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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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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Dapper Labs Rocked By SEC’s Explosive Investigation In 2023: Revelations Exposed | Bitcoinist.com

A recent Fortune Magazine report revealed that Dapper Labs, a prominent non-fungible token (NFT) company, was under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) until September 2023.

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Examining The $100M Mango Markets Exploit, Latest Updates From Avraham Eisenberg’s Trial | Bitcoinist.com

In a significant development for the cryptocurrency industry, the trial of Avraham Eisenberg, the accused perpetrator of the $100 million Mango Markets exploit, has commenced in a New York federal court.

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Uniswap Labs Receives Wells Notice From SEC, Founder Vows To Fight Back | Bitcoinist.com

In a significant development that highlights the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) increasing regulatory actions against the cryptocurrency industry, Uniswap Labs, the software development company behind the Uniswap decentralized exchange (DEX), recently received a Wells Notice from the SEC

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US Treasury Takes Aim At Crypto-Linked Illicit Finance: Is An Increased Crackdown On The Horizon? | Bitcoinist.com

In a recent Bloomberg report, it was revealed that the US Treasury Department is urging lawmakers to grant it additional enforcement powers in its fight against foreign providers of cryptocurrency services. The primary objective behind this request is to safeguard national security interests.

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Binance CEO’s Thrilling Revelation Sets New Course For Global Headquarters Strategy | Bitcoinist.com

In a recent interview with CNBC, Binance’s CEO, Richard Teng, addressed the company’s “cultural issues” and its commitment to compliance following a $4.3 billion fine settlement with the US Department of Justice (DOJ).

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Binance Stunned: Bail Application Of Exec Tigran Gambaryan Denied, Nigerian Court Mandates Incarceration | Bitcoinist.com

According to local media reports, Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s Head of Financial Crimes Compliance, has been remanded in custody in Abuja, Nigeria.

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Binance Executive’s Tax Evasion Case In Nigeria Postponed, Hearing Set For April 19 | Bitcoinist.com

In a recent development, a Binance executive detained in Nigeria on tax evasion charges has had his case adjourned until April 19, following his first appearance in court.

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Coinbase Bolsters International Expansion Efforts With Restricted Dealer License In Canada | Bitcoinist.com

US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has obtained a registration license in Canada, signaling its intention to expand internationally amid increasing regulatory scrutiny in the US market, led by the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) ongoing crackdown on the industry.

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