Legal Clash Erupts: 2 Crypto Companies Sue US SEC Over Controversial ‘Dealer’ Rule | Bitcoinist.com

Two prominent crypto industry groups, the Blockchain Association and the Crypto Freedom Alliance (CFAT) of Texas, have filed a lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to contest a newly implemented rule expanding the definition of a “dealer” in securities.

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Terraform Labs And Do Kwon Face $5.3B Penalties In SEC Fraud Case | Bitcoinist.com

In a significant development in the ongoing legal battle between the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Terraform Labs, a jury has found the blockchain protocol and its co-founder Do Kwon liable for civil fraud over the crash of the Terra ecosystem in 2022.

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Philippines SEC Orders Binance’s Removal From Google And Apple App Stores, Report | Bitcoinist.com

The Philippines’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stepped up its ongoing regulatory crackdown, ordering Google and Apple to remove Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, from their respective app stores.

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SEC Vs Justin Sun Case Update: Regulator Provides Additional Information In Lawsuit Against Tron Founder | Bitcoinist.com

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed new court documents in its ongoing lawsuit against Justin Sun, the founder of the TRON blockchain, and the companies allegedly owned and controlled by him.

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Binance CEO Vows Cooperation With Nigerian Authorities In $35M Money Laundering Case | Bitcoinist.com

In a recent development, Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, has confirmed the company’s close cooperation with Nigerian authorities following the detention of its head of financial crime compliance, Tigran Gambaryan.

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Mango Markets Exploiter Avraham Eisenberg Convicted In $110M Crypto Fraud | Bitcoinist.com

Crypto trader Avraham “Avi” Eisenberg was found guilty by a Manhattan jury in October 2022 of orchestrating a $110 million fraud scheme targeting the decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol, Mango Markets.

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Crypto-Linked Money-Laundering Scheme Worth $230M Uncovered In Hong Kong | Bitcoinist.com

According to a South China Morning Post report, Hong Kong customs officers have apprehended three individuals in connection with a massive HK$1.8 billion ($228 million) money-laundering operation that exploited a crypto platform and bank accounts associated with shell companies.

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Regulatory Victory: Binance Awarded Full Virtual Asset Service Provider License In Dubai | Bitcoinist.com

Dubai, known for its forward-thinking approach and embracing the potential of blockchain technology, has granted Binance’s Dubai entity, Binance FZE, a full Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license.

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Binance’s $4.3 Billion Settlement Faces DOJ Scrutiny Over FTX Ties In Monitorship Decision | Bitcoinist.com

In recent developments, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) has been reevaluating its choice of law firm to oversee the cryptocurrency exchange Binance as an independent monitor. 
The decision concerns the firm’s previous work for the now-bankrupt FTX exchange. The monitorships were part of the $4.

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Hong Kong Bitcoin ETFs Expected To Lag Behind US Market With Meager $500M Inflows, Expert | Bitcoinist.com

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has granted official approval for spot Ethereum and Bitcoin ETFs, signifying a major milestone for the crypto market in the region.

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New UK Legislation To Govern Crypto Staking, Trading, By Mid-2024: What You Need To Know | Bitcoinist.com

The United Kingdom is poised to enact new legislation covering stablecoins and various crypto activities, including staking, trading, and custody.

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