ARK, 21Shares update spot Bitcoin ETF application as next SEC deadline looms
The latest update is the third amendment to the Bitcoin ETF prospectus by ARK and 21Shares after the firms first filed for a spot Bitcoin ETF in April 2023. Go to Source
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Tether freezes $225M USDT linked to romance scammers amid DOJ investigation
The stablecoin issuer reported the illicit funds had been used by a Southeast Asia-based crime syndicate responsible for a “pig butchering” romance scam. Go to Source
Who is Mira Murati, OpenAI’s interim CEO?
OpenAI’s new interim CEO is considered a “product person” who supports regulatory oversight of artificial intelligence. Go to Source
Bitcoin fees skyrocket on ETF hype
The Bitcoin blockchain reached $11.6 million in fees paid on Nov. 16. The average transaction fee is up 746% from a year ago. Go to Source
Sushi to test Bitcoin swaps and Opyn DeFi protocol founders cave to CFTC pressure: Finance Redefined
Sushi is set to test Bitcoin swaps on 30 different blockchains using the interpretability protocol ZetaChain. Go to Source
Public needs to know blockchain use cases, AI needs regulation now — Andrew Yang
The former presidential candidate spoke at NABS about opportunities the United States may be missing to blockchain and AI for public good. Go to Source
US House Financial Services subcommittee looks for answers on crypto and crime
Reports on crypto funding terrorism and blockchain forensics were confusing, but everyone agreed on the need for collaboration and regulation. Go to Source
Tornado Cash users file appeal over judgment in favor of US Treasury
The six individuals, supported by crypto exchange Coinbase, have taken a case involving the U.S. Treasury sanctioning Tornado Cash to federal appellate court. Go to Source
APEC finance ministers to share perspectives on crypto at meeting in San Francisco
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she is looking forward to hearing from the finance ministers of some of the world’s most crypto-forward countries. Go to Source
Crypto advocacy group pushes back against proposed IRS rules on brokers
The Blockchain Association claimed the U.S. Treasury overstepped its authority in proposing crypto tax rules difficult or impossible to follow by many in the space. Go to Source