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Tether’s USDT and Chinese Blockchains Face Potential U.S. Government Ban
9.11.2023
Source: Washington DC The U.S. lawmakers are proposing a bill aiming to prohibit the U.S. government officials from transacting with Tether’s USDT, China-based blockchain networks, and “other foreign adversaries.” The U.S. Representatives Zach Nunn (R-IA) and Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) have...
Indian Police Arrest 8 More as Crypto Fraud Balloons up to $300 Million
7.11.2023
Indian authorities have arrested 8 additional individuals, including four cops, in connection with a massive crypto fraud that has ballooned to an astounding $300 million (2500 crore Indian rupees). This fraudulent scheme originally came to light in late September and involved the duping...
Congressional Investments in Defense Stocks Raise Ethical Eyebrows Amidst Ongoing Wars
17.10.2023
In the midst of ongoing strife in Ukraine and Israel, stocks of publicly listed defense corporations have seen a dramatic surge. Simultaneously, U.S. government officials have backed substantial war expenditures, and reports indicate a multitude of politicians reaping financial benefits from...
A Saudi Prince, Chinese Government Officials, and Thai Prostitutes: Former Alameda Research CEO’s Damning Testimony Continues against Sam Bankman-Fried
11.10.2023
Caroline Ellison, former Alameda Research CEO and ex-girlfriend of disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, stunned the jury today in Manhattan Federal Court when she revealed startling claims involving Alameda Research’s ties to international government officials....
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Pakistan to Ban Online Services Related to Cryptocurrencies
18.5.2023
Authorities in Pakistan intend to prohibit all internet-based crypto services despite significant digital-asset investments made by Pakistanis. The decision comes as government officials in Islamabad take a strong stance against the legalization of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin. Crypto ‘Will Never...
US Government in Talks to Rescue Struggling First Republic Bank, Sources Say
28.4.2023
Sources have revealed that U.S. government officials are in talks to rescue First Republic Bank, a struggling financial institution. The discussions involve the U.S. Treasury, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Federal Reserve, according to reports on Friday. Private-Sector...
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Faces New Bribery Charges for Alleged Crypto Payment to Chinese Officials
28.3.2023
Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the former CEO of FTX, now faces a 13-count indictment as U.S. officials have added new charges. One of the new charges alleges that SBF leveraged $40 million to influence “one or more Chinese government officials.” Details of the Bribery Charges Against...
Bahamian Government Officials Allegedly Asked SBF to Mint Millions of Dollars in New Tokens Amid the FTX Collapse
13.12.2022
On Monday, court documents from lawyers involved with the FTX Trading LTD Chapter 11 bankruptcy case allege that the government of The Bahamas asked the disgraced FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) to mint new crypto tokens. The lawyers detailed that it was a “request for live, dynamic access...
US Lawmakers Probe SEC, Treasury, Federal Reserve Over Revolving Door With Crypto Industry
30.10.2022
U.S. lawmakers have raised concerns about the revolving door between financial regulators and the crypto industry. “Over 200 government officials have moved between public service and crypto firms,” the lawmakers said, adding that they include 31 Treasury Department officials and...
Russian Companies Are Using Crypto in Trade Despite Lack of Regulation, Officials Admit
10.10.2022
With limited access to global finances, Russian businesses have begun settling in cryptocurrency with their partners abroad. Although these are still small-scale payments, government officials have noted their increase, which comes even before authorities have decided how to regulate these...
Binance Hires Big-Name Former Government Officials to Set Up Advisory Board
22.9.2022
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has rounded up prominent former government officials to act as a global board of advisers as the company negotiates the regulatory and political minefield the crypto industry finds itself in
Iranian Power Utility Tavanir Vows Severe Measures Against Unlicensed Crypto Miners
9.7.2022
Iran’s state-owned power distribution company, Tavanir, has threatened harsher measures to discourage unauthorized crypto mining. These include much higher fines for those minting digital currencies with subsidized electricity and penalties for government officials involved in mining....
Kazakhstan Allows Registered Crypto Exchanges to Open Accounts at Local Banks
17.6.2022
Government officials in Kazakhstan have approved regulations that will govern interactions between authorized coin trading platforms and traditional financial institutions. The new rules will allow registered cryptocurrency exchanges to have bank accounts in the country. Pilot Project to Develop...
Binance Blocks Accounts Linked to Relatives of Senior Russian Officials
30.4.2022
Digital asset exchange Binance has blocked accounts tied to relatives of government officials in Moscow. Amid mounting international penalties over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the trading platform said it will continue to check for users associated with sanctioned individuals. Crypto...
Russian Law Requires Election Candidates to Disclose Their Crypto Assets
24.3.2022
The Russian parliament has adopted a new law obliging persons running for office to present information about their digital asset holdings. The legislation will amend a number of acts and apply to presidential and parliamentary candidates as well as government officials. Russian Politicians...
Kazakhstan Shuts Down Over 100 Crypto Mining Farms
16.3.2022
More than 100 crypto farms in Kazakhstan have terminated operations as a result of ongoing inspections of the mining sector. Authorities have revealed that some of the facilities are linked to prominent businessmen and former government officials. Financial Watchdog Goes After Crypto Miners Across...
Officials Attend First Lecture on NFTs at Major Turkish University
25.2.2022
Ankara University has become the first higher education institution in Turkey to organize a course on non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The freshly-launched lecture has been attended by high-ranking government officials, local media reported. Leading University in Turkey Begins Course on NFTs Ankara...
Russia Adopts Law Allowing State to Seize Illegal Funds, Digital Assets From Officials
18.2.2022
The State Duma of Russia, the lower house of parliament, has passed a law permitting law enforcement authorities to seek confiscation of illegally obtained funds from government officials, including cryptocurrency. The state may attempt to seize the assets through court if they exceed...
Indian Government Needs More Time to Finalize Crypto Bill: Report
21.1.2022
Indian government officials reportedly said that India’s cryptocurrency bill will require more time because crypto is a complex subject. The bill is therefore unlikely to be introduced in the upcoming session of parliament. The government reportedly wants to hold more discussions to build...
Iran to Permit Use of Cryptocurrencies in International Settlements, Reports Reveal
11.1.2022
Authorities in Iran are preparing to allow the employment of cryptocurrencies for international settlements. According to local media, central bank and government officials have given the green light to adopt a mechanism using digital coins in the field of foreign trade. Businesses in Iran to...