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Jake Paul, Lindsey Lohan, Soulja Boy and Several Other Celebrities Face SEC Charges for Touting Cryptocurrencies – What Happens Now?
23.3.2023
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed civil charges against eight celebrities, alleging they illegally promoted two cryptocurrencies without disclosing that they were paid to do so.
In a news release on Wednesday, the SEC unveiled charges against celebrities who promoted...
Coinbase Tries AI Assistant Chatgpt for Pre-Listing Risk Assessment of Tokens
23.3.2023
Crypto exchange Coinbase has tested Openai’s Chatgpt as a token verification tool comparing it with its standard security procedure. In over half of the cases, the AI platform produced the same results as the manual review, but it also failed to recognize some high-risk assets. Chatgpt Approves...
Breaking: Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon reportedly arrested in Montenegro
23.3.2023
The former blockchain executive is wanted by Interpol for his role in the $40 billion collapse of the Terra Luna ecosystem during May 2022
Texas Lawmaker Launches Resolution to Protect Bitcoin Investors, Support BTC Economy
23.3.2023
A legislative proposal has been introduced to support the bitcoin economy in the U.S. state of Texas. “The individuals who own bitcoin should be protected” under the Texas Constitution, the proposal describes. “No citizen of Texas shall ever be deprived of their right to own bitcoin...
eToro raises $250M after terminating SPAC deal
22.3.2023
The Israel-based firm raised capital for the first time since 2018, after failing to go public in 2022 through a SPAC merger
Xapo Bank to enable USDC deposits and withdrawals
22.3.2023
According to the Bitcoin custodian, utilizing the USDC stablecoin will allow members to deposit and withdraw funds without fees
A third of US crypto holders have experienced theft: Report
22.3.2023
Ten percent of crypto holders surveyed made no attempt at protecting their assets; victimization varied strongly by age
Circle CSO Twitter account breached by scammers
22.3.2023
"Any links to offers are scams. We are investigating the situation and taking action accordingly," wrote USDC issuer Circle
Onecoin Head of Legal and Compliance Charged for Role in Crypto Pyramid
22.3.2023
Authorities in the U.S. have announced charges against a former Onecoin executive for her alleged role in the notorious crypto pyramid scheme. Bulgarian national Irina Dilkinska, who was extradited on Monday, may face up to four decades in prison if found guilty on counts of fraud and money...
Seized exchange Bitzlato allows users to withdraw 50% of Bitcoin
22.3.2023
Bitzlato is yet to resolve the issue with the remaining 50% of user funds and may eventually compensate using its own funds
Crypto Exchange Bitzlato Restores User Access to Half of Bitcoin Balances, Report
22.3.2023
Bitzlato users can now partially withdraw their bitcoin funds from the dismantled cryptocurrency exchange, according to a media report. The Russia-linked trading platform was targeted by Western law enforcement and had its France-based server infrastructure seized in January. Bitzlato Customers...
Biden Administration’s Economic Report Deems Crypto Assets ‘Mostly Speculative Investment Vehicles’
22.3.2023
On Monday, U.S. president Joe Biden published the administration’s economic report and addressed the subject of cryptocurrencies. The section titled “The Perceived Appeal of Crypto Assets” describes the currencies as “mostly speculative investment vehicles” that...
Celsius custody account holders can receive 72.5% of their crypto, says bankruptcy judge
21.3.2023
Should they opt in to the deal, Celsius customers cannot “pursue any litigation, including seeking relief from the automatic stay, turnover, or other claims or causes of action.”
Crypto Ads in Belgium to Feature ‘Punchy Warning’ of Risks, New Rules Imply
21.3.2023
The financial regulatory body of Belgium has been tasked by the government to regulate advertisements for cryptocurrencies. New rules, set to enter into force in May, oblige advertisers to clearly warn investors of the risks associated with the digital assets. Belgium Poised to Protect Consumers...
CryptoUK calls on regulators to address de-banking of digital asset firms
21.3.2023
The trade association said many banks in the U.K. had begun imposing blanket bans on dealing with crypto firms “instead of taking a risk-based and case-by-case approach.”
DeFi insurance payouts amounted to $34.4M in 2022: Report
21.3.2023
Ninety percent of all DeFi insurance claims paid out since inception were distributed in 2022, according to OpenCover
ZenGo uncovers 'red pill attack' vulnerability in popular Web3 apps
21.3.2023
The vulnerability has since been patched, although it affected several leading transaction simulation vendors
SVB contagion: Australia reportedly asks banks to report on crypto
21.3.2023
Australia’s prudential regulator has reportedly told banks to improve reporting on crypto assets and provide daily updates
Argentine Tax Authority AFIP Detects Irregularities in 184 Digital Wallet Tax Statements
21.3.2023
The Argentine tax authority (AFIP) is increasing its scrutiny when it comes to digital wallets. The institution recently revealed it found irregularities in at least 184 tax statements that include digital wallets and cryptocurrencies. These taxpayers did not include their wallet holdings as part...
Belgian FSMA surveys crypto investors before taking on new ad regulation authority
20.3.2023
Crypto ads in Belgium will bear a blunt warning after a new regulation takes effect in May, and “mass” advertising campaigns will be subject to advance FSMA approval