Regulation Archives - Page 26 Of 60

Chris LaCivita, Trump’s co-campaign manager, joins Coinbase’s advisory council to influence crypto regulation and policy decisions.

Coinbase Strengthens Ties with Trump Through Advisory Council Appointment

January 29, 2025 Paulo

Coinbase appoints Trump’s co-campaign manager Chris LaCivita to its advisory council, signaling deeper political ties and a push for favorable crypto regulation.

Czech Central Bank Eyes Holding Up to 5% of Reserves in Bitcoin

January 29, 2025 Paulo

Czech National Bank Governor Aleš Michl plans to propose allocating up to 5% of the bank’s reserves to Bitcoin, a first for a Western central bank.

OpenSea Faces Backlash Over ‘OS2’ Beta Rollout and Airdrop Concerns

January 28, 2025 Paulo

OpenSea’s ‘OS2’ beta rollout draws criticism over Gemesis NFT access and airdrop plans, sparking user frustration over platform priorities.

Arizona Senate Committee Advances Bitcoin Reserve Bill

January 28, 2025 Paulo

Arizona advances a Bitcoin reserve bill, enabling up to 10% of state funds in Bitcoin. If passed, it could make Arizona a leader in crypto strategy.

Antonia Perez Hernandez sentenced in court for her role in Forcount crypto Ponzi scheme

Judge Sentences Forcount Promoter to 30 Months Behind Bars

January 27, 2025 Paulo

Forcount promoter Antonia Perez Hernandez sentenced to 30 months in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, defrauding investors of $8.4M.

Blockchain

Bitpanda Secures MiCA Licence to Expand EU Operations

January 27, 2025 Paulo

Bitpanda earns MiCA licence, streamlining EU crypto operations. The unified regulatory framework boosts investor protection and market growth potential.

House Oversight Committee members discuss debanking claims tied to crypto industry and Operation Chokepoint 2.0.

Oversight Committee Republicans Launch Debanking Investigation

January 26, 2025 Paulo

House Republicans launch a probe into crypto debanking claims, as Democrats call for an investigation into Trump’s memecoin and potential conflicts.

The image shows a visual representation of Ethereum (ETH) and Bit Digital's treasury strategy, highlighting their shift from Bitcoin holdings.

Cathie Wood Credits Crypto Deregulation for ‘Unleashing Animal Spirits’

January 25, 2025 Paulo

Cathie Wood credits crypto deregulation under Trump for sparking market optimism. ARK Invest eyes Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana for growth.

Executives from leading crypto trade groups urge lawmakers to support the CLARITY Act

a16z to Close London Office to Refocus on U.S. Crypto Market

January 24, 2025 Paulo

Andreessen Horowitz shuts London office, pivoting to U.S. crypto market growth amid Trump’s executive order and renewed SEC clarity efforts.

A digital rendering of a Trump-branded virtual world with a metaverse marketplace and NFT trading hub.

Canadian Government Warns of Crypto’s Role in Illicit Opioid Trade

January 24, 2025 Paulo

Canada raises alarms over crypto use in opioid trade, citing darknet platforms and laundering tactics. FINTRAC’s Project Guardian combats illicit financing.