Tag: Cryptocurrencies
New York Considering Bill to Accept Crypto Payments for Public Services
Reading time: < 1 minuteA bill introduced in the New York State Assembly proposes allowing state agencies to accept Bitcoin and cryptocurrency payments, signaling a potential shift in the state’s stance on digital transactions.
Hong Kong Regulator Allows Haskhey to Offer Crypto Staking Services
Reading time: < 1 minuteOn April 10, HashKey Exchange received approval from the SFC, becoming one of the first exchanges in Hong Kong authorized to offer staking services.
Trump Signs Resolution Overturning IRS Crypto Broker Rule
Reading time: < 1 minutePresident Donald Trump has signed legislation overturning an IRS rule that would have required decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms to report crypto transactions and collect customer data.
SEC Issues Guidance on Application of Federal Securities Laws in Crypto Market
Reading time: < 1 minuteThe US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a statement via its Division of Corporation Finance to clarify how federal securities laws apply to the crypto asset market.
EU Markets Regulator Warns Crypto Pose Risk to Financial Stability
Reading time: < 1 minuteThe European Union’s securities watchdog warned that challenges in the cryptocurrency industry could pose future risks to financial stability as the sector expands and its connections with traditional financial markets deepen.
BlackRock to Offer Custody Services Through Anchorage Digital Association
Reading time: < 1 minuteOn April 8, Anchorage Digital announced its selection as the newest digital asset service provider for BlackRock, marking a significant expansion of their relationship with the world’s largest asset manager.
Former Binance CEO Appointed Advisor by Pakistan’s Crypto Council
Reading time: < 1 minuteFormer Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao has been appointed as a strategic advisor to Pakistan on Web3 and blockchain technology.
SEC Approves Galaxy Digital’s Listing on Nasdaq
Reading time: < 1 minuteGalaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. is nearing a listing on the Nasdaq exchange, pending a shareholder vote in May.
Brazil Court Authorizes Crypto Seizure
Reading time: < 1 minuteBrazil’s Superior Court of Justice has ruled that judges can now authorize the seizure of cryptocurrency assets from individuals defaulting on financial obligations.
CFPB to See Reduced Role in Crypto Regulations
Reading time: < 1 minuteThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is anticipated to have a diminished role in cryptocurrency regulation.
