History Associates joins Coinbase in FDIC legal battle

The History Associates suit aims to hold the FDIC and other regulatory agencies accountable for their actions and ensure transparency in their regulatory practices.

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Coinbase Sues SEC, FDIC Over Noncompliance with FOIA Request

America’s largest crypto exchange Coinbase sues the U.S. SEC and the FDIC to obtain documents relating to the agencies efforts…

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Crypto Exchange Coinbase Sues SEC, FDIC, Alleging Regulatory Overreach

Coinbase sued the SEC and FDIC, accusing the agencies of denying information requests and coordinating efforts to restrict the crypto industry's access to banking services.

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Coinbase Initiates Legal Actions against SEC and FDIC over FOIA Compliance

Today (Thursday), Coinbase filed lawsuits against the U.S.Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit InsuranceCorporation (FDIC). According to a report from FoxBusiness, the lawsuits claimthat both agencies failed to fulfill Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requestssubmitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

Alleging Regulatory Opacity

The lawsuits from Coinbase allege that the SEC and FDICneglected to provide requested information under the FOIA, impactingtransparency in regulatory dealings. Coinbase accuses the federal agencies ofactions perceived as attempting to marginalize the cryptocurrency industrywithin the banking sector.

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Specifically, Coinbase's FOIA requests to the SEC aimed toobtain information concerning the agency's stance on Ethereum, particularly itstransition to a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus mechanism with Ethereum 2.0.

Additionally, Coinbase sought records related to prior investigations involvingindividuals such as Zachary Coburn and Enigma MPC, facilitated through itsconsultant firm, History Associates Inc.

Lawsuit Advances despite Partial Dismissal

Earlier, afederal judge in Manhattan permitted the SEC to continue its lawsuitagainst Coinbase, as reported by FinanceMagnates. While dismissing one claim, the ruling sets the stage for aprotracted legal battle. US District Judge Katherine Failla partially grantedCoinbase's motion to dismiss the SEC's allegations of securities lawviolations.

The decision underscores ongoing regulatory challenges facedby digital asset firms. Despite a partial victory for Coinbase, the rulingaligns with the SEC's crypto regulation stance. Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer,Paul Grewal, affirmed readiness to contest SEC claims, expressing confidence inlegal arguments.

The lawsuit, initiated in June last year, accuses Coinbase offacilitating unregistered securities trading and operating unlawfully as asecurities exchange.

Judge Failla's decision permits most claims to proceed,excluding allegations of unregistered broker activity via Coinbase's walletapp. This legal clash is pivotal in the SEC's efforts to regulate the digitalasset market under traditional securities laws.

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Coinbase sues SEC, FDIC over FOIA noncompliance

Coinbases lawsuits target the SEC and FDIC for alleged noncompliance with FOIA requests regarding Ethereums proof-of-stake transition.

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Republic First Bank Closure: First US Bank Failure of 2024

US regulators have closed Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, marking the first banking failure of 2024. The closure has sparked debate among the crypto community, with Bitcoin and Ether trading down. The bank had approximately $6 billion in total assets and $4 billion in total deposits as of January 31. (Read More)

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Coinbase accuses FDIC of stalling crypto debanking document release

Coinbase has filed a legal objection to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporations (FDIC) latest attempt to delay the release of key documents related to the alleged debanking of crypto firms. On April 10, the exchange opposed the FDICs request for a 16-day extension in response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit. Paul Grewal, […]

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Kansas Heartland Tri-State Bank Closure Indicates Continued U.S. Banking Crisis

On July 28, 2023, the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner closed Heartland Tri-State Bank of Elkhart, Kansas, appointing the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver. (Read More)

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FDIC alleges Cross River engaged in ‘unsafe’ lending practices

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has requested Cross River Bank – known for its services to fintech and crypto firms like Visa and Coinbase – to “self-correct” and appropriately address weaknesses in its lending activities. On April 28, the FDIC made public a consent order executed with Cross River Bank on March 8, alleging that [...]

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CFTC Withdraws 2018 and 2023 Advisories on Crypto Derivatives

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has decided to scale back its scrutiny on risks related to digital asset trading and clearing. The agency has officially withdrawn two of its previous advisories issued in 2018 and 2023. This creates a standardized regulatory framework for digital assets and other products. CFTC Scales Back Crypto Scrutiny The […]

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FDIC Eases Crypto Banking Regulation, Marking a Major Policy Shift

David Sacks, the White Houses cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence director, commended the FDICs latest move, stating that it significantly facilitates banks participation in cryptocurrency activities. He emphasized that allowing banks to engage in crypto-related ventures would help mainstream digital assets, making them more accessible to the broader financial system. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) […]

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FDIC and CFTC Relax Crypto Regulations for Banks and Derivatives in the US

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have recently announced steps to relax regulations on cryptocurrency for banks and derivatives trading. This move signals a shift in the regulatory landscape, aiming to foster innovation and growth in the digital asset space. By easing restrictions on financial institutions engaging with [...]

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FDIC Takes Action to Eliminate Reputational Risk in Bank Exams from Examination Agenda

The FDIC Takes Action to Eliminate Reputational Risk in Bank Examinations The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has announced a significant shift in its approach to bank examinations to eradicate reputational risk for financial institutions. This move aims to ensure a fair evaluation process that focuses on objective criteria rather than subjective factors that could [...]

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Reports by Fed and FDIC Reveal Vulnerabilities Behind 2 Major US Bank Failures

On Friday, Michael Barr, the vice chair for supervision at the U.S. Federal Reserve, published a report on the vulnerabilities that led to the ultimate failure of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). In addition, Marshall Gentry, the chief risk officer of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), released a similar report on Signature Bank’s collapse and [...]

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First Republic Bank Faces Potential Takeover by FDIC Amidst Financial Struggles

According to multiple reports, First Republic Bank is facing significant financial difficulties and could be taken over by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) if private sector banks do not intervene. The FDIC has reportedly approached several large commercial banks regarding purchasing First Republic after the bank’s stocks dropped more than 50% on Friday. FDIC [...]

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Senate Banking Committee Holds Hearing on Recent Bank Collapses, Calls for Tougher Regulations

On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, also known as the Senate Banking Committee, held a hearing to discuss the recent bank collapses in the United States and the regulatory response. Throughout the testimonies, digital assets and crypto businesses were mentioned. Senate Banking Committee chairman Sherrod Brown claimed on Tuesday [...]

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FDIC Urges Crypto Clients to Transfer Signature’s Funds

On Tuesday, United States Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (U.S. FDIC) reported that the account holders of Signature Bank have to

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Signature’s Crypto Clients Told to Close Accounts as FDIC Ends Business

The FDIC warned that there would be no more crypto offerings from Signiture after the buy out

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Signature’s crypto clients told to close their accounts by April 5: Report

Signature Bank’s cryptocurrency clients have been reportedly given until April 5 to take their funds out and find another bank, or have their accounts closed by the federal regulator. According to reports, a United States Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) spokesperson said on March 28 that the agency was “reaching out to depositors from Signature [...]

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Here’s Why Regulators Were Accused of “Illegal Overreach” Against Crypto Industry by Cooper & Kirk Law Firm

Cooper & Kirk law firm sends letter to US Congress alleging regulatory overreach against the crypto industry.

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