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CFTC calls ETH a commodity in Binance suit, highlighting the complexity of classification
27.3.2023
The suit claims Binance used Ether as a commodity in its financial products, experts explained, which says little about the basic nature of the coin
Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo: A Privacy-Protecting U.S. CBDC Could ‘Take Over the World’
27.3.2023
If the U.S. were to design a digital dollar that protects the privacy of its users and is free of surveillance tools, it could reach mass adoption, the Digital Dollar Project co-founder said
XRP price: 'sell the news' moment nears after crypto-leading 20% weekly gain
27.3.2023
XRP whales have been accumulating since February with only days remaining until the SEC vs. Ripple lawsuit could reach its potential conclusion
Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy repays Silvergate loan and buys 6.5K BTC
27.3.2023
MicroStrategy has increased its total Bitcoins holdings to 138,955 BTC, purchased for $4.1 billion at an average of $29,817 per coin
SEC targets Coinbase, Do Kwon arrested and FTX sells $95M in Mysten Labs: Hodler’s Digest, March 19-25
25.3.2023
Coinbase’s Wells notice hints at enforcement action on the horizon, Terraform Labs CEO Do Kwon arrested in Montenegro and FTX seeks to sell $95 million in Mysten Labs stocks
'US has left a vacuum that other countries are eager to fill': Coinbase
25.3.2023
While the U.S. government opts for “regulation by enforcement,” other countries are fostering “vibrant” crypto ecosystems due to progressive regulation, argues Coinbase’s Daniel Seifert
White House report takes aim at Bybit — and forgot about Deribit
25.3.2023
The White House isn’t doing any favors for derivatives traders by turning a blind eye to the biggest players in the space
Former SEC Branch Chief Explains Why U.S. Has Jurisdiction in Do Kwon Case
24.3.2023
Lisa Braganca says the Terraform Labs founder and his team knowingly reached out to U.S. investors, despite being based in Singapore
SEC Warns Investors to Exercise Caution When Investing in Crypto Securities – Clampdown Incoming?
24.3.2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned investors of an alleged danger posed by crypto assets, saying those offering such investments may not comply with US securities laws.
The warning, published on the SEC’s Investor.gov website on Thursday this week, said the risk of loss...
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Clings to $28K as Turbulent Week Draws to Close
24.3.2023
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for March 24, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
'Surgical removal' of crypto will only weaken USD dominance, commentators say
24.3.2023
A day after Coinbase received an SEC Wells notice, industry commentators weighed in on what recent regulator actions mean for America's crypto future
ARK Buys the Wells Dip With $17.7 Million COIN Purchase
24.3.2023
Coinbase shares tumbled 16% Thursday, after the company disclosed late Wednesday it had received a Wells Notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission
Justin Sun vs. SEC, Do Kwon arrested, 180M player game taps Polygon: Asia Express
23.3.2023
Chinese crypto billionaire Justin Sun sued by SEC, Do Kwon busted in Casino Royale location, game with 180 million players embraces Polygon
Is This Finally an Atomic Bomb From the SEC?
23.3.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s notice to Coinbase (COIN) that it’s likely to be accused of breaking securities laws could foreshadow an agency effort to break the back of the crypto sector as it now operates, but it also may finally force court rulings that define how the industry...
Coinbase CEO calls for action in electing pro-crypto lawmakers following SEC Wells Notice
23.3.2023
Brian Armstrong urged crypto proponents to "contact their congressman, donate to pro-crypto candidates, show up at town halls" in an effort to achieve clear rules for crypto
SEC in a Pickle: Crypto’s Tricky Trio Stirs Up Trouble in 2023
23.3.2023
2023 is shaping up to be a painful year for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as it finds itself entangled in battles with the ever-evolving and innovative cryptocurrency industry. From Ripple to Coinbase and Tron, the SEC faces fierce opposition with potentially huge consequences....
Crypto Advocate Sees 'Silver Lining' for the Industry in SEC's Warning to Coinbase
23.3.2023
Should the government agency follow through with its Wells notice, the outcome could lead to more rules of the road for crypto, Brett Quick, head of government affairs at the global alliance firm, said
Coinbase Faces SEC Lawsuit Threat Over Alleged Securities Law Violations – Here's What's Happening
23.3.2023
The US-based crypto exchange Coinbase is facing a lawsuit from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over securities violations related to staking, its listing of assets, and the Coinbase Wallet.
The threat of a lawsuit came in the form of a so-called Wells notice to the exchange...
The SEC’s Scattergun Approach Shows Its Weakness
23.3.2023
By taking aim at high-profile targets including Coinbase, Justin Sun and Lindsey Lohan, the SEC showed it doesn’t have the resources to effectively police the crypto industry
Coinbase and Algorand give divergent reasons for staking reward suspension
23.3.2023
Algorand Foundation CEO said the crypto exchange is evaluating its products and services after receiving a Wells Notice. Coinbase denies the claim