Amidst the backdrop of the Web3Fest in Switzerland’s “Crypto Valley,” STORM Partners, a blockchain services provider, made waves with a groundbreaking announcement. Alongside prominent projects like Cardano (ADA), MultiversX, and others, the company introduced “Lightningbox,” a revolutionary Web3 Sandbox that aims to revolutionize the adoption of blockchain technology in Europe. The primary goal of the
The IOTA Foundation’s Web3 Identification Solution has been selected to participate in the European Blockchain Sandbox program, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of Know-Your-Customer (KYC) procedures and privacy within the Web3 space. This decision is a crucial step in driving conversations around regulatory considerations regarding KYC and privacy, especially as decentralized finance (DeFi)
Coinbase recently expressed its objection to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) $2.6 billion budget request for the 2025 fiscal year. In a statement to CryptoSlate, a representative from Coinbase criticized the SEC’s focus on enforcement rather than creating meaningful regulations for the crypto industry. The exchange highlighted the lack of clarity in regulatory guidelines
The European Banking Authority (EBA) recently released detailed guidelines pertaining to recovery plans for issuers of asset-referenced tokens (ARTs) and e-money tokens (EMTs) as part of the broader Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. ARTs are digital tokens that are backed by assets such as commodities, real estate, or a diversified basket of assets. On the
In a hearing before the Senate Committee on Appropriations, CFTC chair Rostin Behnam addressed the agency’s readiness to take on additional responsibilities in the crypto market. Despite concerns that the agency would be overwhelmed, Behnam firmly stated that the CFTC is equipped to handle the regulation of crypto commodities. He emphasized the existing gap in
The Bitcoin market is currently experiencing a shift in dynamics, with a new wave of short-term traders entering the scene alongside veteran holders who remain steadfast in their beliefs. The influx of short-term investors is driven by the emergence of Spot Bitcoin ETFs, allowing easy access to Bitcoin as a financial instrument. These new investors
Recently, Terraform Labs reached a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding fraudulent activities related to the defunct Terra blockchain. The crypto firm has agreed to pay a staggering $4.47 billion fine as part of the settlement. This fine encompasses various components, such as disgorgement, prejudgment interest, and a civil penalty, all of