US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Charles Grassley have initiated a formal request for a detailed account of interactions between Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Rostin Behnam and disgraced crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). The request, made through a letter dated April 12, aims to shed light on potential regulatory failures in light of Bankman-Fried’s
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In a recent development, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the US Department of the Treasury has commended crypto exchange Coinbase for its substantial contributions to major criminal investigations. This acknowledgment signifies the pivotal role played by Coinbase in aiding law enforcement efforts through its compliance and reporting practices. The acknowledgment from FinCEN comes
A Nigerian High Court in Abuja has ordered that the detained Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan be remanded in prison following the postponement of his bail hearing. Gambaryan, a US citizen, pleaded not guilty to money laundering charges earlier today and will remain in custody until his bail hearing on April 18. The trial will commence
The recent decision by the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX to sell its Solana holdings at a significant discount to crypto venture firms has sparked strong disapproval from creditors. Reports have emerged that FTX sold 30 million SOL at a rate of $64 each to VC firms such as Pantera Capital and Galaxy Trading, representing a
The recent court hearing in Nigeria involving cryptocurrency exchange Binance revealed a significant lack of legal representation for the company. While the compliance chief, Tigran Gambaryan, was present at the hearing, no official legal team from Binance was in attendance. This raised concerns about the company’s preparedness to address the criminal charges it is facing
The recent legal challenges faced by KuCoin with US authorities have had a significant impact on user assets on the platform. The exchange’s latest proof-of-reserve certificate revealed a noticeable decline in user holdings, with Bitcoin decreasing by 25.4%, Ethereum by approximately 22%, and Tether’s USDT by about 22%. This decline is further supported by data
In a recent interview with Fortune, Coinbase CFO Alesia Haas made a bold statement by asserting that Ethereum (ETH) should not be classified as a security. Haas highlighted the previous positions of both the SEC and the CFTC, emphasizing the lack of regulatory clarity surrounding cryptocurrencies in the US as the root of the classification
CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham recently made remarks indicating that the charges brought against KuCoin by her agency could potentially encroach on the jurisdictional responsibilities of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). While Pham praised the Division of Enforcement for taking what she described as an “aggressive enforcement action,” she expressed reservations about certain aspects of
The US and UK governments have initiated a collaborative investigation into cryptocurrency transactions exceeding $20 billion that are suspected of violating Russian sanctions. Bloomberg News reported on March 28 that these transactions, believed to have been channeled through the Russia-based crypto exchange Garantex, are allegedly aimed at bypassing international sanctions in order to potentially finance
In recent days, KuCoin, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has faced a significant surge in withdrawal requests following the announcement of criminal charges by US authorities. Various on-chain analytics firms, such as DefiLlama, Nansen, and SpotOnChain, have reported a sharp increase in withdrawals across different categories of traders, including whales, funds, smart money, and market makers.
KuCoin CEO Johnny Lyu recently addressed the US criminal charges against the exchange, stating that they will not impact the platform’s operational stability. He reassured users that their funds are secure and that timely updates will be provided. The exchange’s official statement reiterated the safety of funds and mentioned that lawyers are investigating the allegations.
In a recent turn of events, Nadeem Anjarwalla, an executive of Binance who was detained by Nigerian authorities, has managed to escape custody. This development comes amidst a backdrop of tension between Nigeria and Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange with regards to alleged tax evasion and fraud charges. Nadeem Anjarwalla, who holds dual citizenship from
The recent EU anti-money laundering regulations have ignited a fierce debate about the delicate balance between combating financial crime and upholding citizens’ rights to privacy and economic freedom. Stakeholders from various sectors have expressed both criticism and support for these new laws. The article in question, which initially highlighted the illegality of anonymous crypto wallets
Crypto exchange Binance recently announced its decision to end support for Tron network-based USD Coin (USDC) stablecoins by April 5. This move came following the news that Circle, the company behind USDC, is pulling out of the Tron blockchain entirely. Users on the Binance platform now have less than two weeks to either withdraw their