Ripple, a leading digital asset company, has chosen Ireland as its base in the European Union (EU) in preparation for the implementation of the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This move demonstrates Ripple’s commitment to compliance and its readiness to adapt to evolving digital asset regulations.By registering with the Central Bank of Ireland as […]
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has released a report providing policy recommendations for Decentralized Finance (DeFi). The aim is to address potential risks to market integrity and investor protection in the wake of recent incidents that caused harm to investors and led to the failure of DeFi platforms.The report emphasizes that DeFi activities […]
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has released a report providing policy recommendations for Decentralized Finance (DeFi). The aim is to address potential risks to market integrity and investor protection in the wake of recent incidents that caused harm to investors and led to the failure of DeFi platforms.The report emphasizes that DeFi activities […]
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has revealed that the American Bankers Association played a role in formulating the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, a controversial bill that has faced criticism from the cryptocurrency community. During a speech, Marshall stated that the association helped craft the legislation to ensure that cryptocurrencies are held to the same standards […]
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has released a set of nine policy recommendations aimed at promoting consistent regulatory oversight in the crypto sector. As the global standard-setter for securities markets regulation, IOSCO addresses key issues such as market abuse, conflict of interest, client asset protection, disclosures, and risks associated with cryptocurrencies in these […]
BlackRock, Nasdaq, and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently held discussions regarding the listing of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). The meeting focused on the necessary rule changes required to list the iShares Bitcoin Trust on the NASDAQ Stock Market.The discussions revolved around NASDAQ Rule 5711(d), which outlines the requirements for […]
A hacker going by the name “Miembro” has recently posted on Breach Forums, offering to sell access to Binance’s law enforcement request panel for $10,000 in Bitcoin or Monero. This access supposedly provides private access exclusively used by law enforcement, allowing unlimited requests to be answered within three to seven days.The hacker claims that inquiries […]
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has released a set of policy recommendations aimed at promoting consistency in regulatory oversight across jurisdictions. These recommendations, which follow a report released last year, provide detailed guidance on various aspects of regulation.One of the recommendations, Rule 7, emphasizes the importance of enforcing applicable laws. The accompanying guidance […]
Big banks have reportedly played a role in the drafting of a controversial anti-crypto bill by United States Senators Roger Marshall and Elizabeth Warren. In a video that surfaced on social media, Senator Marshall admitted that he and Senator Warren sought assistance from the American Bankers Association (ABA) in crafting the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering […]
The US cryptocurrency industry is rallying behind political candidates who support crypto-friendly policies. Through the Fairshake Political Action Committee (PAC), a non-profit organization advocating for social and economic justice, over $78 million has been raised from leading venture firms, exchanges, and crypto industry leaders. Notable contributors include Andreessen Horowitz, Ark Invest, Coinbase, Circle, and Ripple, […]
