US lawmaker asks Congress to treat Binance exec in Nigeria as a ‘hostage’
Rep. Rich McCormick called on the US government to formally declare Tigran Gambaryan as a hostage if his criminal case in Nigeria was not resolved by mid-July. Go to Source
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Supreme Court ruling ‘changes the game’ for US crypto firms
The high court’s decision further bolsters the argument “that Congress, not an agency, should decide if — and how — to regulate Web3.” Go to Source
US lawmakers meet with crypto advocates in DC roundtable
Anita Dunn, a senior adviser to Joe Biden, attended the roundtable in her personal capacity amid reports the US President was considering changing his position on crypto. Go to Source
Chamber of Progress says Biden can ‘still win’ on crypto against Trump
According to the advocacy group, the US President still has an opportunity to counter Donald Trump’s “change of heart on cryptocurrency” by supporting regulation. Go to Source
UK crypto advocates call for consistent policy after Labour landslide
At least one industry leader suggested that crypto policy in the United Kingdom would be “business as usual” despite the change in government. Go to Source
UK exit poll suggests Labour Party victory, next PM Keir Starmer
According to a BBC exit poll after a July 4 general election, Labour was set to oust the Conservatives for the first time in 14 years. Go to Source
Microsoft, Google, Nvidia and more filed SEC warnings that AI could ruin business
The reasons ranged from cannibalizing their own businesses to releasing potentially inferior products. Go to Source
South Korean government to launch crypto transaction monitoring system
Crypto exchanges subject to a new South Korean law have implemented a system allowing authorities to receive reports on suspicious transactions. Go to Source
Are politicians using crypto to influence the US elections?
In a fraught election year, crypto-user demographics are aligning with those of highly sought “swing voters,” says a TCU researcher. Go to Source
DOJ Selects Coinbase to Provide Crypto Services to US Marshals Service
The Department of Justice (DOJ)’s U.S. Marshals Service has selected crypto exchange Coinbase to provide crypto custody and trading services. The U.S. government’s contract, valued at over $32 million, aims to streamline the management and disposal of seized cryptocurrencies, ensuring professional and lawful handling. Coinbase Wins $32M Contract With US Marshals Service Crypto exchange Coinbase … Read more