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HTX Withdraws Hong Kong Crypto Exchange Application
The Hong Kong-based subsidiary of HTX, formerly known as Huobi, has withdrawn its application for a virtual asset trading license
Feb 27, 20241 min read


OANDA Opens FCA-Registered Crypto Trading Platform in the UK
U.S.-based forex pioneer OANDA is opening a cryptocurrency trading platform in the UK, registered with the country’s regulator
Feb 26, 20241 min read


Frankfurt to Host New EU Money Laundering Watchdog Tasked With Monitoring Crypto
The European Union has selected Frankfurt, Germany, as the seat for its new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA)
Feb 23, 20241 min read


Crypto Exchange Kraken Files to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Against It
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission didn't allege fraud and stretched the definition of a contract in its lawsuit against Kraken
Feb 23, 20241 min read


Grayscale Files For Privacy ETF With SEC, Zcash Part of Offering
Crypto-focused asset manager Grayscale filed for a privacy-focused exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the US SEC
Feb 22, 20241 min read


Exodus Wallet Exits U.S. Due to Regulatory Challenges
Exodus cites regulatory hurdles for its U.S. exit, highlighting the complex U.S. crypto business environment.
Feb 21, 20241 min read


Hong Kong Issues Guidelines for Crypto Custody Firms
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) released guidelines for firms that seek to provide crypto custody services to their customers
Feb 21, 20241 min read


UK Minister Expects Stablecoin and Staking Legislation Within Six Months
A U.K. minister has signaled a fresh commitment to introduce stablecoin and other crypto-related legislation to the country this year.
Feb 20, 20241 min read


Honduras Financial Regulator Restricts Banks From Dealing in Crypto
The Honduran financial system has slammed the brakes on cryptocurrencies, with the National Banking and Securities Commission
Feb 19, 20241 min read


Virginia Proposes a Mere $17,192 a Year for New Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Commission
Virginia's Subcommittee on General Government proposed allocating a humble $17,192 a year to the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Commission
Feb 19, 20241 min read


Japan Moves Closer to Allowing Venture Capital Firms to Hold Crypto Assets
Japan's cabinet approved a bill that adds crypto to the list of assets the nation's investment funds and venture capital firms can acquire
Feb 19, 20241 min read


Kraken Reportedly Implements New Verification Measures for UK Users’ Self-Custodial Wallets
Kraken has reportedly implemented a requirement for its users in the United Kingdom to verify their self-custodial wallets.
Feb 15, 20241 min read


Indonesia Picks Crypto-Friendly Team in Presidential Election
Former defense minister Prabowo Subianto and his pro-crypto running mate, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, have seemingly come out on top
Feb 15, 20241 min read


Deutsche Börse’s Subsidiary Crypto Finance Gets BaFin License
BaFin, Germany’s financial regulator, has issued four licenses to Crypto Finance, a firm operated by leading stock exchange Deutsche Börse.
Feb 13, 20241 min read


South Korea Plans to Block Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges
South Korea plans to conduct virtual asset exchange inspections to expel ineligible platforms later this year.
Feb 12, 20241 min read


TradeStation to pay $3 million to settle charges from SEC, states over unregistered crypto product
Cryptocurrency platform TradeStation Crypto will pay $3 million to settle charges from the U.S. securities regulator and multiple states
Feb 10, 20241 min read


New York Expands Fraud Case Against Digital Currency Group to $3 Billion
New York Attorney General Letitia James has amplified its civil fraud case against Digital Currency Group (DCG), now saying the company
Feb 10, 20241 min read


South Korea Financial Authorities Probes Crypto Exchange OKX for Alleged Unregistered Operations
South Korea's financial authorities are investigating global crypto exchange OKX for potentially operating illegally within the country
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Crypto Firm Bakkt Warns It Might Not Be Able to Remain in Business
Bakkt, a crypto platform introduced amid great fanfare in 2018 by the owner of the New York Stock Exchange, warned Wednesday that it might
Feb 8, 20241 min read


British Columbia Court Backs Ban on Crypto Mining in Canadian Province
British Columbia’s provincial power utility, B.C Hydro’s, moratorium on crypto mining projects was ruled as reasonable by a provincial
Feb 6, 20241 min read
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