In a pioneering move, Louisiana has rolled out a system allowing residents to pay state agencies using Bitcoin and USDC, a stablecoin backed by Circle. This decision, announced on September 18, marks a significant step toward modernizing how citizens interact with state services. The initiative began with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, which
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In a rapidly evolving financial landscape, the need for clear and coherent regulatory frameworks for digital assets has never been more pressing. Daniel Gallagher, Chief Legal Officer of Robinhood, has articulated the frustrations faced by crypto firms in navigating the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) regulatory approach. His recent testimony before the House Financial
In the cryptocurrency space, rumors can often spiral into significant controversies, as evidenced by the recent allegations directed towards Coinbase. These claims, which surfaced on social media platforms on September 16, suggested that Coinbase was manipulating Bitcoin’s price by issuing letters of debt instead of using actual Bitcoin to back its new ETF, the IBIT.
The cryptocurrency market has exploded in recent years, bringing with it a surge in both innovative opportunities and significant risks. One of the most pressing issues engulfing this digital frontier is the custodianship of crypto assets. Unlike traditional asset custody, which has a long history of regulatory clarity and established methodologies, crypto custody presents a
In 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made its presence felt with a significant increase in enforcement actions against the cryptocurrency sector. With nearly $4.7 billion in imposed fines, the agency has sent a clear message: the era of leniency towards cryptocurrency irregularities is over. This staggering figure represents a dramatic 3,018%
In a significant development for the digital asset landscape, the UK government has introduced “The Property (Digital Assets etc.) Bill”. This legislation moves to explicitly classify digital assets, such as Bitcoin and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), as personal property. This classification not only seeks to provide clarity for asset holders but also aims to foster growth
In recent years, the digital landscape has witnessed a tremendous evolution through the advent of Web3 technologies, which promise to shift the focus from centralized control to decentralized empowerment. At the forefront of this transformation is GhostDrive, a pioneering player in the decentralized storage sector. Although relatively new, GhostDrive has managed to garner over 740,000
In a groundbreaking move, the Law Commission of the United Kingdom (UK) Parliament recently presented the Property (Digital Assets, etc.) Bill, aimed at officially acknowledging digital assets as legit property. This bill signifies a significant shift in British legal history, as it categorizes cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and carbon credits as personal possessions under English
The financial landscape in Europe is witnessing a significant shift as leading Swiss bank Zurich Cantonal Bank has recently introduced cryptocurrency trading services for its customers. This move signals a growing acceptance and adoption of digital assets within the traditional banking sector. On September 4, 2024, Zurich Cantonal Bank announced the launch of Bitcoin (BTC)
The Digital Chamber (TDC) has urged Congress to pass legislation that would designate certain non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as consumer goods and exempt them from federal securities laws. This call for action comes in response to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent enforcement actions, including a Wells notice issued to NFT marketplace OpenSea. TDC argues