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FTX bankruptcy freezes millions worth of crypto company funds
16.11.2022
Galois Capital, New Huo Technology, and Nestcoin are just some of the crypto firms with funds stuck on FTX as the exchange undertakes bankruptcy filings in the United States
3,500 ‘Sleeping Bitcoins’ From 2011 Worth Over $60 Million Wake up After 11 Years of Slumber
11.11.2022
On Nov. 11, amid the confusion concerning troubled crypto companies like FTX and Blockfi, 3,500 ‘sleeping bitcoins’ from a wallet created on Oct. 7, 2011, moved for the first time in over 11 years. $60 Million Worth of 11-Year-Old Bitcoins Move Amid the Crypto Market Rout A large...
Reports Claim Beleaguered Crypto Exchange FTX Seeks Over $9 Billion From Investors
10.11.2022
On Nov. 10, 2022, two reports said that FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) is canvassing for emergency funds up to $9.4 billion for the embattled exchange. One report says that SBF has solicited crypto companies like Tether, OKX, and Tron founder Justin Sun as well. FTX Is Reportedly Seeking Up...
Dubai Presses for Crypto Companies to Set Up Shop
9.11.2022
Crypto companies say the city’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has promised a regulatory framework before year end
Crypto companies are still hiring, but you may not find a job post about it
28.10.2022
Engaging and networking are key tactics for landing a position in the industry during the crypto winter, recruiters said
Japan’s Police and FSA Publish a Joint Cyber Warning to Crypto Firms, Link Attacks to Lazarus Group
18.10.2022
According to the National Police Agency (NPA) in Japan, North Korean hackers from the crime syndicate Lazarus Group have been targeting crypto companies in the country. Local reports detail that it’s the fifth time the NPA has tied “public attribution” to the organization of North Korean cyber...
OCC Comptroller: Crypto Companies ‘Don’t Know What They Want to Be When They Grow Up’
13.10.2022
Michael Hsu, acting comptroller of the currency (OCC), joined “First Mover” to discuss why crypto companies need to decide their area of focus in order for clear regulation guidelines to be established
Draft Law Seeks to Oblige Kazakhstan’s Crypto Miners to Exchange Bulk of Income in Country
13.10.2022
Cryptocurrency miners in Kazakhstan are to be required to convert up to three quarters of their income on locally registered exchanges, according to a new bill that’s advancing in the nation’s legislature. Lawmakers also want to make sure crypto companies pay their taxes and fees. Parliament...
Uzbekistan Introduces Monthly Fees for Crypto Companies Effective Immediately
30.9.2022
The new regulations also require crypto custody platforms, mining pools and individual miners to pay monthly fees to the government
Crypto Ads in Thailand Must Feature Clear Investment Warnings, New Regulations Require
2.9.2022
Thailand has introduced tighter rules that will oblige crypto companies to duly inform potential customers of the investment risks on their advertisements. The new regulations also prohibit businesses in the industry from making misleading or exaggerated claims. Securities Watchdog Adopts Stricter...
Former blockchain skeptic David Rubenstein discloses investments in crypto companies
2.9.2022
The Carlyle Group co-founder also spoke on the regulatory landscape, saying that he does not anticipate excessive regulation from the U.S. Congress
Blockchain.com Inks Multi-Year Deal With Dallas Cowboys Star Quarterback Dak Prescott
24.8.2022
The crypto firm Blockchain․com announced on Tuesday that the company has inked a multi-year partnership deal with the Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. Blockchain.com says the Cowboys quarterback will appear on TV, radio, and social media in order to bring his “personal brand...
Senator asks FDIC about allegations it discourages bank relations with crypto companies
17.8.2022
Sen. Pat Toomey says he has information from whistleblowers that the FDIC without a legal basis is discouraging banks from dealing with companies with crypto links
US Regulator 'Improperly' Pushing Banks to Avoid Serving Crypto Companies, Lawmaker Says
17.8.2022
U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey said whistleblowers had informed him that the FDIC was pressuring banks to stop providing services to crypto companies
Dozen Crypto Companies Await Portugal License Despite Bank Account Closures
8.8.2022
The central bank of Portugal is now reviewing 12 requests from businesses that want to provide crypto-related services in the country. The applications are pending decision amid recent reports that some commercial banks are closing accounts of already approved operators. Binance Among...
Portuguese Banks Close Accounts of Crypto Exchanges, Media Reveals
5.8.2022
Major Portuguese banks have started closing or refusing to open accounts for cryptocurrency platforms such as exchanges, according to media reports. The move threatens to tarnish the country’s image as one of Europe’s most crypto-friendly destinations, a haven for bitcoin enthusiasts....
Circle Invested in 2 Hacked Crypto Companies, Adding to Its Headaches Amid Stablecoin Scrutiny
4.8.2022
The venture-capital arm of the USDC stablecoin issuer backed Nomad and Slope, which were both exploited this week
First Mover Asia: Crypto Companies Struggle With Layoffs, but Some See Opportunity to Add Talent; BTC, ETH Soar After Fed Rate Hike
28.7.2022
The bear market has forced multiple organizations to cut their workforces, hurting morale and weakening the companies; BTC, ETH soar
Venture Capital Firm NFX Adds $62.6M in Follow-On Investments, Including Crypto Companies
21.7.2022
The venture capital will double down on high-conviction portfolio companies like crypto’s Ramp, Radicle and Celestia
US senator blasts SEC for non-judicial actions against crypto companies
20.7.2022
Senator Emmer highlighted the SEC’s politicization of regulations and called them power-hungry regulators that discourage good-faith regulations