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
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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
In a significant move to protect consumers and enhance the security of the cryptocurrency market, the Australian federal government plans to introduce new regulations that would require crypto exchanges to obtain a financial services license. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones is set to unveil these long-anticipated rules during the Australian Financial Review Crypto Summit. The aim
The Moscow Stock Exchange is set to revolutionize the real estate investment landscape by introducing a digital financial asset (DFA) specifically tailored for the industry. This innovative development, scheduled for 2024, aims to democratize real estate investments and enable a wider range of investors to participate. Under the leadership of Sergei Kharinov, the director of
Cryptocurrency investment firm Paradigm recently filed an amicus brief in support of Binance’s motion to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) lawsuit against them. This legal document aims to ensure that the SEC’s regulatory actions do not hinder innovation in the crypto industry and disrupt markets beyond the regulator’s jurisdiction. In this article,
Aditya Baradwaj, a former engineer at Alameda Research, has exposed the detrimental effects of lax security practices within the now-defunct company. Surmounting losses nearing $200 million can be attributed to the prioritization of rapid company expansion over crucial risk management protocols by the founder, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). According to Baradwaj, Alameda Research encountered three major
The recent legal actions taken by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Coinbase have garnered support from the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA). NASAA emphasizes that while cryptocurrencies themselves are not inherently fraudulent, the sector has become a breeding ground for fraudulent activities due to the fear of missing out and economic
The recent trial between Alameda Research and FTX has taken an unexpected turn with the testimony of Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison. In her testimony, Ellison revealed that she had committed fraud under the direction of Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the founder of SBF. Ellison confessed that SBF had instructed her to divert billions of dollars
The cryptocurrency exchange UPbit, a major player in the South Korean market, has recently disclosed some alarming statistics regarding hacking attempts. According to data shared by UPbit’s operator, Dunamu, with South Korean politician Rep. Park Seong-jung, there were a staggering 159,061 hacking attempts on the exchange during the first half of this year. This marks
