CFTC Wins Case Against Crypto Fund Operators

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a case against Sam Ikkurty, Ravishankar Avadhanam, and Jafia LLC for civil violations of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), specifically involving cryptocurrency investments. The court granted the CFTC’s motion for summary judgment on Monday, finding that the defendants misrepresented the performance of their crypto funds, operated a … Read more

Russian Central Bank Suggests Using Crypto to Counter Western Sanctions

Russia’s central bank has urged businesses to consider various payment solutions, including cryptocurrencies and digital assets, to manage transactions with foreign partners and counter Western sanctions. Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina highlighted that the central bank has softened its stance on the use of cryptocurrencies in international payments. She also mentioned ongoing efforts to … Read more

EU–US Financial Forum Highlights Cooperation on Crypto Regulation

The EU–U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum took place last week, with participants exchanging views on topics of mutual interest as part of their regular financial regulatory dialogue. The dialogue was hosted by the European Commission and the U.S. Department of the Treasury. During the forum, participants discussed digital finance and crypto assets, focusing on regulatory … Read more

Binance US Confident in Legal Battle Against SEC as Case Moves Forward

Binance US responded to the court’s decision to allow the SEC lawsuit to proceed, expressing confidence in its position and criticizing the SEC’s regulatory approach. “We remain confident in our position that the SEC’s case is unsupported by the facts or the law, and that the Commission lacks the very authority it is seeking to … Read more

Indian Crypto Exchange Coindcx Going Global With Bitoasis Acquisition

Indian crypto exchange Coindcx is expanding globally by acquiring the Middle Eastern digital asset platform Bitoasis. This strategic move enhances Coindcx’s presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region while allowing Bitoasis to retain its branding and leadership, signaling a new phase of growth and maturity for both companies. Big Milestone: 2 Market … Read more

US Bitcoin ETFs Record Modest Losses With $13.62M Outflows on Tuesday

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds experienced slight losses on Tuesday, with $13.62 million in outflows recorded. Grayscale’s GBTC was the primary contributor, losing $31.38 million during the trading sessions. Blackrock’s IBIT Secures Top Spot With $14.12M Inflows Amidst ETF Outflows Following inflows on Monday, the 11 spot bitcoin ETFs saw a modest decrease the next … Read more

Polkadot Faces Criticism Over High Spending And Limited Returns In H1 2024

Polkadot’s financial report for the first half of 2024 revealed expenditures of $87 million (11 million DOTs), with $37 million dedicated to marketing efforts. This substantial spending has drawn criticism from the community, who argue that the returns have not justified the costs. At the current rate of expenditure, Polkadot’s funds are projected to last … Read more

Pendle Experiences Significant TVL Drop Amidst Market Expirations And End Of Renzo’s Points Program

Pendle, a prominent DeFi protocol, has seen a dramatic 40% decline in its total locked value (TVL) over the past week. Since Wednesday, users have withdrawn nearly $3 billion, reflecting a noticeable decrease in interest in restaking airdrops. This decline is further compounded by the imminent conclusion of Renzo’s points program at the end of … Read more

Coinbase Prepares To List $LINK Contracts Amid Growing Institutional Interest

Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, has reportedly submitted filings to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to list $LINK contracts under a self-certification model. This move signifies a significant step for the exchange, with the launch scheduled for July 15. Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, submitted filings … Read more

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