SEC Seeks $5.3B Judgment Against Terraform Labs and Do Kwon

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a motion for billions of dollars in disgorgement and civil penalties against Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon. The SEC is seeking $4.7 billion in disgorgement and prejudgment interest, along with $520 million in civil penalties. Terraform and Kwon have proposed lower penalties, and the SEC is also considering additional measures to prevent future violations. (Read More)

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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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Controversial ‘Tiktok Ban Bill’ Sparks Concerns Among Cryptocurrency and Technology Advocates

Cryptocurrency and technology proponents have recently been discussing a new bipartisan bill called the “Restricting the Emergence of Security Threats that Risk Information and Communications Technology (RESTRICT)” Act. In addition to targeting firms such as Kaspersky, Huawei, and Tiktok, opponents of the bill believe one of its provisions will punish ordinary Americans for leveraging a [...]

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5 Charged for Hydro Token Market Manipulation

The US Department of Justice has charged five individuals for conspiring to manipulate the market in relation to an alleged scheme involving the Hydro (HYDRO) token. The charges include conspiracy to commit securities price manipulation and wire fraud, with potential penalties ranging from five years to 20 years in prison. The alleged manipulation of the Hydro token price resulted in the co-conspirators making an approximate total of $2 million in ill-gotten profits. In addition, Hydrogen Technology Corporation and former CEO Michael Ross Kane were ordered to pay $2.8 million in remedies and civil penalties in a separate case brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission. (Read More)

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Revised Bill Suggests Prison Time for Russian Crypto Miners Evading Taxation

A draft law designed to regulate crypto mining in Russia introduces harsh penalties for miners failing to report digital assets to the state. In its latest revision, the bill also threatens to punish those who organize illegal trading of cryptocurrencies with imprisonment and hefty fines. Forced Labor Awaits Miners and Traders Who Operate Outside Law, [...]

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Kuwait Capital Markets Authority Reaffirms Comprehensive Crypto Asset Ban

In a circular released by the Capital Markets Authority of Kuwait, the regulator reaffirmed its position that Kuwait strictly prohibits the use of virtual currencies and bans mining activities within the Gulf state. The authority also emphasized the importance for businesses to inform customers about potential “risks that may arise” with dealing with crypto assets [...]

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OKX Admits Wrongdoing and Agrees to Pay $505 Million in Penalties to Resolve DOJ Allegations

OKX Resolves Anti-Money Laundering Probe with US DOJ Leading cryptocurrency exchange OKX has recently reached a settlement with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding an investigation into potential anti-money laundering (AML) violations. As part of the settlement, OKX has agreed to implement enhanced AML and know-your-customer (KYC) compliance measures to prevent illicit activities [...]

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Russian Crypto Industry Queries Government About Proposed Criminal Liability for Miners

The organization representing Russia’s crypto sector has asked the government in Moscow to clarify a proposal to introduce criminal liability for “gray” miners. The draft legislation seeks to punish those who fail to report their income to the state and share information about their digital assets. Crypto Companies in Russia Want to Take Part in [...]

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What are the Howey test and its implications for cryptocurrency?

The Howey test’s impact on cryptocurrency, explained — legal implications, compliance requirements and more.

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Coinex Settles With NY Attorney General, Pays $1.7M in Penalties; Announces Exit from US Market

According to a press release issued on June 15 by the Office of the New York State Attorney General, the cryptocurrency exchange Coinex has reached a settlement with Letitia James, the chief law enforcement officer. The attorney general stated that Coinex will pay $1.7 million in penalties and refunds and is barred from operating its [...]

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SEC nets record $8.2B in fines, Australia considers crypto tax framework: Law Decoded

The SEC reported an unprecedented $8.2 billion in fiscal penalties, mainly due to Terraform Labs record $4.47 billion settlement.

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