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Oct 01, 2024 02:00

Kasikornbank to launch Thailands first licensed digital asset custodian

Kasikornbank is set to launch orbix Custodian, Thailand’s first licensed digital asset custodian. Operations for orbix Custodian are set to begin in early 2025 after licensing. KBank also focuses on AI development through its partnership on Project SEALD. Thailand’s second-largest bank by assets, Kasikornbank (KBank), is set to launch orbix Custodian, the country’s inaugural licensed […]

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Sep 04, 2024 02:00

SEC charges fund adviser Galois Capital over crypto custody failures

The SEC has charged investment adviser Galois Capital with crypto custody violations, including holding of investor assets on FTX. Galois Capital has settled with the regulator and will pay $225,000 in civil penalty. The US Securities and Exchange Commission has charged Florida-based investment adviser Galois Capital Management LLC over the company’s failure to properly custody […]

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Sep 28, 2024 02:00

Sorare charged for unlicensed gambling services in the UK

UK Gambling Commission charges Sorare for providing unlicensed gambling services. The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission has been investigating Sorare for three years. Sorare denies wrongdoing, asserting it is not a gambling platform under UK law. The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission has taken legal action against Sorare, a blockchain-based fantasy sports platform, accusing the company of […]

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Sep 27, 2024 02:00

US SEC Chair Gensler reaffirms Bitcoin (BTC) is not a security under SEC rules

US SEC Chair Gensler reaffirms Bitcoin (BTC) is not a security under current regulations. SEC plans new regulations for DeFi and trading systems to protect investors. Crypto firms, including Coinbase, push back against expanding regulatory scope. In recent statements, SEC Chairman Gary Gensler has firmly reiterated that Bitcoin is classified as a non-security under existing […]

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Sep 25, 2024 02:00

SEC charges TrustToken and TrueCoin for defrauding investors

SEC filed charges against TrueCoin and TrustToken over fraud and offering of unregistered investment contracts. TrueCoin issued the TrueUSD (TUSD) stablecoin, while TrustToken operated the TrueFi lending protocol. The regulator alleges stablecoin TUSD had 99% of its reserves invested in an offshore fund as of September 2024. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged […]

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Sep 21, 2024 02:00

New York man to pay $36 million for forex and crypto fraud

A US federal court ordered William Koo Ichioka to pay $31 million in restitution and $5 million in monetary penalty The New York resident was charged and ordered to pay a total of $36 million for defrauding victims in a forex and crypto scheme A New York man is to pay $36 million for defrauding […]

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Sep 20, 2024 02:00

SEC requests for more time to produce documents in Coinbase case

SEC reportedly seeks an extension to February 2025 for it to provide case documents to Coinbase. Coinbase, Binance and Kraken all facing SEC lawsuits. The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed for an extension from the court, asking for more time as it looks to provide documents related to its case against crypto exchange […]

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Sep 20, 2024 02:00

New government legislation could open up sports betting in Alberta, Canada by end of this year

Alberta’s Bill 16 will allow third-party operators in online gambling by 2025 The province aims to capture grey market bets and boost revenue like Ontario Safeguards like self-exclusion and player monitoring will promote responsible gambling Alberta is on the brink of a significant shift in its online gambling landscape. With the passage of Bill 16, […]

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Sep 12, 2024 02:00

UK introduces new bill clarifying crypto as personal property

UK’s new bill recognises Bitcoin and other digital assets as personal property. Under the new law, crypto owners will enjoy greater legal protection. The UK parliament has introduced a new bill that clarifies digital assets ownership by recognizing Bitcoin and other crypto assets as personal property. The new draft law, the Property (Digital Assets etc) […]

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Aug 07, 2024 02:00

Indian law enforcement agency DGGI wants $86M unpaid GST from Binance

India demands $86 million in unpaid GST from crypto exchange Binance. Indian law requires 1% TDS on crypto transactions and 30% tax on profits. Binance plans to resume operations in India after being banned in January 2024 for noncompliance. In a significant move, Indian authorities have demanded nearly $86 million in unpaid Goods and Services […]

