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HashFlare co-founders Sergei Potapenko and Ivan Turogin in a courtroom, facing wire fraud charges.

Co-Founders of HashFlare Accept Wire FraudPlea Bargain with US

February 12, 2025 Dan K

HashFlare co-founders pleaded guilty to wire fraud in the US, agreeing to forfeit frozen digital assets. They face up to 20 years in prison after sentencing.

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Binance Denies ‘Special Relationship’ With Hamas, Seeks Lawsuit Dismissal

January 30, 2025 Dan K

Binance denies ties to Hamas in a US lawsuit, arguing crypto is “not inherently dangerous.” A judge has yet to rule on the dismissal motion.

Cathie Wood speaks at a financial event, emphasizing deregulation's role in cryptocurrency growth.

Cathie Wood Credits Crypto Deregulation for ‘Unleashing Animal Spirits’

January 25, 2025 Dan K

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

Donald Trump being sworn in as President of the United States with his hand on the Bible.

Donald Trump Appoints Caroline Pham as Acting CFTC Chair

January 20, 2025 Dan K

Donald Trump appoints Caroline Pham as Acting CFTC Chair, signaling potential shifts in crypto regulation and financial oversight in the US.

Senator Tim Scott speaking at a press conference about cryptocurrency regulation and financial policies in 2025.

US Senate Banking Committee Chair Prioritizes Crypto Framework

January 15, 2025 Dan K

US Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott aims to establish a crypto framework, fostering financial inclusion and oversight for digital assets in 2025.

Graphic representing cryptocurrency mixers Blender.io and Sinbad.io under US legal scrutiny.

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.