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Regulation is an extremely strategic point for the evolution and adoption of cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and the entire web3 ecosystem in general. Often denied and criticized by the most extreme members of the community, regulation is considered vital for many crypto activists wishing to see the democratization of blockchain and mass adoption. This considered a hot topic is constantly evolving. As such, Coin Academy will not fail to accurately address crypto regulation news to provide its readers with as much information as possible as quickly as possible.
Brian Armstrong Calls for Apology from SEC for ‘Damage’ to Crypto Industry
Brian Armstrong Calls on Next SEC Chair to Apologize for ‘Damage’ to Crypto Industry Brian Armstrong, CEO of…
MiCA Regulation Poses Risks to Stablecoins
The European regulation MiCA, which will come into full effect on December 30, imposes new requirements on stablecoin…
Tether CEO Reveals Impressive Asset Reserves and Takes Aim at US Policies
Tether CEO Reveals Impressive Asset Reserves at PlanB Event During the recent PlanB event in Lugano, Tether CEO…
Denmark to Impose Tax on Unrealized Crypto Gains starting 2025
The Danish government plans to introduce a tax on unrealized crypto gains starting in early 2025, which means…
France’s National Assembly Confirms Increase in Flat Tax Rate
L’Assemblée nationale confirms increase in the Flat Tax rate to 37.2% for incomes over €250,000 for single individuals…
Nigeria Drops Charges Against Binance Employee
The Nigerian government drops charges against Binance employee, Tigran Gambaryan The Nigerian government has decided to drop all…
Tokenization: Innovation or Threat to Financial Stability?
Tokenization of Real Assets: Innovation or Threat? The Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the Bank for International Settlements…
How the US Elections Could Impact Crypto ETFs
Experts believe that a Kamala Harris presidency could slow down the approval of new crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin…
FBI Arrests Eric Council Jr. for Hacking SEC Account and Spreading Fake Bitcoin ETF Approval Tweet
The FBI Arrested Eric Council Jr. for Hacking SEC’s Account and Spreading a Fake Tweet about the Approval…
A Universal Tax: Impact on French Residents and Crypto Sector Players
A Universal Tax for French Residents in Tax Havens The newly adopted amendment by the National Assembly adds…
ECB Lowers Interest Rates in Response to Economic Conditions
The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to lower its interest rates by 0.25%, bringing the benchmark rate…
Tax Increase in France: Impact on Crypto and Bitcoin Investments
The Flat Tax in France Set to Increase to 33% in 2025 A new amendment proposes to raise…
SEC Commissioner Criticizes Cryptocurrency Policies as a Disaster
SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda has described the agency’s cryptocurrency policy as a “disaster”, citing a lack of clarity…
The FBI’s Cryptocurrency Infiltration Operation Exposes Market Manipulation
The FBI’s Cryptocurrency Infiltration Operation Exposes Market Manipulation In an unprecedented move, the FBI has launched an infiltration…
Former Alameda Research Director Makes Deal with FTX to Compensate Creditors
Former Alameda Research Director Caroline Ellison Makes Deal with FTX to Compensate Creditors Caroline Ellison, former director of…
Crypto.com Takes Legal Action Against SEC and Gary Gensler
Crypto.com Files Lawsuit Against SEC and Gary Gensler Crypto.com has filed a complaint against the U.S. Securities and…
FTX Bankruptcy Plan Approved: Creditors to Receive Generous Refunds
The Delaware court has approved FTX’s bankruptcy plan, allowing creditors to recover an average of 118% to 143%…
UAE Exempts VAT for Crypto Transactions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the exemption of value-added tax (VAT) for all crypto transactions, applying…
Trump Gains Ground Against Harris in Predictions: Elon Musk’s Surprising Support and the Role of Predictive Markets
Donald Trump is gaining ground against Kamala Harris in the predictions of Polymarket, a predictive market platform that…
CZ, Founder of Binance, Released from Prison Ahead of Schedule
CZ, founder of Binance, released from prison ahead of schedule CZ, also known as Changpeng Zhao, the founder…
Former Alameda CEO Sentenced to Prison and Ordered to Forfeit $11 Billion in FTX Scandal
Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison Sentenced to Prison and Ordered to Forfeit $11 Billion in FTX Scandal…
Telegram’s Privacy Policy Shifts Following CEO’s Arrest
