication in March 2022.
SEC's Gensler is loyal to banks, not an impartial regulator — Rep. Tom Emmer
During a hearing on Sept. 27, Emmer hinted that Gary Gensler's Wall Street background limits his impartiality as an industry regulator.
IBM, Microsoft, others form post-quantum cryptography coalition
The coalition includes Google sibling company SandboxAQ and the University of Waterloo.
Sam Bankman-Fried will likely appear in a suit and tie at trial
The former FTX CEO will have access to 3 full suits, 4 dress shirts, 3 ties, 1 belt, 4 pairs of socks, and 2 pairs of shoes — no hoodies were requested.