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US Senate votes to overturn SEC rule, allowing regulated firms to hold Bitcoin

60-38 in the Senate voted in favour of overturning the SEC rule. Bipartisan support signals a potential shift in crypto regulation. Presidential veto possible. In a landmark decision, the US Senate has voted to overturn a key Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule that barred regulated financial firms from holding Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The […]

UK authorises police to seize illicit crypto without arrests

UK police now have powers to seize, freeze or destroy criminal crypto holdings. It follows new legislation that comes into effect today, April 26, 2024. Reforms to help UK’s national security, said Home Secretary James Cleverly. Law enforcement officials in the United Kingdom can now seize, freeze or destroy crypto assets deemed to be illicit […]

Three major UK banks experimenting with tokenised deposits amid ‘Britcoin’ uncertainty

Barclays, Lloyds, and Citi banks experimenting with tokenised deposits. The trial aims to explore digital banking potential amidst the uncertain future of ‘Britcoin’. BIS’s Agora project and UK government support reflect the global push for advanced financial systems. In a bid to explore innovative financial technologies, three major British banks — Barclays, Lloyds Banking Group, […]

Crypto Trader Eisenberg’s $110M Fraud Trial to Put DeFi Under Microscope

In court on Monday, prosecutors and defense teased upcoming testimony from Mango’s founder, Dafydd Durairaj. He spoke with a ransomware negotiator for assistance in the wake of Eisenberg’s trade, prosecutors said. This fact, they argued, could help the jury understand that Durairaj did not view the negotiations as an “arm’s-length” deal between two parties, but […]

Cryptocurrencies to watch in April: Dogecoin, Cardano and RebelSatoshi

The cryptocurrency market continues to evolve rapidly, offering a vast selection of digital assets for investors of all stripes.  Whether you’re a seasoned crypto enthusiast or a curious newcomer, navigating this ever-expanding landscape can be daunting.  Here we delve into April’s hottest cryptocurrencies: Dogecoin (DOGE), Cardano (ADA), and the rebellious newcomer, Rebel Satoshi. Dogecoin (DOGE): […]

Crypto Does Not Have an Illicit Finance Problem, Bad Actors Do

While Senators weigh the merits of Adeyemo’s important testimony, they should also weigh the consequences of more than five years of U.S. policy inaction in regulating the very wayward corners of the crypto industry that pose the greatest threats to consumers, markets and, indeed, national security. U.S. policymakers and regulators, from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, […]

Toncoin (TON) price hits a new all-time high

Toncoin (TON) price rose more than 17% to hit a new all-time high TON reached highs of $6.27 on Monday as Bitcoin jumped above $72,000. Can TON hit $10 this week? Toncoin (TON) is one of the altcoins to post huge gains on Monday as the cryptocurrency market savoured Bitcoin’s swift surge to above $72,000. […]