Telegram’s Privacy Policy Change in Response to CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest Telegram, one of the most popular messaging…
Kamala Harris Stands Behind Innovative Technologies in 2024 Presidential Campaign
Kamala Harris Supports Innovative Technologies in 2024 Presidential Campaign Kamala Harris, as part of her 2024 presidential campaign,…
Bitcoin ETF Options Approved by SEC: An Opportunity for Cryptocurrency Investors
The SEC has approved the introduction of options on BlackRock’s Bitcoin Spot ETF, iShares Bitcoin Trust, marking a…
SEC Expresses Regret for Using ‘Crypto Asset Securities’ Against Binance
The SEC has admitted that it regrets using the term ‘crypto asset securities’ in its legal action against…
UK High Court Rules USDT as Real Estate, Reinforcing Legal Recognition of Cryptocurrencies
The High Court of England considers USDT as real estate, reinforcing the legal recognition of cryptocurrencies In a…
eToro Agrees to $1.5 Million Settlement and Reduces Crypto Services in the US
eToro Agrees to Pay $1.5 Million Settlement and Reduce Crypto Services in the US The financial services platform…
European Central Bank Lowers Interest Rates Amid Economic Slowdown
European Central Bank Reduces Interest Rates Amid Economic Slowdown The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 0.25%…
Former CEO of Alameda Research Seeks Leniency Despite Involvement in FTX Collapse
Former CEO of Alameda Research Seeks Leniency Despite Involvement in FTX Collapse Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of…
Missing Debate on Cryptocurrencies: An Industry Overlooked
Debate Between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump: The Missing Discussion on Cryptocurrencies During the debate between Kamala Harris…
Tether and Tron Join Forces to Combat Financial Crime
Tether and Tron have launched the T3 Financial Crime Unit, in partnership with TRM Labs, to combat crime…
Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump: A Crucial Crypto Debate
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet for the first time tonight in a crucial presidential debate. Harris is…
Coinbase Shareholders File Lawsuit Over Regulatory Risks
Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchange platforms in the United States, is facing a lawsuit filed by…
Pavel Durov Announces Changes and Content Moderation Focus on Telegram
Pavel Durov Announces Removal of ‘People Nearby’ Feature on Telegram On September 6, 2024, Pavel Durov, the founder…
Chris Larsen Endorses Kamala Harris for 2024 Presidential Election, Reflecting Ripple’s Evolving Political Strategy
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the American political landscape is abuzz with activity, and the cryptocurrency industry…
Telegram’s Revised Policy: Balancing Privacy and Moderation
Telegram, the famed advocate of free speech in content moderation, is now compelled to revise its policy on…
Japan Plans Tax Reform for Cryptocurrencies from 2025
The Japan Considers Tax Reform for Cryptocurrencies from 2025 Japan, known for having one of the strictest financial…
Uniswap Labs Settles Fine with CFTC for Illegal Derivative Products
Uniswap Labs Pays $175,000 Fine to CFTC for Illegally Offering Derivative Products Uniswap Labs, the developer of decentralized…
FBI Warns of Increasing North Korean Cyberattacks on Web3 Companies
The FBI has issued a warning about an escalation of cyberattacks by North Korean hackers targeting employees in…
Custom Registration Forms: Addressing the Complexity of Digital Asset Securities
The Need for Customized Registration Forms for Digital Asset Securities The commissioner of the US Securities and Exchange…
Binance Executive’s Alarming Health Issues in Nigerian Prison
A Disturbing Video Shows Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s Head of Criminal Compliance, Struggling with Health Issues in Nigerian Prison…
Brazil’s Supreme Court Blocks Platform X and Sparks Debate on Freedom of Expression
Supreme Court Blocks Access to Platform X in Brazil, Igniting Debate on Freedom of Expression The recent decision…
OKX Secures Major Payment License in Singapore
OKX has obtained a major payment license in Singapore, issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, allowing for…
SEC Raises Concerns Over FTX Creditor Repayment Plan
SEC Raises Concerns Over FTX Creditor Repayment Plan The ongoing saga surrounding the FTX bankruptcy has taken yet…
Mette Frederiksen Warns Europe Against Excessive Dependence on Chinese Technology
Mette Frederiksen Warns Europe Against Excessive Dependence on Chinese Technology Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has issued a…
Ryan Salame Withdraws Legal Petition: What’s Next for Him and Michelle Bond?
