Central Bank of Brazil Aims to Finalize Crypto Regulations This Year

The Central Bank of Brazil outlined its crypto regulation calendar, defining a three-phase process for finalizing these tasks in 2024. The bank aims to consult market actors regarding VASPs, establish plans to regulate stablecoins and finalize the rules to welcome VASPs into the country later this year. Central Bank of Brazil to Finalize VASPs and … Read more

Indian Regulator Advocates Multi-Agency Approach for Crypto

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has submitted its recommendations for regulating crypto assets to a government panel. SEBI suggests multiple regulators for different aspects of cryptocurrency trade. India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), however, views crypto as a macroeconomic risk, highlighting concerns about tax evasion and fiscal stability. SEBI … Read more

Andrew Tate Plans to Invest Big in Bitcoin, Leaving Fiat Completely

Andrew Tate, a British-American social media personality and former professional kickboxer, has announced a plan to invest significantly in bitcoin, expressing frustration with banks and their scams. “I’m about to leave fiat completely,” he stressed. “I’m done with the banks. I’m done with their money. Done with the scams.” Andrew Tate Plans to Shift ‘100M’ … Read more

Robinhood Launches Its First Crypto Staking Product

Robinhood has introduced its first-ever crypto staking product, which will be available to European customers. The company has also launched several other new features for European users. “Robinhood Crypto customers can now stake their solana (SOL) holdings directly through the app, allowing them to earn rewards with the flexibility to unstake at any time,” the … Read more

Turkey Prepares New Crypto Law to Align With International Standards

Turkey is preparing to present a new law to regulate crypto assets to Parliament. The legislation, aimed at aligning with international standards and reducing risks associated with crypto transactions, will enforce strict regulations on the licensing and operation of cryptocurrency trading platforms by the Capital Markets Board. It will also ensure the safe custody of … Read more

Billionaire Mark Cuban Warns Gensler’s SEC Crypto Policies Could Cost Biden the Election

Billionaire Mark Cuban has criticized U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler’s handling of crypto regulations, suggesting it could harm Biden’s election chances. “Gensler has not protected a single investor against fraud,” he stressed. “All he has done is make it nearly impossible for legitimate crypto companies to operate.” ‘This Is Also a … Read more

SEC Opposes Coinbase’s Appeal Request in Ongoing Legal Battle

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged a federal court to deny Coinbase’s interlocutory appeal, following a recent court decision that allowed a lawsuit involving the SEC and the cryptocurrency platform to proceed. Last month, Coinbase sought appellate review after failing to get the case dismissed, marking a significant development in the ongoing … Read more

Kenyan President Requests Bitcoin Miner Marathon Digital to Review Nation’s Cryptocurrency Regime

The Kenyan President William Ruto recently revealed that his government has appointed Bitcoin mining company Marathon Digital as its consultant to review its cryptocurrency regime. The U.S.-based Bitcoin miner is reportedly set to discuss electricity usage in cryptocurrency mining with the Kenyan Energy Ministry. Kenya’s Policy Shift Kenyan President William Ruto recently announced that his … Read more

Argentine Lower House Passes Cryptocurrency Legalizing Opportunity in Reintroduced Omnibus Law

The Argentine Chamber of Deputies passed a series of cryptocurrency tax opportunities for citizens holding undeclared assets in foreign countries as part of reintroducing the “Omnibus law.” The bill, which was dropped in February, has now been reintroduced and approved by the lower house and is expected to be discussed by the Senate in the … Read more

SEC Charges Shapeshift With Regulatory Violations, Sparking Debate on Crypto Regulation

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has leveled charges against Shapeshift AG, accusing the company of operating without proper registration. This case has ignited a broader conversation on the regulatory framework for crypto assets, with SEC Commissioners Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda voicing their dissent and concerns about the SEC’s current approach toward crypto … Read more