In a move to strengthen its compliance framework amidst increasing regulatory scrutiny, OKX has appointed Linda Lacewell as Chief Legal Officer. A seasoned financial regulator with extensive experience […]
Kentucky Withdraws Lawsuit Against Coinbase, Joining Other States in Rolling Back Legal Action
Kentucky has dropped its lawsuit against Coinbase over its staking services, marking the third state to withdraw legal action against the exchange in recent months. This move comes […]
Ripple Case Ends with $50 Million Settlement: A New Chapter for Crypto Regulation
After a lengthy legal battle spanning over three years, Ripple has reached a decisive settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company will pay a […]
Vanuatu Enacts Stringent Crypto Laws: No ‘Light Touch’ Approach
Vanuatu has taken a decisive step forward in regulating the digital asset sector, enacting comprehensive legislation that will hold crypto companies accountable. The Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, […]
Coinbase Rekindles FOIA Lawsuit Against FDIC for Crypto Regulatory Transparency
Coinbase has reignited its fight for greater regulatory transparency from the FDIC. The company’s lawsuit, focused on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests related to past regulatory actions, […]
Ripple Calls for SEC Clarity After Lawsuit, Impacting XRP Price
In a significant move within the crypto sphere, Ripple (XRP) has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to reconsider its regulatory framework following its recent lawsuit. Ripple’s […]
U.S. CFTC Rescinds Advisories on Crypto, Signaling Market Maturity
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has removed two critical crypto advisories aimed at regulating the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market. This action signifies a shift in regulatory […]
SEC Drops High-Profile Crypto Cases, Impacting Future Regulation
The SEC has concluded several high-profile crypto investigations under a directive from former President Trump, altering the regulatory landscape. The decision affects entities like Ripple, and could shape […]
Trump Pardons BitMEX Co-founders, Leaving CZ’s Future Uncertain
On March 28, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump granted full pardons to Arthur Hayes, Benjamin Delo, and Samuel Reed of BitMEX for Bank Secrecy Act violations. However, Changpeng […]
Japan Aims for Tightened Crypto Regulation: Classification as Financial Products
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning significant regulatory changes that could bring cryptocurrencies under the umbrella of financial products rules by 2026. This move aims to align […]
U.S. House to Hold Hearing on Crypto Regulation
The U.S. House of Representatives will hold a public hearing next Wednesday, April 9th, focused on shaping legislation for the digital asset market. The House Financial Services Committee’s […]
Ripple Reaches Settlement with SEC: End of a Major Regulatory Battle
After years of legal battle, Ripple has reached an agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) resolving their longstanding dispute. The company agreed to settle for […]
Senate Repeals Controversial DeFi Rule, IRS Reacts
The U.S. Senate has voted to overturn the controversial DeFi Broker Rule, which required decentralized platforms to collect KYC data. This decision follows a similar resolution passed by […]
Ripple Settlement Ends Legal Battle with SEC
After a prolonged legal battle spanning since December 2020, Ripple’s case against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reached a definitive resolution. The company has agreed […]
BitGo CEO Condemns Galaxy Digital’s Token Sales Practices After $200M Settlement
Mike Belshe, CEO of BitGo, has publicly criticized Galaxy Digital following its $200 million settlement with the New York Attorney General over allegations regarding LUNA-related token sales. He […]