Ryan Salame Withdraws Legal Petition: What’s Next for Him and Michelle Bond? Ryan Salame, former executive of FTX,…
Russia Tests Crypto for Cross-Border Payments
La Russie has launched a pilot project to use crypto in cross-border payments, following the adoption of a…
Elon Musk Clears Lawsuit Alleging Dogecoin Market Manipulation
The Case against Elon Musk and Tesla for Dogecoin Market Manipulation Dismissed A Manhattan court has definitively dismissed…
Pavel Durov Released and Placed Under Judicial Supervision
Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, released from custody and placed under judicial supervision. Accusations against Telegram and Pavel…
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Arrested in France: Balancing Digital Platforms’ Responsibility
Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, has been arrested in France and accused of complicity in illegal activities on…
The Arrest of Pavel Durov Sparks Coordinated DDoS Attacks on French Websites
The Arrest of Pavel Durov Sparks Coordinated DDoS Attacks on French Government and Educational Websites in Protest A…
FTX Partner Accused of Illegally Funding Congressional Campaign with FTX Funds
FTX Partner Michelle Bond Accused of Illegally Funding Congressional Campaign with FTX Funds The scandal surrounding former FTX…
The Arrest of Pavel Durov: A Debate on Freedom of Expression and Communication
The Arrest of Pavel Durov: A Debate on Freedom of Expression and Communication The recent arrest of Pavel…
Pavel Durov Arrested: Impact on Telegram and Crypto Community Support
Pavel Durov Arrested in France, Telegram Founder Accused of Lack of Moderation The digital landscape has been shaken…
US Crypto Platform Kraken Faces SEC Lawsuit
American federal judge William H. Orrick has rejected Kraken’s request to dismiss the complaint filed by the SEC,…
Powell’s Announcement: Imminent Rate Cut as Inflation Stabilizes
Jerome Powell Announces Imminent Rate Cut as Inflation Stabilizes Jerome Powell, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, has…
Kim Dotcom’s Extradition: A Legal Battle with Crypto Implications
New Zealand Justice Minister signs extradition order for Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom to the United States Kim Dotcom…
Kamala Harris Takes a More Conciliatory Stance towards the Crypto Industry
Kamala Harris, a Democratic candidate for the presidency, seems to be adopting a more conciliatory position towards the…
Former FTX Executive Accuses US Government of Violating Plea Agreement
Ryan Salame: Former FTX Executive Accuses US Government of Breaching Plea Agreement Ryan Salame, a former executive at…
Trump Considers Elon Musk for Cabinet Position
Trump Considers Elon Musk for Cabinet Position Former president Donald Trump, who is preparing for a new campaign…
Mango Markets: SEC Negotiations and the Challenges Faced
Mango Markets, a DeFi platform based on Solana, is currently engaged in a critical negotiation with the SEC.…
SEC Raises Concerns About Solana’s Security Status and ETF Withdrawal
The SEC’s Concerns: Solana’s Status as a Security The SEC has expressed concerns about the status of Solana…
US Government Considers Revising Currency Definition to Include Cryptocurrencies
The US Government Considers Revising the Definition of “Currency” to Include Cryptocurrencies The US government is considering revising…
Franklin Templeton Files for ETF Combining Bitcoin and Ethereum
Franklin Templeton has filed an S-1 form with the SEC to create an ETF that combines Bitcoin and…
Lawsuit Against Terraform Labs Seeking $1.3 Billion in Compensation
The Liquidators of 3AC Sue Terraform Labs for $1.3 Billion in Compensation The liquidators of the cryptocurrency fund…
SEC Files Lawsuit against NovaTech for $650 Million Pyramid Scheme
The SEC Files Lawsuit against NovaTech and Eight Promoters Accusing Them of Orchestrating a $650 Million Pyramid Scheme…
Coinbase Opposes SEC Proposal to Regulate Decentralized Exchanges
Coinbase has voiced its opposition to a proposed rule by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) aiming…
Extradition of Terraform Co-founder Delayed Again in Montenegro
The extradition of Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs, to South Korea has been once again delayed in…
US Federal Reserve Cracks Down on Customers Bank for Mishandling Crypto Risks
US Federal Reserve Takes Strict Measures Against Customers Bank for Mismanaging Crypto Risks The US Federal Reserve has…
Ripple Fined $125 Million for Securities Violations by Federal Judge
Ripple Fined $125 Million for Securities Violations by Federal Judge Ripple has been fined $125 million for violating…
Irish DPC Takes Legal Action against Twitter for Alleged Data Violations
