The arrest of the founders of Samourai Wallet led to widespread concerns in the crypto community that the U.S. government was attempting to crack down on the industry
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Tether responds to US lawmakers’ calls for DOJ action
Tether has reacted to lawmakers’ requests for DOJ action over its stablecoin use, claiming it wants to be a “world class partner to the U.S.”
DOJ unveils extensive monitorship over Binance operations
Binance’s new compliance obligations include cooperation to grant U.S. authorities access to all documents, records and resources upon request.
Why Binance’s US plea deal could be positive for crypto adoption
Is the settlement further indication that the crypto industry’s Wild West era is winding down, with a new epoch marked by regulation and taxation beginning?
What’s next for Binance’s Changpeng “CZ” Zhao
According to the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, CZ could receive a 12-18 month sentence, but the Department of Justice is willing to fight for a longer term.
Kraken co-founder hails ‘more fair’ playing field as DOJ fines Binance
Jesse Powell sees CZ’s and Binance’s legal proceedings as a positive change, as “going after the most egregious offenders offshore would require effort.”
Is Binance’s $4B settlement the green light for spot Bitcoin ETFs?
One crypto executive predicted five months ago that spot Bitcoin ETFs would only be approved after Binance lost ground on its market dominance.
No ‘mass exodus of funds’ following Binance-DOJ settlement — Nansen
Roughly 24 hours following the announcement of a settlement with U.S. officials, Nansen reported Binance’s total holdings increased to more than $65 billion.
New Binance CEO Richard Teng pitches ‘very strong’ foundation to skeptics
Teng’s tenure will focus on three aspects of the business as the CEO — reinstating investor confidence, collaborating with regulators and driving Web3 adoption, he said.
Binance, CZ settlement with US DOJ ‘bullish for Bitcoin ETF,’ crypto community says
Many on Twitter compared the Binance settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice to the deal with BitMEX crypto exchange, whose then-CEO was also forced to step down.