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SEC's Hester Peirce says new stablecoin regs need to allow room for failure
13.5.2022
The SEC’s “crypto mom” Hester Peirce has said the regulatory “movement” around stablecoins needs to allow for “trial and error” and room for failure
PlayStation Boss Asks Staff To Respect All Abortion Opinions In Email About Cats
13.5.2022
An internal email from PlayStation president Jim Ryan contains several paragraphs about cats, but doesn’t contain a hard stance in support of his staff’s reproductive rights, and even asks employees to “respect” anti-abortion views and opinions, leaving many PlayStation staff angry and upset.Read...
US Senate confirms Jerome Powell for another four years as Fed chair
12.5.2022
In a 80–19 vote in the Senate, U.S. lawmakers confirmed Jerome Powell as the next chair of the Federal Reserve System, where he will also serve as a board member until 2028
Stablecoins' recent de-pegging is not a 'real threat to financial stability,' says Janet Yellen
12.5.2022
Terra's UST dropped as low as $0.29 and Tether's USDT stablecoin briefly de-pegged from the dollar to hit $0.96 on Wednesday
Why the world needs a spot Bitcoin ETF in the US: 21Shares CEO explains
12.5.2022
Total assets invested in crypto ETFs and ETPs hit $16.3 billion by the end of the first quarter, but the community is still waiting for a spot Bitcoin ETF in the U.S
5 state regulators allege organization is tied to Russia, scamming users using metaverse casino
11.5.2022
"The same rules that apply to investments in the physical world continue to apply to investments in virtual worlds," said the regulators
5 US States Issue Emergency Orders to Shut Down Metaverse Casino With Alleged Russian Ties
11.5.2022
Regulators in five U.S. states issued emergency orders on Wednesday requiring a metaverse casino with alleged Russian ties to immediately halt the sale of its non-fungible tokens (NFTs), citing fraud, deceit and registration violations
Environmental groups urge US government to take action on crypto miners
10.5.2022
Among the proposals, the group of eight organizations requested the Environmental Protection Agency subject PoW mining firms to “stringent reviews” around operating permits
US Treasury Secretary reaffirms need for stablecoin regulation following UST crash
10.5.2022
Janet Yellen said it would be “highly appropriate” to aim for “a consistent federal framework” on stablecoins by the end of 2022 in the U.S. given the growth of the market
Go green or die? Bitcoin miners aim for carbon neutrality by mining near data centers
10.5.2022
Bitcoin mining companies must prove carbon neutrality as new regulations come to play, but are carbon offsets enough?
Qualcomm CEO States Metaverse Will Be a ‘Very Big’ Opportunity
10.5.2022
Qualcomm, one of the largest fabless mobile chip makers, is very optimistic about the future of the metaverse and what it might bring for companies and consumers in the area. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon believes that, while there is much to do in the development space, this development is real...
Wordle Removes ‘Fetus’ Answer Following Attack On Abortion Rights
9.5.2022
Today’s Wordle answer was supposed to be “fetus,” and for many it still was, despite The New York Times trying to pull the word ahead of time. In light of reports that the Supreme Court is currently slated to overturn Roe v. Wade and toss out abortion rights for millions along with it, the Greylady...
Joe Rogan Says Bitcoin Is ‘Freaking Out’ Government, the Latest on Inflation, and More — Bitcoin.com News Week in Review
8.5.2022
Another whirlwind week in crypto draws to a close, and of course there’s no shortage of spicy stories and new, compelling narratives in the world of innovative digital money. This week, Elon Musk gives investment advice, United States Securities and Exchange Commission chair Gary Gensler...
Utah Governor approves of blockchain and digital innovation task force
8.5.2022
Some of the primary duties assigned to the task force involve making policy recommendations related to blockchain and related technologies
The United States turns its attention to stablecoin regulation
7.5.2022
The U.S. continues to be a global leader in regulating and embracing the cryptocurrency industry, but the Stablecoin TRUST Act may set up some barriers for newcomers
Nvidia to pay $5.5M as part of SEC case concerning 'inadequate disclosures' around crypto mining
6.5.2022
"All issuers, including those that pursue opportunities involving emerging technology, must ensure that their disclosures are timely, complete, and accurate," said Kristina Littman
CFTC commissioner appoints crypto-experienced CME Group director as chief counsel
5.5.2022
During his time at the CME Group, Bruce Fekrat regulated crypto reference rates and helped in the development of financial products including BTC and ETH derivatives
SkyBridge Capital’s Anthony Scaramucci expects a pro-crypto presidential candidacy
5.5.2022
Anthony Scaramucci predicts that the next presidential candidacy will be pro-crypto and that a Bitcoin ETF will happen by the end of 2022 given recent developments on Capitol Hill
Sen. Warren asks Fidelity to address the risks to put Bitcoin in 401(k)s
5.5.2022
U.S. Senators requested Fidelity to explain how the firm is planning to address the risks of adding Bitcoin into retirement accounts by May 18
California governor issues blockchain executive order building on US President’s regulatory efforts
4.5.2022
"We’re getting ahead of the curve on this, laying the foundation to allow for consumers and business to thrive," said California Governor Gavin Newsom