Gary Gensler teases details of SEC’s $5 billion take from enforcement actions, shades crypto
Gensler revealed that the SEC took 780 enforcement actions, including 500 standalone cases, and distributed $930 million to harmed investors. Go to Source
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Bitfinex Securities announces tokenized bond
Paolo Ardoino, Bitfinex CTO and upcoming Tether CEO, said the “exciting” initiative marks the beginning of a new era in capital raising. Go to Source
85% of crypto rug pulls in Q3 didn’t report audits: Hacken
A cryptocurrency rug pull is one of the simplest scams to prevent, according to the blockchain security auditor Hacken. Go to Source
Privacy firm Nym launches $300M fund, eyes Web3 wallets, RPCs & infrastructure services
The blockchain security firm will look to support open-source projects building security and privacy tools and services for Web3. Go to Source
Tracking stolen crypto — How blockchain analysis helps recover funds
Over $900 million was hacked in crypto in 2023. How can blockchain analysis help in finding and retrieving stolen assets? Go to Source
Bitget releases MPC wallet, includes 2/3 private key sharding
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has released a MPC wallet to improve asset security and user experience. Go to Source
MetaMask security partner Blockaid secures $33M funding
In conjunction with the $33 million raise, Blockaid said it’s coming out of stealth with customers like MetaMask and OpenSea. Go to Source
SEC has 3% -14% chance of success in Ripple appeal, lawyers predict
The SEC has already dismissed charges against Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and executive chair Chris Larsen, while the retail XRP sale ruling also went against the regulator. Go to Source
Settlements giant DTTC acquires blockchain infrastructure developer Securrency
Securrency will help DTTC increase its role in developing digital asset clearance options. DTTC settled $2.5 quadrillion worth of securities transactions in 2022. Go to Source
SEC plans scrutiny of crypto dealer-brokers, transfer agents, per 2024 exam guide
The SEC sets examination priorities based on feedback from examiners and input from investors and the industry. Go to Source