Changpeng Zhao four-month prison sentence lighter than expected
Prosecutors initially sought to charge the former Binance executive with 36 months. Go to Source
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London’s ‘Joe Rogan’ and crypto advocate Brian Rose makes bid for mayor
The former Wall Street and City of London banker is making his second bid to become mayor of London. Go to Source
The Non-Custodial Conflict: US Government Actions Stir Crypto Community Concerns
Over the past two days, there has been a notable uptick in concern within the crypto community regarding the U.S. government’s actions toward non-custodial wallets, which facilitate the sovereign storage of crypto assets. Recent events have fueled a widespread belief that a targeted campaign against non-custodial wallets is now underway. Debate Over Crypto Wallet Regulation … Read more
Chinese ‘Crypto Dad’ faces government investigation
Yao Qian, the first director of CBDC development at China’s central bank, is reportedly under investigation for suspected law violations. Go to Source
Anti-crypto SEC commissioner’s term is up in 41 days — Will she be replaced?
Caroline Crenshaw may continue to serve at the SEC for an additional 18 months after her term ends in June if the White House doesn’t nominate a replacement. Go to Source
House committee ranking member says a stablecoin bill could be coming soon
House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Maxine Waters said a stablecoin bill “in the short run” was coming amid negotiations with Republican lawmakers and the Senate. Go to Source
Nigeria puts faith in new crypto-friendly regulator
The Nigerian president appointed the new Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair to regulate the capital market, bolster investor confidence and advance economic development. Go to Source
UK plan on digital securities sandbox laid before Parliament
The regulations will take effect on Jan. 8, with the Bank of England and U.K. Financial Conduct Authority operating the sandbox. Go to Source
Majority of UK MPs ‘lack crypto knowledge,’ says industry association
According to CryptoUK, MPs Andrew Griffith and Lisa Cameron were among the top crypto proponents in the U.K. government. Go to Source
Which world leaders have made big promises on crypto?
From Nayib Bukele to Donald Trump, many current and former heads of state across the globe have used crypto and blockchain as political tools. Go to Source