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Aug 06, 2024 02:00

Polymarket in focus as CFTC is pushed to ban gambling on US elections

Polymarket’s popularity raises fears of corruption and undue election influence. Lawmakers urge CFTC to ban election betting, citing democracy trust concerns. Senators stress elections shouldn’t be influenced by wealthy individuals’ bets. Polymarket, a predictions market operating on the Polygon blockchain, has come under scrutiny as US lawmakers intensify efforts to ban gambling on American elections. […]

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Aug 30, 2024 02:00

Donald Trump unveils plan to make USA the crypto capital of the planet

Donald Trump aims to make the US the “crypto capital of the planet” if elected. His sons’ World Liberty Financial may involve real-world assets and tokenization. Trump has promised a Bitcoin reserve and to replace SEC chair Gary Gensler. In a bold move that could reshape the landscape of digital assets in the United States, […]

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Aug 29, 2024 02:00

OpenSea gets Wells Notice from SEC

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a Wells Notice to OpenSea, the largest NFT marketplace. OpenSea co-founder Devin Finzer says the NFT platform will fight the SEC’s lawsuit OpenSea said in a blog post on Aug. 28 that the SEC’s Wells Notice indicates the regulator – widely criticised for is regulation by enforcement […]

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Aug 27, 2024 02:00

Argentinas Ministry of Education adds Ethereum to high school curriculum

Buenos Aires high schools will start offering blockchain internships on August 27. ETH Kipu will train 500 students in Solidity and prepare 30 instructors. Argentina’s high inflation drives strong local engagement with digital assets. In a groundbreaking move to advance blockchain education, Argentina’s Ministry of Education has partnered with ETH Kipu to introduce Ethereum and […]

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Aug 24, 2024 02:00

Judge denies Kraken motion to dismiss SEC lawsuit

US District Judge William H. Orrick has ruled that the US Securities and Exchange Commission has a plausible case against crypto exchange Kraken. According to the judge, the SEC’s lawsuit against Kraken will proceed. The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit against crypto exchange will proceed, a judge has ruled. On Friday, August 23, 2024, […]

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Aug 20, 2024 02:00

Russias largest search engine Yandex bans crypto ads

Yandex bans ads for crypto exchanges, smart contracts, mining, and ICOs in Russia. Ads for mining equipment, educational content, and legal advice are however exempted. Yandex will allow crypto ads outside Russia with strict compliance to local regulations. In a significant shift reflecting stringent regulatory measures in Russia, Yandex, the country’s largest search engine, has […]

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Aug 17, 2024 02:00

Dubai Court of First Instance affirms crypto as a validity salary payment method

Dubai Court validates salary payments in cryptocurrency, shifting from prior stance. The employee’s contract in the case in question included both fiat and EcoWatt tokens as payment. The ruling sets a precedent for digital currency adoption in UAE’s financial transactions. In a landmark ruling, the Dubai Court of First Instance has affirmed the validity of […]

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Aug 14, 2024 02:00

Coinbase expands crypto services to Hawaii following a regulatory shift

Coinbase expands services to Hawaii after regulatory changes ease restrictions. Hawaii residents can now buy, sell, and stake crypto with up to 12% APY on Coinbase. Coinbase still faces legal pushback from the SEC over the disclosure of regulatory documents. Coinbase has announced the expansion of its services to Hawaii, granting residents access to a […]

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Aug 13, 2024 02:00

Venezuela restricts access to Binance and X amid election unrest

Venezuelan government blocks Binance, X, Reddit, and Signal amid election unrest. CANTV, Venezuela’s state ISP, enforces the blockade as part of a crypto crackdown. President Maduro accuses Elon Musk of inciting protests and violating laws. In a significant move amidst ongoing political unrest, the Venezuelan government has imposed a blockade on several major online platforms, […]

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Jul 10, 2024 02:00

Ex-FTX execs Nishad and Gary to be sentenced in October and November

Nishad Singh and Gary Wang to be sentenced for FTX fraud on Oct. 30 and Nov. 20. Their cooperation in Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial may lead to reduced sentences. Ryan Salame got 90 months for non-cooperation; Bankman-Fried got 25 years. Former FTX executives Nishad Singh and Gary Wang, key figures in the dramatic collapse of the […]

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