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SEC Karate-Chops Steven Seagal Over Promoting Cryptocurrency Touted as the Next Gen Bitcoin
28.2.2020
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged actor Steven Seagal for unlawfully promoting a cryptocurrency investment scheme claiming to be “the next generation of bitcoin.” Seagal failed to disclose that he was being compensated in cash and crypto by Bitcoiin2gen,...
Beyond the Law Star Steven Seagal Settles With SEC + More News
27.2.2020
Beyond the Law movie poster. Steven Seagal is in the middle.
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Steven Seagal Charged by SEC for Promoting 2018 ICO
27.2.2020
Steven Seagal was charged by the SEC for promoting Bitcoiin2Gen, a 2018 ICO
Steven Seagal Settles Token-Touting Charges With SEC Over 2018 ICO
27.2.2020
Martial artist and actor Steven Seagal was charged with not declaring payments related to his promotion of a token launched by Bitcoiin2Gen
Steven Segal Settles Token-Touting Charges With SEC Over 2018 ICO
27.2.2020
The martial artist and actor was charged for not declaring payments related to his promotion a token launched by Bitcoiin2Gen
Court Rejects Ripple’s Bid to Dismiss Class Action Lawsuit Filed by XRP Investors
27.2.2020
A court case that has the future of XRP at stake continues after Ripple’s motion to dismiss it was rejected by a court in California. The plaintiffs claim that the blockchain company sold the coin as an unregistered security and demand compensation. Ripple tried to avoid the case with...
‘Crypto Mom’ Accuses SEC of ‘Shifting Standards’ Following Bitcoin ETF Rejection
27.2.2020
The SEC has rejected yet another Bitcoin ETF as it still considers the Bitcoin market too manipulable and volatile
SEC Rejects Latest Bitcoin ETF Bid
26.2.2020
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rejected Wilshire Phoenix's bid for a bitcoin-based exchange-traded fund (ETF)
Diginex Steps Closer to Backdoor Nasdaq Listing as SEC Approves Merger
25.2.2020
Diginex aims to merge with publicly traded firm 8i Enterprises, clearing the path for a backdoor listing on Nasdaq
Crypto Derivatives: CME Volume Crashes 89% in 3 Days, SEC to Rule on ETF
24.2.2020
Trade volume for CME Bitcoin futures contracts have evaporated in recent days. The slump following a six-week increase of 500%
SEC to Decide the Fate of Another Bitcoin ETF Proposal This Week
24.2.2020
The SEC is poised to rule on another bitcoin ETF application this week. Wilshire Phoenix is hoping its novel fund structure might help it succeed where others have not
Wells Fargo Fined $3 Billion for 15 Years of Illegal Practices Affecting Millions of Customers
23.2.2020
Wells Fargo, one of the largest U.S. financial services companies, has agreed to pay $3 billion to resolve the U.S. government’s investigations into fraudulent sales practices spanning over 15 years. The Wells Fargo fraud case involved the company forging customer signatures, moving money...
No Bitcoin ETF Yet: A Deep Dive Into the Situation in the US
22.2.2020
While waiting for decisions on their own U.S. crypto ETF proposals, Wilshire Phoenix, Kryptoin and Crescent Crypto provide their thoughts on the SEC’s ETF situation
CFTC Joins the Telegram Vs. SEC Case, Shedding Light on Likely Verdict
21.2.2020
Most experts believe that Telegram will not get a fair chance once the final verdict is announced in its ongoing trial against the U.S. SEC
Riot’s Stock Dips 5% as It Focuses on Bitcoin Mining Ahead of Halving
21.2.2020
Nasdaq-listed Riot Blockchain plans to sell its new crypto exchange business to focus on Bitcoin mining about three months ahead of the halving event
Cyprus SEC Embraces Blockchain Despite Unregulated Status of Crypto
21.2.2020
Nine of the 19 companies engaged with Cyprus’ innovation hub operate using blockchain
Paxos’ DLT Settlement Platform Is Live With Credit Suisse and Instinet
20.2.2020
Paxos rolls out its blockchain-based settlement platform with Swiss financial services firm Credit Suisse and Nomura Group-owned Instinet
Enigma Achieves Two Goals; Settlement With SEC & Launch of Mainnet
20.2.2020
Based in San Francisco and Israel, Enigma MPC, which works as a renowned blockchain technology powered firm, has announced the news about its two successful accomplishments in New Year 2020. These remarkable achievements include: The firm’s settlement with the regulatory watchdog, US Securities...
Mystery VC Firm Wants Sensitive Evidence Redacted From Telegram Case
20.2.2020
“Investor F” claims that SEC evidence brought against the Telegram ICO contains valuable trade secrets
Gram Token Injunction Could Go Down to the Wire
20.2.2020
Gram investors may be able to claim a refund if Telegram does not launch its network before April 30