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FBI Seizes Bitcoin From Overseas Scammers Who Posed as US Law Enforcement Officials
23.1.2023
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) says it has seized bitcoin worth millions of dollars from overseas scammers targeting the elderly. The scammers posed as members of U.S. law enforcement agencies and tricked the victims into transferring money to them for “safekeeping.” FBI Says...
Objections Raised Over Appointment of Sullivan & Cromwell as Debtors’ Counsel for FTX
21.1.2023
On Friday, bankruptcy judge John Dorsey approved the law firm Sullivan & Cromwell (S&C) to be appointed as the debtors’ counsel for FTX, despite an objection from Daniel Friedberg, a former FTX US compliance officer. During a Zoom presentation, Friedberg claimed there was a conflict...
SEC charges Mango Markets exploiter for allegedly stealing $116M in crypto
20.1.2023
The SEC has accused Avraham Eisenberg of manipulating the Mango Markets platform by manipulating the MNGO token, which the company allegedly sold as a security
FTX bankruptcy lawyer: debtors face 'assault by Twitter' stemming from Sam Bankman-Fried
20.1.2023
The judge ruled there were no potential conflicts of interest sufficient to stop Sullivan & Cromwell from continuing to act as the debtors' counsel
Nexo Agrees to Pay $45 Million to SEC and State Regulators for Unregistered Offering of Earn Interest Product
20.1.2023
The cryptocurrency lender, Nexo, has agreed to pay $45 million to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and several state regulators after charges were levied against the firm for failing to register the company’s Earn Interest Product (EIP). Nexo detailed that the settlements...
Ripple CEO ‘Optimistic’ About SEC Lawsuit Over XRP — Says ‘I Feel Very Good About Where We Are’
20.1.2023
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says that he is “optimistic” that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit over xrp “will certainly be resolved in 2023.” He added that it could even be resolved in the first half of this year. “I feel very good about where...
US authorities seize crypto website Bitzlato as part of international enforcement action
18.1.2023
U.S. Department of Justice to announce enforcement action against Bitzlato exchange
Finnish Minister Calls for EU Law to Recognize DAOs
18.1.2023
Brussels must act to enable smart contracts to take off across the bloc, communications minister Timo Harakka said
CoinFLEX clarifies position on possible new 3AC project amid backlash
17.1.2023
The pitch deck for the exchange was leaked to the media and had been criticized for involving failed crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital
Law Decoded, Jan. 9-16: Gemini, Bithumb, Nexo are fresh targets for regulation and prosecution
16.1.2023
While the FTX saga continues to make headlines, last week brought a plethora of new troubles for crypto companies in the United States, Europe and Asia
Poland’s Consumer Protection Agency Opens Case Against Cryptocurrency Exchange
15.1.2023
The body ensuring that consumer rights are respected in Poland has initiated proceedings against a crypto exchange falsely claiming to be Polish. The trading platform also misled customers that it was operating with the regulatory approval of the financial authorities in the country. Belize-based...
Report: Nigeria Debt Management Office’s $48.8 Billion Debt Contravenes the Law Says Expert
15.1.2023
The Nigerian Debt Management Office (DMO) contravened the law when its borrowings exceeded the set limit which is equivalent to $2.2 billion, Adetilewa Adebajo, an international financial markets expert has reportedly said. Adebajo also suggested that the Central Bank of Nigeria governor Godwin...
DOJ Opposes Law Firm Tasked With FTX Investigation for Conflict of Interest
14.1.2023
The US Department of Justice has opposed FTX hiring Sullivan & Cromwell, the law firm currently tasked with the exchange's investigation, citing potential conflicts of interest.
In a recent legal filing, the US Trustee said it is objecting to the FTX decision due to two "overarching" reasons....
El Salvador Approves Digital Assets Issuance Law
14.1.2023
The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador approved the Digital Assets Issuance Law, a framework that will allow the country to issue crypto-related debt instruments. The approved law, which was passed thanks to the majority that President Nayib Bukele has in Congress, serves as a base for...
Bulgarian authorities charge four individuals following raid on Nexo office: Report
13.1.2023
Following the Jan. 12 raid on its Sofia offices, Nexo described prosecutors’ actions as a “kick first, ask questions later” approach
Trust is key to crypto exchange sustainability — CoinDCX CEO Sumit Gupta
13.1.2023
With all eyes on crypto exchanges, rebuilding trust — through increased transparency, safety and effective policies — has become the top agenda for entrepreneurs worldwide
Lawyer explains new federal virtual asset law in the United Arab Emirates
13.1.2023
Failure to comply with the new law could lead to a hefty fine of up to $2.7 million, ejection of profits and criminal investigation
Belarusian Fined $1 Million for Illegal Crypto Trading
13.1.2023
A Belarusian citizen will have to pay a hefty fine for illegally organizing the exchange of cryptocurrencies online. Law enforcement authorities in the country, where certain crypto activities are legal, do not plan to impose other penalties besides the administrative measure. Cryptocurrency Trader...
Cryptocurrency Exchanges Still Fighting Private Banks for Right to Open Bank Accounts in Chile
13.1.2023
The conflict between banks and cryptocurrency exchanges in Chile is still developing, as some banks are reticent to serve this kind of institution. A new report prepared by exchanges reports that most of these banks refuse to include crypto companies as customers for risks that are nevertheless...
Miss El Salvador Features Bitcoin in Miss Universe 2023
13.1.2023
The Miss Universe contestant from El Salvador this year has surprised viewers by featuring bitcoin as part of her national costume. El Salvador has adopted the cryptocurrency as legal tender and has passed a new regulatory framework for the issuance of its long-awaited bitcoin-backed Volcano bonds....