Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
Upbit, the leading crypto exchange in South Korea, is being investigated by the country’s financial authorities over an alleged violation of Know-Your-Client (KYC) procedures. The probe comes amid the exchange’s license renewal process and a potentia...
by COINS NEWS - 1 week ago
It was late winter 2021, and crypto seemed unstoppable. Every new narrative was primed to pump 5x-10x, and all the major influencers and celebrities were jumping in, proudly showing off their NFTs. Venture capital felt like an endless stream of money...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
The US Attorney’s Office in Manhattan is reportedly shifting its approach to crypto crime enforcement, allocating “fewer resources” to this area following a series of significant convictions, including that of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
So...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has warned the public about two foreign-based crypto companies allegedly misrepresenting themselves as banks. The firms were found to have used the term “bank” when describing their products and services, poten...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin.com - 1 week ago
With a decisive electoral sweep of the presidency and Congress, Trump’s second term could mark a transformative era for bitcoin, crypto, and the broader blockchain industry. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter....
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
A 20-year-old Singaporean, Malone Lam, has requested a “speedy trial” in a US court, following charges of stealing roughly $230 million in cryptocurrency. Lam appeared before a judge in Washington, D.C., to discuss evidence disclosure during the pre-...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin.com - 1 week ago
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning about the misuse of the term “bank” by overseas crypto firms operating in Hong Kong, cautioning the public to verify the legitimacy of such claims. The HKMA observed that two crypto firms,...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
A decentralized finance platform associated with upcoming US president Donald Trump would tie up a deal with a well-known oracle provider.
A strategic partnership is seen by many as an alliance that could play a pivotal role in transforming decentral...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
The Dogecoin price is currently correcting after two weeks of intense price upticks that saw it reach $0.426 for the first time since its massive 2021 bull run. However, as is normal after such a crazy rally, the Dogecoin price now seems to be underg...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin.com - 1 week ago
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Manhattan will scale back its focus on cryptocurrency crimes after securing high-profile convictions, including FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), according to Scott Hartman, co-chief of the securities and commod...
by COINS NEWS - 1 week ago
Coffeezilla just replaced an new investigation into Mr. Beast's crypto dealings. This comes on the heels of SomaXBT's Twitter investigation of Mr. Beast's projects involving cryptocurrency tokens. SomaXBT identifying the wallets Mr....
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin.com - 1 week ago
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former SEC Chair Jay Clayton to a key role, drawing attention to his crypto regulatory legacy and enforcement record. Former SEC Chair Steps Into a Role That Could Redefine Legal Power U.S. President-el...
Bitcoin News / Bitcoin.com - 1 week ago
The DOJ has sentenced the operator of Helix, a cryptocurrency mixer, to prison and ordered the forfeiture of over $400 million in assets tied to money laundering. DOJ Ends Helix’s Reign: Operator Sentenced The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announc...
by COINS NEWS - 1 week ago
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Bitcoin News / Bitcoinist - 1 week ago
As the Polkadot price regains its bullish momentum, a new contender, ETFSwap (ETFS), is capturing attention with a staggering 16,000% growth potential. Analysts are now watching closely, suggesting that the crypto token could soon outshine Polkadot (...