Coinbase, the leading cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, recently reported its earnings for the first quarter of 2024. The company’s total revenue for the quarter stood at a remarkable $1.6 billion, representing a substantial 72% increase compared to the previous quarter. Moreover, Coinbase’s net income reached an impressive $1.18 billion, equivalent to $4.40 per
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The cryptocurrency platform Upbit, based in South Korea, has established itself as a dominant player in the country’s trading activity, accounting for over 80% of the market. However, its growing influence has raised concerns, especially as South Korea prepares to implement new legislation aimed at safeguarding investors in the aftermath of the TerraUSD stablecoin collapse
In response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the digital assets industry, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) has called for the establishment of independent self-regulatory organizations (SRO) dedicated to overseeing this sector. The initiative aims to enhance the regulatory landscape in Hong Kong to support innovation and security within
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, faced a ban from the Indian government due to its lax adherence to regulatory frameworks, including the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and the taxation framework for virtual digital assets (VDA). However, after agreeing to pay a hefty penalty of approximately $2 million, Binance is now set to
Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, recently made a significant move by converting its Secure Asset Fund for Users (SAFU) into Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin. This conversion was confirmed through on-chain data, showcasing the company’s commitment to enhancing the reliability and stability of SAFU by utilizing a trusted, audited, and transparent stablecoin like USDC. USDC
Cryptocurrency exchange and trading platform Bybit recently released a report discussing the implications of the upcoming Bitcoin halving event on the supply dynamics of Bitcoin within exchanges in the crypto space. This report provides valuable insights into how the halving event could increase scarcity and significantly influence the price of BTC. Bybit disclosed that the
Binance, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, recently made significant updates to its platform by adding 18 new cryptocurrencies to its loan program. This move aims to cater to current market trends and enhance user experiences. The addition of meme coins like dogwifhat (WIF) and Pepe (PEPE), along with established altcoins such as Hedera (HBAR)
In recent news, a Nigerian High Court in Abuja made the decision to detain Tigran Gambaryan, an executive at Binance, amidst allegations of money laundering. Despite Gambaryan pleading not guilty to the charges, the court ordered him to be remanded in prison until his bail hearing on April 18. The trial is set to begin
The recent criminal charges faced by the cryptocurrency exchange Binance in Nigeria have brought to light the lack of legal representation the company had during its court hearing on April 4. Surprisingly, only the compliance chief, Tigran Gambaryan, was present at the hearing, despite being detained by the Nigerian government since February. The hearing, which
The cryptocurrency market recently experienced a significant correction, with Bitcoin (BTC) being one of the most impacted digital assets. BTC’s price has dropped by approximately 6% over the past week, currently trading around $65,400 according to CoinGecko’s data. One possible reason for BTC’s increased volatility and decline could be attributed to long-term holders cashing out