The incoming Trump administration’s crypto regulations and the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy path remain the biggest factors influencing Bitcoin’s price trajectory.
In a move to bolster its presence in the European market, Backpack Exchange, a crypto trading platform established by former employees of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX and Alameda Research, has acquired the European entity of the defunct FTX exchange for $32.7 million. As earlier reported by Bloomberg, this acquisition aims to expand Backpack’s derivatives offerings in […]
In a potentially major turn for crypto regulation in the US, Rostin Behnam, the Chairman of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has revealed his resignation, effective January 20, with his exit from the commission scheduled for February 7. Behnam Resigns, Leaves Key Regulatory Challenges In Crypto In a statement released Tuesday morning, Behnam […]
Rostin Behnam is stepping down as chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on Jan. 20, calling for stronger crypto oversight and leaving behind a legacy of enforcement.
As the crypto market enters what Bernstein analysts refer to as its “Infinity Age,” a surge of positivity has arisen, especially with Bitcoin (BTC) recovering its momentum and rising toward the $102,000 level at the week’s start. Moreover, the excitement regarding the forthcoming Donald Trump administration in the US has generated fervor in the crypto […]
In a major advancement for the cryptocurrency sector, Gemini Trust, headed by the Winklevoss twins, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has consented to pay $5 million to resolve allegations made by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Gemini Addresses CFTC Claims Of Deception In Bitcoin Futures Launch According to a Bloomberg report, the agreement seeks to […]
European retail investors will likely feel the biggest effect of the MiCA regulations through more stringent data collection and the potential introduction of crypto taxation laws.
"This is even more personal after Gensler's SEC effectively froze our business opportunities here at home for years," the CEO wrote.
While Bitcoin’s (BTC) remarkable rise above $100,000 captured the attention of the financial world in 2024, a different segment of the cryptocurrency landscape is quietly gaining traction: stablecoins. Mainstream financial players such as Visa, PayPal, and Stripe are increasingly investing in stablecoin projects—cryptocurrency tokens designed to maintain a stable value, typically pegged to the US […]
In recent weeks, the crypto industry has been celebrating significant political shifts, with a pro-crypto President-elect and key appointments signaling a potentially favorable environment for digital assets in the United States. As reported by Bloomberg, the landscape seems to be changing, prompting optimism about the future of cryptocurrencies. Trump Administration Appointments Signal New Era For […]
Do Kwon, the South Korean entrepreneur behind the failed cryptocurrencies TerraUSD and Luna, is set to appear in a Manhattan federal court on Thursday, facing serious criminal fraud charges. This follows his recent extradition from Montenegro, where he had been detained for over a year after attempting to use falsified travel documents at the country’s […]
The Indonesian government is reportedly racing to finalize the authority transfer to oversee the crypto industry from the Commodity Futures Trading Agency (Bappebti) under the Trade Ministry to the Financial Services Authority (OJK) ahead of its approaching deadline. Related Reading: Montenegro Extradites Do Kwon: Authorities Hand Terra Founder Over To The FBI Indonesia’s Crypto Oversight […]
The approval makes Binance the first crypto exchange to have a broker-dealer license in Brazil.
A Hong Kong legislator has proposed leveraging the “one country, two systems” framework to add Bitcoin to its national reserve for financial stability.
Bitcoin crossed $100K, marking a bullish year. Still, legal battles, regulatory crackdowns and poor decisions tested the industry.
Although the US dollar has lost over 90% of its value since 1913, it continues to dominate all other fiat currencies as a store of value.
The lawsuit alleges that the IRS’ latest rulemaking exceeds the agencies’ statutory authority and violates the Administrative Procedure Act.
As Bitcoin (BTC) hovers around $92,000 and the critical $100,000 resistance level, the cryptocurrency market is rife with speculation about its next movements. Prominent crypto analyst Ali Martinez recently outlined potential scenarios for BTC’s future, suggesting that a steep correction may be on the horizon. Crypto Experts Signal Concerns In recent social media posts highlighted […]
In a significant development for the cryptocurrency landscape, the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has finalized regulations that will require decentralized finance (DeFi) brokers to report gross proceeds from digital asset transactions. IRS Classifies DeFi Platforms As Brokers Under the new regulations, which will take effect in 2027, DeFi platforms acting as front-end service providers […]
The regulation is set for implementation on Feb. 25, 2025, enabling the country's crypto service providers to halt "risky" crypto transactions with insufficient user information.
The US tax regulator, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), has restated its stance on cryptocurrency staking, clarifying that rewards generated from staking activities are taxable as soon as they are received. The IRS added that staking rewards do not constitute new property, and are therefore subject to immediate taxation upon generation. IRS Confirms Crypto Staking […]
ASIC sues Binance Australia for misclassification of clients. Interpol targets Hex’s founder with a Red Notice. Tornado Cash updates emerge.
Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, has reiterated her optimistic outlook on Bitcoin (BTC) in a recent interview with Bloomberg, suggesting that significant political and regulatory changes could propel the cryptocurrency to new heights. Bitcoin To Exceed $1 Million By 2030? With the election of Donald Trump, Wood anticipates a surge in private-company acquisitions that […]
Amid yesterday’s crypto market slump, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the first-ever dual Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) index exchange-traded funds (ETFs) from Franklin Templeton and Hashdex. The ETFs are scheduled for launch in January 2025. SEC Approves First Dual Bitcoin-Ethereum Index ETFs For the first time, the US financial regulator has […]
Michael Saylor, co-founder and chairman of business intelligence firm MicroStrategy, has unveiled a comprehensive crypto framework aimed at further integrating Bitcoin and other digital assets into the US economy. Shared via social media on Friday, Saylor’s proposal comes at a time of increasing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies and aims to position the United States as […]
Cryptocurrency traders in Hong Kong now have a choice of seven platforms for buying and selling four cryptocurrencies.
In a potential win for the crypto industry, the Senate Banking Committee has canceled its vote on the reappointment of US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw, known for her critical stance on Bitcoin and other digital assets. This development, reported by FOX Business journalist Eleanor Terrett, means that Crenshaw will not secure […]
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Jodhpur, India, has today clarified the taxation of crypto transactions conducted before the financial year (FY) 2022-2023. According to the ruling, profits from all such transactions will be treated as capital gains. ITAT Gives Clarity On Pre-2022 Crypto Taxation In what is considered a landmark ruling for India’s […]
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released a discussion paper outlining several proposals and inviting public feedback on crypto regulations in the country. Notably, one proposal seeks to ban public crypto offers from non-regulated entities. Cryptocurrency Public Offers Draw The FCA’s Attention According to the FCA, the proposals – detailed in the discussion paper […]
Bitpanda has secured in-principle approval from Dubai’s VARA, paving the way for its entry into UAE’s growing crypto market and advancing its global expansion strategy.