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16.02 / 04:49

business Fraud vpn Court Smartphone bail play SBF won’t be able to play League of Legends under proposed bail changes

Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of crypto exchange FTX may no longer be able to play League of Legends and other video games if newly proposed changes to his bail conditions from United States prosecutors are approved.

16.02 / 01:27

regulation Congress Retirement lawmakers US lawmakers US lawmakers reintroduce bill to remove roadblocks for crypto investments in retirement accounts

Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has reintroduced legislation aiming to allow United States 401(k) retirement plans to include exposure to cryptocurrencies.

15.02 / 23:39

markets Stablecoin Binance defi DEX SEC Silver SEC enforcement action creates a silver lining for GMX, Lido (LDO) and Maker (MKR) price

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has started ramping up its crackdown on the crypto industry and recent enforcement actions had a negative impact on crypto prices last week and at the start of this week.

15.02 / 21:21

regulation Donations Political Donations lawmakers Kansas state lawmakers look to cap crypto political donations at $100

Lawmakers in the Kansas House of Representatives have introduced a bill proposing to amend the legislature’s rules on political campaign donations.

15.02 / 15:43

Government Adoption Bitcoin open El Salvador to open a ‘Bitcoin Embassy’ in the United States

The world’s biggest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), is connecting more countries as the government of El Salvador is opening a “Bitcoin Embassy” in the United States.

15.02 / 10:53

regulation crimes Senate AML Terrorism Sen. Warren vows reintroduction of AML bill that extends to DAOs and DeFi

A bi-partisan anti-money laundering (AML) bill that covers “decentralized entities” such as decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and DAOs will soon be reintroduced to Congress, according to United States Senator Elizabeth Warren.

15.02 / 02:01

business Government Law SEC Gold Dollar Binance CEO: crypto industry will probably move to non-dollar stablecoins

The crypto industry will “probably” start using euro, yen, or Singapore dollar based stablecoins in the future, reducing its reliance on US dollar based stablecoins, according to a Feb. 14 statement on Twitter Spaces by Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as “CZ.”

14.02 / 23:00

Government Law regulation SEC us government Expect the SEC to use its Kraken playbook against staking protocols

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) settledwith Kraken on Feb. 9 for an action taken against the exchange’s staking rewards program. Kraken paid a $30 million fine and agreed to halt the program.

14.02 / 22:59

Law regulation SEC Congress lawmakers debate US lawmakers US lawmakers and experts debate SEC's role in crypto regulation

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission and its chair Gary Gensler were the targets of many lawmakers and witnesses at a hearing exploring the crash of the crypto market.

13.02 / 14:39

Stablecoin Binance regulation SEC security Paxos sec lawsuit SEC lawsuit against Paxos over BUSD baffles crypto community

Paxos and Binance USD (BUSD) being in the sights of United States regulators sparked various reactions from the crypto community.

13.02 / 14:39

Adoption regulation SEC security Binance Coin Support Binance to support BUSD while exploring non-USD stablecoins, CZ says

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance plans to continue supporting its Binance USD (BUSD) stablecoin despite its issuer Paxos facing a stop order from American regulators.

13.02 / 11:23

regulation Altcoin Paxos Binance USD Breaking: Paxos reportedly ordered to stop issuing Binance USD

The New York Department of Financial Services has reportedly ordered blockchain company Paxos Trust Co. to stop the issuance of dollar-pegged Binance USD (BUSD) stablecoin.

12.02 / 13:39

Law Adoption Investments bills legislation Crypto Companies Consumer Federation of California reattempts to regulate crypto companies

The Consumer Federation of California (CFC), a nonprofit advocacy organization working for consumer rights, sponsored a bill that seeks to license and regulate the activities of cryptocurrency exchanges.

10.02 / 23:49

Law regulation SEC Kraken Staking ban is another nail in crypto’s coffin — that’s a good thing

Rumors of an impending crypto ban came to fruition on Feb. 9 with the Securities and Exchange Commission’s enforcement action against Kraken, which resulted in a settlement where the exchange agreed to end its staking services for American users. The action will likely extend to all companies based in the United States.

10.02 / 22:51

regulation SEC Congress Sec Chair lawmakers Fried Sam US lawmakers US lawmakers question SEC chair on timing of Sam Bankman-Fried's arrest

Two members of the United States House Financial Services Committee are calling on Securities and Exchange Commission chair Gary Gensler “regarding the timing of the charges filed against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried” based on his scheduled appearance at a hearing.

10.02 / 18:59

regulation SEC Kraken Staking Sec Chair Warning SEC chair issues warning to crypto firms after action on Kraken staking

United States Securities and Exchange Commission chair Gary Gensler issued a warning to crypto companies to “come in and follow the law” after the agency announced a settlement with crypto exchange Kraken.

10.02 / 02:15

Blockchain CFTC regulation SEC security interview Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin says no chance ETH is classed as security

Ethereum co-founder and crypto entrepreneur Joseph Lubin is confident that Ether (ETH) won’t be classified as a security in the United States.

10.02 / 01:01

Mining regulation Discrimination Mississippi senate passes bill to protect cryptocurrency miners from discrimination

The American state of Mississippi is one step closer to protecting the rights of cryptocurrency miners after the state senate passed the Mississippi Digital Asset Mining Act on Feb. 8. There is a companion bill under consideration in the state house of representatives.

09.02 / 23:57

regulation SEC Kraken Staking settlement Kraken reaches $30M settlement with SEC over staking

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has reached an agreement with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission to stop offering staking services or programs.

09.02 / 23:21

business Government regulation SEC Banks Banks under pressure from U.S. authorities to cut ties with crypto firms

United States authorities appear to be resurrecting past techniques to crack down on crypto firms and banks offering services to the industry, several sources told Cointelegraph.

09.02 / 19:59

Government Law the bahamas New Hampshire could become an alternative for crypto firms moving to the Bahamas

New Hampshire is on the verge of becoming a national leader in cryptocurrency if its legislature follows through on recommendations made by a commission appointed by Governor Chris Sununu. The recommendations would establish a legal framework for blockchain and crypto businesses in the state, providing clarity and certainty to entrepreneurs and regulators while avoiding the onerous and largely pointless special rules federal regulators and members of Congress want to impose on the industry. The proposed rules would also protect consumers, depositors and investors.

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