cryptocurrency regulations

Highlighting blockchain technology's transformative impact on global finance and the payment industry, Pratik Gauri, the CEO of 5ire on Monday delved into the global shift towards sustainable digital finance and the unique approaches of countries like the UAE, Nigeria,...

BitGo CEO Mike Belshe expressed on Friday a cautious outlook for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) ETF approvals, anticipating further rejections. In an interview with Bloomberg, Belshe highlighted the evolving regulatory landscape, particularly the concerns of SEC Chair Gary Gensler regarding market...

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva called for faster adoption of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) to improve sluggish and costly cross-border payments at the Singapore FinTech Festival on Wednesday. Georgieva’s Keynote Address Highlights: During her address,...

In a recent U.S. Appeals Court verdict, Craig Wright — who asserts he is the founder of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) — secured a victory in a contentious crypto court case. What Happened: Wright wasn't in a legal partnership with the late David Kleiman when they mined Bitcoin together...

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried on Thursday shed light on his company's controversial practices in his testimony regarding borrowing from assets held as collateral for margin positions in crypto exchange FTX for trading in Alameda Research. Bankman-Fried stated unequivocally, "I...

SEC chief Gary Gensler remains resolute in his belief that many digital currencies fall under existing securities regulations, despite significant resistance from the crypto community. This perspective, which emphasizes that cryptocurrency enterprises are bound by the same guidelines as...

The UK's Economic Secretary to the Treasury Andrew Griffith is voicing concerns over the country's upcoming cryptocurrency advertising regulations, emphasizing the growing rift between the government and regulators concerning digital assets. Griffith's concerns were communicated to...

Renowned crypto analyst Jason Pizzino sounded the alarm for altcoin investors, indicating a potential downturn in Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) value could spell disaster for the broader cryptocurrency market. Pizzino on his YouTube channel noted, “So, it looks like [Bitcoin is] coming...

Stablecoin issuer Tether (CRYPTO: USDT) announced on Friday the appointment of Paolo Ardoino as its CEO, effective from December 2023. He will succeed Jean-Louis van der Velde, who will remain involved in an advisory capacity while maintaining his CEO position at crypto exchange Bitfinex...

U.S. prosecutors have set their sights on two luxury aircraft believed to be associated with  former FTX (CRYPTO: FTT) CEO and founder Sam Bankman-Fried. These jets, although reportedly owned by Bankman-Fried, have never been utilized by the disgraced entrepreneur. This revelation comes...

Jamil Nazarali, CEO of crypto exchange EDX Markets, shared his perspective on the ripple effects caused by the controversy surrounding crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried. In an interview with Benzinga, Nazarali emphasized, "A lot of people in the crypto industry want accountability for all...

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) explained in a letter that existing laws are sufficient to charge disgraced FTX (CRYPTO: FTT) founder Sam Bankman-Fried for his alleged involvement in fraudulent activities. The DOJ's letter to Judge Lewis Kaplan highlighted the defendant's request...

Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) Singapore has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This follows their initial in-principal approval and allows them to offer Digital Payment Token services in Singapore. Singapore has become a significant locale...

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has taken stringent action against three decentralized finance (DeFi) firms. This latest development comes as the world of digital assets continues to draw attention, a focus that will also be explored in the upcoming Benzinga's Future of...

JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE: JPM) anticipates that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may simultaneously greenlight multiple spot Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This prediction comes in light of the SEC's recent interactions with Grayscale Investments, a...