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Blockchain

Deutsche Bank Joins Boerse Stuttgart-Owned Bison as Banking Partner

January 14, 2025 Dan K

Deutsche Bank partners with Bison, Boerse Stuttgart’s crypto platform, ensuring secure euro balances for customers under a multi-banking strategy.

HashKey Group receives in-principle VASP approval from Dubai VARA for crypto services expansion.

Dubai VARA Grants HashKey In-Principle Approval for VASP Application

January 13, 2025 Dan K

Dubai VARA grants HashKey MENA in-principle VASP approval, enabling crypto services expansion and strengthening its global regulatory footprint.

Warning screen from the Singapore Gambling Regulatory Authority about accessing unlicensed gambling platforms.

Singapore Blocks Access to Polymarket Over Unlicensed Gambling Concerns

January 12, 2025 Dan K

Singapore blocks Polymarket, citing the Gambling Control Act 2022, imposing fines and jail for unlicensed gambling. Tighter crypto regulation looms.

FDIC building representing US banking regulation changes

Blender and Sinbad Operators Face US Money Laundering Charges

January 11, 2025 Dan K

US charges three Russians for crypto money laundering via Blender.io and Sinbad.io. Two arrested, one at large; mixers linked to ransomware and thefts.

Kenya's Treasury Secretary discusses cryptocurrency legalization at a press conference.

Kenya Prepares to Legalize Cryptocurrencies

January 11, 2025 Dan K

Kenya plans to legalize cryptocurrencies with regulations to boost blockchain innovation, tackle money laundering, and address IMF concerns.

Taiwan police officers display seized evidence, including safes, cash counters, and mobile phones, during a crackdown on unregistered crypto trading.

Taiwanese Man Arrested for Illicit USDT Trade, First Case Under New AML Laws

January 10, 2025 Dan K

Taiwan’s first AML arrest: Chen sold 400K USDT illegally, profiting NT$800K. Authorities intensify crackdown on unregistered crypto traders under new laws.

Philippine banks collaborating to launch PHPX stablecoin on Hedera blockchain for cross-border remittances and financial inclusion.

Philippine Banks Collaborate to Launch PHPX Stablecoin on Hedera

January 10, 2025 Dan K

Philippine banks are launching PHPX stablecoin on Hedera for real-time remittances, aiming to streamline cross-border payments and boost financial inclusion.

Bryan Steil speaking at a congressional hearing about cryptocurrency regulations.

Wisconsin Lawmaker Bryan Steil to Chair US House Digital Assets Subcommittee

January 9, 2025 Dan K

U.S. retains $6.5B in seized Silk Road Bitcoin as DOJ denies sale rumors, with no evidence of liquidation despite reports of federal approval.

Rowland Marcus Andrade, AML Bitcoin creator, found guilty in California court for wire fraud and money laundering.

U.S. Retains $6.5B in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin Amid Sale Rumors

January 9, 2025 Dan K

U.S. retains $6.5B in seized Silk Road Bitcoin as DOJ denies rumors of liquidation despite reports of a federal ruling authorizing the sale.

Kazakhstan Shuts Down 36 Illegal Crypto Exchanges in 2024 Crackdown

January 8, 2025 Dan K

Kazakhstan closed 36 illegal crypto exchanges in 2024, confiscating $112M in assets as part of its Anti-Money Laundering drive and digital tenge rollout.