Coinbase recently made headlines when it announced its decision to add Bonk (BONK), a Solana network token, to its list of tradable assets. This move marked a significant addition to Coinbase’s offerings, which already include memecoins like Shiba Inu and Dogecoin. Despite being a memecoin, BONK has managed to secure a position among the top
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Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has unveiled a reorganization plan that estimates users of its Gemini Earn platform will only recover between 61% and 100% of the value of their pending Earn balance as of January 19, 2023. The plan, disclosed in an update on Gemini’s website, has sparked widespread outrage among users who label it as
The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) recently reached a settlement with cryptocurrency exchange CoinList regarding violations of sanctions related to Russia and Ukraine. Over a two-year period, CoinList processed 989 transactions worth $1.25 million from users residing in Crimea, a disputed region that was annexed by Russia in 2014. OFAC deemed this
Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, experienced a significant decline in its Bitcoin balance during the month of November. According to the latest proof of reserves report, the exchange’s Bitcoin balance dropped by over 23,000 BTC, or roughly 4%. This decline directly correlates with the regulatory issues Binance faced with U.S. authorities. The report
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently added Poloniex, a crypto exchange linked to Justin Sun, to its warning list of companies offering financial services without proper authorization. This move by the financial regulator highlights the need for caution when dealing with Poloniex and raises concerns among UK residents. This article will delve into
The world of cryptocurrency is often shrouded in mystery and secrecy, and Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, is no exception. In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Binance’s newly appointed CEO, Richard Teng, once again refused to reveal the location of the company’s global headquarters. This refusal to disclose
Gemini’s UK branch recently announced a new policy that will limit cryptocurrency transfers exclusively to Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST)-registered Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) starting from November 17th. This decision comes as a result of the Travel Rule regulations, which now mandate VASPs to share sender and receiver information for crypto transactions. In
The U.S. Supreme Court has taken on a significant case involving popular cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase and a dispute with its users over a Dogecoin sweepstakes. The court’s decision to review the matter will have far-reaching implications for the use of arbitration in resolving conflicts between businesses and their customers. This article analyzes the ongoing legal
Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has recently published its shareholder letter for the third quarter of 2023. This article aims to critically analyze the key highlights and financial performance discussed in the letter. Financial Performance In Q3 2023, Coinbase reported a total revenue of $674 million, representing a 5% decrease from the previous
Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced that its retail U.S. traders will now be able to trade crypto futures. This new development comes from its subsidiary, Coinbase Financial Markets. The exchange has stated that advanced users on its platform will have the opportunity to trade the monetary value of 1/100 Bitcoin and
