According to former SEC attorney John Reed Stark, the current SEC, led by Chairman Gary Gensler, is facing significant regulatory concerns that make it unlikely for a Bitcoin spot ETF application to be approved. One of the major issues is the ability to prevent fraud and protect investors. Interestingly, Stark observed that the topic of
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Crypto lawyer James Murphy has described the amicus brief filed by six law scholars in support of Coinbase as “devastating” for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This legal document challenges the SEC’s claim that tokens trading on Coinbase are securities. In a post on August 12, Murphy praised the brief for undermining the
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) recently exposed a fraudulent project involving precious metals and digital assets. The CFTC filed a complaint against four individuals and their unincorporated entity, Fundsz, for operating this deceptive scheme. Fundsz and its founders, Rene Larralde, Brian Early, Alisha Ann Kingrey, and Juan Pablo Valcarce, lured over 14,000 customers
Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of stability as it forms two successive Doji candlestick patterns on the weekly charts. Despite the lack of volatility in the market, the price of Bitcoin is managing to sustain above the 20-week exponential moving average, indicating that the bulls are still in control. This article will analyze the current
The blockchain community has witnessed a significant surge in interest and enthusiasm for Toncoin (TON). This digital currency has quickly gained popularity due to its innovative solutions to long-standing problems in decentralized finance. Presently, TON is trading at $1.46, showing an impressive 10.4% increase in the past 24 hours. Coingecko’s data also reveals a remarkable
In the ever-evolving world of blockchain technology, the need for smart contract auditing has become increasingly crucial. Auditing firms play a vital role in ensuring the security, functionality, and integrity of decentralized applications. This article presents an analysis of several prominent smart contract auditing firms that have made significant contributions to the industry. Hashlock, based
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has filed an amicus brief in support of Coinbase’s motion to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit. In her brief, Senator Lummis highlights the ongoing debates in Congress regarding cryptocurrency regulation and argues that the court should dismiss the SEC’s case, allowing Congress to develop balanced regulations. This
Brazilian lawmakers are taking steps towards implementing new tax legislation that would impact cryptocurrencies held overseas. The proposed legislation seeks to address the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies as “financial assets” in foreign investments. This article will delve into the potential implications of this legislation on the cryptocurrency market in Brazil. The amendments to the bill
In the past 24 hours, both Shiba Inu and Pepe have seen an impressive 8% surge, outperforming the wider cryptocurrency market. This comes as the news broke that the SEC has delayed its decision on the Ark Bitcoin ETF, causing a slight decline in the overall market. While this may seem like a setback for
Nansen, a blockchain market intelligence firm, recently published a comprehensive report analyzing the behavior of the earliest whales on Coinbase’s layer 2 blockchain, Base. The report sheds light on how these early adopters are utilizing their funds and provides valuable insights into their investment strategies. According to Nansen’s findings, the early whales predominantly allocated their
The native token of GMX, a decentralized perpetual exchange for trading complex crypto derivatives, is currently facing intense selling pressure. As of August 11, the governance token has experienced a 7% decline in value, resulting in monthly losses of 24%. This significant downturn has brought prices close to $40, which marks a critical support level
Financial markets have always been known for their unpredictable nature, making it challenging for investors to make informed decisions. However, with the rise of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), a new wave of tools is changing the face of trading. One startup that is paving the way in this industry is yPredict, which offers traders
Evernode, a layer 2 smart contract solution developed on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), has recently disclosed the initial details of its upcoming airdrop. This airdrop is specifically intended for XRP holders who meet the eligibility criteria. To participate in the airdrop, XRP holders are required to provide a snapshot of their holdings by the beginning
Art collection has always been about more than just the artwork itself. The artist’s identity and the story behind each piece have traditionally played a significant role. However, with the emergence of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) as a means of attributing provenance to digital objects, the art world has witnessed a paradigm shift. Grails by PROOF,