Tag: Bitcoin News

The arrest and release of Binance compliance officer Tigran Gambaryan in Nigeria strained U.S.-Nigeria relations, underscoring challenges in cryptocurrency regulation and diplomatic negotiations.

Coinbase files two Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to seek clarity from U.S. regulators, particularly the FDIC, regarding limitations on bank deposits from crypto firms.

MakerDAO’s rebranding to Sky has seen poor market performance, prompting a reconsideration of the change. The new token, SKY, has declined by nearly 27%, while the USDS stablecoin shows promising on-chain metrics.

Federal High Court in Abuja convicts Official Gredo Limited for unauthorized USDT-Naira trading, ordering the forfeiture of N140 million and imposing a N1 million fine for illegal financial activities.

Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier highlights the importance of self-custody in crypto at Blockchain Life Dubai, arguing that without self-custody, the core purpose of cryptocurrency is lost, despite innovations like Bitcoin ETFs.

Binance and Crypto.com face declining market share as smaller exchanges like Bybit and OKX gain ground, and decentralized exchanges (DEXs) continue to rise in popularity.

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari claims most cryptocurrency transactions are for drugs or illegal purposes. Crypto proponents counter with facts on crypto's growing legitimacy and usage.

EU sanctions on Russia have hit Italian SMEs hard, complicating trade routes and payments. As traditional financial systems falter, could cryptocurrencies offer a solution for cross-border transactions?

India weighs a ban on private cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, favoring the adoption of its digital rupee. Officials argue that Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) offer more benefits with fewer risks than crypto assets.

The UK Financial Conduct Authority defends its stringent crypto regulations, responding to claims that its tough stance stifles innovation.

In the crypto world, few names resonate as powerfully as Michael Saylor’s. The Microstrategy co-founder and Executive Chairman has long been hailed as a...

As Gary Gensler's tenure as Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) draws to a close, a palpable sense of anticipation surrounds the crypto industry.