DeFi regulation has become a contentious topic among regulatory bodies worldwide. The emergence of decentralized finance protocols has raised concerns regarding the potential risks and vulnerabilities associated with these systems. However, a recent paper authored by Rebecca Rettig, Katja Gilman, and Michael Mosier proposes a unique strategy to address these concerns by classifying truly decentralized
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The increasing popularity of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has hit Hong Kong, as Harvest Fund Management’s Hong Kong branch recently applied for a spot Bitcoin ETF with local regulators. This move aligns with Hong Kong’s efforts to establish its first wave of spot crypto ETFs, which are expected to revolutionize the digital asset investment
The United States Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) recently released a report revealing concerning statistics about the retail communications concerning cryptocurrencies. The report stated that around 70% of these communications violate FINRA’s rule of misleading claims. This article analyzes the findings from the report and highlights the areas of concern. In November 2022, FINRA launched
Cryptocurrency security firm CertiK, known for its expertise in auditing blockchain networks and smart contracts, is grappling with a surge of fraudulent activities. Scammers are exploiting CertiK’s brand and targeting users, deceiving them with false certifications and impersonating company personnel. In this article, we will delve into the challenges faced by CertiK and the measures
In a landmark case, Mark Scott, a former partner at the prominent U.S. law firm Locke Lord, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme. The scheme, which involved the OneCoin cryptocurrency, was valued at a staggering $400 million. Manhattan federal prosecutors announced the sentencing on Thursday,
Last month, Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, the founder of the popular crypto exchange Binance, faced a significant setback when a federal judge denied his request to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This decision has put a halt to CZ’s plans, as he proposed using his substantial $4.5 billion stake in Binance
Bitcoin miner Core Scientific has successfully completed its reorganization process and is now emerging from Chapter 11 with a significantly improved financial position. The company’s recent reorganization plan has led to a remarkable $400 million reduction in debt, achieved through the conversion of debt from equipment lenders and convertible note holders into equity. This debt
On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fell victim to a security breach that compromised the agency’s @SECGov X account. This breach allowed an unauthorized party to post false information regarding the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. In a recently released statement, an SEC spokesperson disclosed that multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have made a powerful entrance into the market, accumulating a significant amount of bitcoins in just six days of trading. As volumes increased, the assets under management (AUM) soared to over $3.96 billion. This article explores the impressive growth of these ETFs and provides an analysis of the top players in
The perception and use of digital assets, particularly Bitcoin, stablecoins, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), are undergoing a paradigm shift that may have far-reaching implications for the global dominance of the U.S. dollar. In a recent publication, Andrew Peel, the Head of Digital Assets at Morgan Stanley, warns that this shift could challenge the
The digital asset economy has experienced significant setbacks in the past year. It has been plagued by increasing interest rates, regulatory actions, financial insolvencies, and instances of fraud. Even the world’s second-largest stablecoin, USDC, has not been immune to these forces. The total circulating supply of USDC has declined from approximately $45 billion to about
Metamask, a popular Ethereum wallet, recently introduced Validator Staking support on its platform. This feature allows users to stake their tokens and participate in the Ethereum network by becoming validators. However, there are both advantages and disadvantages to consider before diving into the world of staking with Metamask. One of the major benefits of staking
Bitcoin, the world’s leading cryptocurrency, has recently experienced a 6% decrease in its price. Many have attributed this drop to the market impact of the newly approved spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). However, Jurrien Timmer, Fidelity’s Director of Global Macro, believes that this sell-off is just a short-term phenomenon rather than a long-term trend reversal.
Bitcoin’s recent decline following the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs has not had the anticipated positive influence on its price. In contrast, Ethereum has seen a significant rise in price dominance against Bitcoin, with a notable increase over the past week alone. This increase in dominance is accompanied by a surge in new Ethereum addresses