The recent settlement between TrustToken and TrueCoin, the developers behind the TrueUSD (TUSD) stablecoin, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has raised significant concerns within the cryptocurrency space. The entities agreed to a settlement involving $700,000 in penalties for allegations of fraudulent activities, particularly regarding the unregistered sales of investment contracts. This settlement
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A recent sale of a CryptoPunk NFT for an eye-watering $56.3 million has stirred significant attention and skepticism within the cryptocurrency community. The digital artwork, notably Punk 1563, features a pixelated woman characterized by dark hair and blue eyes. However, the legitimacy of this sale raises eyebrows, not only because of the excessive amount paid
Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani has recently made headlines with his proposed legislation aimed at legalizing Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies for tax and fee payments within the state. Introduced on September 30, this forward-thinking bill allows Ohio residents to settle state and local tax obligations using digital assets. This move positions Ohio to potentially
In a groundbreaking move that intertwines the realms of technology and art, Kresus, a renowned crypto wallet provider, has collaborated with top-tier auction house Christie’s. Their partnership aims to refine the way collectors validate and maintain the status of their art collections. By leveraging blockchain technology, this innovative initiative promises to enhance the art-buying experience
In a surprising announcement that has sent ripples through the financial and cryptocurrency sectors, Gurbir Grewal, the Director of Enforcement for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has announced his resignation, effective October 11, 2024. This departure comes at a pivotal time for the SEC, especially as it proceeds with a significant legal appeal
The cryptocurrency market is notoriously volatile, with rapid shifts in both sentiment and price driven by a multitude of factors ranging from regulatory news to technological developments. A recent significant event occurred this week when Bitwise registered a new trust entity named “XRP ETF” in Delaware. Following this, the asset management firm submitted an S-1
On October 2, 2023, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reignited its legal battle against Ripple Labs by filing a notice of appeal concerning a pivotal court ruling. This marks another chapter in the lengthy contest over whether the XRP token, associated with Ripple, constitutes a security under U.S. law. The appeal seeks to
The ongoing conflict between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs regarding the status of XRP has captured the attention of the cryptocurrency community and financial regulators alike. The SEC initiated legal proceedings against Ripple in December 2020, accusing the company of executing an unregistered securities offering totaling $1.3 billion through the sale
Meta’s recent decision to cancel its next-generation mixed-reality headset has sent shockwaves through the tech community. The move, which CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other top executives deemed necessary after a product review meeting, reflects a broader shift in the company’s strategic priorities. Instead of going head-to-head with high-end hardware competitors like Apple’s Vision Pro, Meta
Bitcoin took a hit on Wednesday, dropping 2.5% to $59,100 following the news that the U.S. government had shifted more of its Silk Road-related Bitcoin holdings to Coinbase Prime. The on-chain analysis platform, Arkham Intelligence, highlighted the transfer by revealing that 10,000 BTC valued at $593 million had been moved. This move raises questions about