Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin Accuses SEC of Stifling Innovation Like Ethereum
Joseph Lubin, the co-founder of Ethereum and CEO of Consensys, has spoken out against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He alleged that the regulator is intentionally hindering innovation in the cryptocurrency industry to protect the existing financial landscape. In a candid discussion at FT Live’s Crypto and Digital Asset Summit in London shared …...
Binance Fires Employee Who Discovered Evidence of DWF Labs Market Manipulation
The Wall Street Journal has reported that cryptocurrency exchange Binance fired a member of its market surveillance team who had uncovered evidence of market manipulation by DWF Labs, a high-profile client. Key points: According to interviews with current and former Binance employees, documents, emails, and other industry participants, the market surveillance team had been tasked …...
Donald Trump Pledges to Accept Crypto Donations for Presidential Campaign
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to accept campaign donations in crypto. The speech came during a gathering organized by Trump to meet and dine with buyers of his “Mugshot Edition” non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on his day off from trial. Key points: Frank Degods, a prominent NFT creator and influencer, shared the …...
FTX Reveals Plan to Reimburse Creditors, Most Will Receive 118% of Claims
The cryptocurrency exchange FTX has announced a reorganization plan that aims to fully compensate its creditors. Surprisingly, most creditors stand to gain more than they initially lost. In a late Tuesday court filing, FTX estimated its debt to creditors to be around $11.2 billion. However, it has managed to secure between $14.5 billion and $16.3 …...
🥛 FTX Creditors Rejoice❓
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🥛 The ‘War on DeFi’ continues ⚔️
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Donald Trump’s Potential Return Could Boost Bitcoin: Standard Chartered
In a recent research report, Standard Chartered, a prominent investment bank, highlighted the growing risk of U.S. fiscal dominance and its potential impact on the cryptocurrency market. The report suggests that the monetization of government debt by the Federal Reserve could drive investors towards alternative assets, such as cryptocurrencies. Key points: According to Geoff Kendrick, …...
Robinhood To Prevail Against SEC Despite Wells Notice: KBW
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent issuance of a Wells Notice to Robinhood (HOOD) has taken analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods (KBW) by surprise. KBW released a research report on Monday, highlighting Robinhood’s conservative approach to digital asset listings. Key points: According to the KBW report, Robinhood distinguishes itself from its competitors by …...
Crypto Investment Products Record $251M in Outflows for Fourth Straight Week
The crypto investment landscape experienced a turbulent week, with outflows persisting for the fourth week in a row. The outflow amounted to a substantial $251 million. According to a report by CoinShares, this week marked the first instance of measurable outflows from the recently launched ETFs in the United States, which saw a significant $156 …...
Australia’s Tax Office Demands Data on 1.2 Million Crypto Accounts: Report
Australia’s Taxation Office (ATO) has issued a notice to crypto exchanges. According to Reuters, the ATO has requested the personal data and transaction details of up to 1.2 million accounts. This move is part of its efforts to crack down on users who may be evading their tax obligations. Key points: The ATO aims to …...