Irish DPC Takes Legal Action against Twitter for Alleged Data Violations The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has…
Interest Rate Reductions: Hopes After Market Drop
Some experts see buying opportunities in the current decline, recalling historical rebounds after crises, such as in 2020…
France Becomes First Major EU Economy to Accept MiCA License Applications
France Becomes First Major EU Economy to Accept MiCA License Applications France has become the first major economy…
Montenegro Court Extradites Do Kwon to South Korea
The Montenegro Court of Appeals rejects the US request and decides to extradite Do Kwon to South Korea.…
BitClout Founder Arrested and Charged with Fraud
Nader Al-Naji, the founder of the cryptocurrency social networking platform BitClout, has been arrested and faces civil and…
SEC Withdraws Request to Classify Tokens as Securities in Lawsuit against Binance
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has withdrawn its request to classify several tokens as securities in…
British Hacker Sentenced to 3.5 Years in Prison for Compromising Coinbase Accounts
British Hacker Sentenced to 3.5 Years in Prison for Compromising Coinbase Accounts A British hacker, Elliot Gunton, has…
Donald Trump Promises to Maintain a National Strategic Reserve of Bitcoin
Donald Trump Promises to Maintain a “National Strategic Reserve of Bitcoin” and “Never Sell” Seized BTC Thousands of…
Joe Biden Withdraws from 2024 Presidential Race, Endorses Kamala Harris
Joe Biden announced on July 21 that he would not seek a second term, abandoning his re-election campaign.…
EU Proposes New Guidelines for Classifying Crypto Assets under MiCA
New Guidelines Proposed by the EU for Classifying Crypto Assets Under MiCA The European Union (EU) has introduced…
Winklevoss Brothers Support Republican Senate Campaign Against Elizabeth Warren
Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss have each donated $500,000 in Bitcoin to the campaign of John Deaton, a Republican…
The Risks of Supporting Political Candidates Based on Crypto
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has advised against supporting political candidates solely based on their pro-crypto stance, highlighting the…
Donald Trump Selects Pro-Crypto Senator J.D. Vance as Running Mate
Former President Donald Trump has chosen Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate, highlighting Vance’s pro-crypto stance and…
SEC Ends Three-Year Investigation into Hiro Systems
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ended its three-year investigation into Hiro Systems, the developer of…
Coinbase Drops Request for Gary Gensler’s Personal Communications
A Surprising Request: Coinbase Persuaded to Abandon Its Efforts to Obtain Gary Gensler’s Personal Communications A federal judge…
US Legislators Fail to Overturn President Biden’s Veto on SAB 121 Resolution
US Legislators Fail to Override Biden’s Veto on SAB 121 Resolution Last night, US lawmakers voted 228-184 in…
SEC Decision on Paxos and BUSD
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided not to recommend any coercive measures against Paxos following…
BitMEX Pleads Guilty to Violating Banking Secrecy Act
The crypto platform BitMEX has pleaded guilty to violations of the Banking Secrecy Act (BSA) in the United…
Cboe Submits Filing for Solana Spot ETF by VanEck and 21Shares
The Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe) has officially confirmed plans by asset managers VanEck and 21Shares to launch…
North Carolina Governor Vetoes CBDC Ban
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has recently vetoed a bill aimed at prohibiting the implementation of a Central…
Tech Companies Alert SEC to Potential AI Risks
Leading US technology companies, including Microsoft, Google, Nvidia, and Adobe, have recently filed reports with the SEC, alerting…
UK Voters Express Concerns about the Future of Cryptocurrencies
UK Voters Express Concerns about the Future of Cryptocurrencies, Urge Legislators to Consider Industry Growth On July 4th,…
Europe’s MiCA Regulation and its Impact on Stablecoins
The MiCA Regulation Imposes Strict Requirements on Stablecoin Issuers and CASPs, Requiring Licenses to Operate in Europe The…
Silvergate Bank Pays $63 Million Settlement for AML Failures and FTX Involvement
Silvergate Bank, known for its support of cryptocurrencies and its provision of services to FTX, has agreed to…
Circle Becomes First Stablecoin Issuer to Obtain EMI License Under MiCA Rules
Circle Becomes First Stablecoin Issuer to Obtain EMI License Under MiCA Rules Circle, the stablecoin issuer, has obtained…
T-Rex Group Seeks Approval for Highly Volatile ETFs Linked to Microstrategy
ETF issuer T-Rex Group has recently filed applications for new ETFs that take long and short positions on…
Jesse Powell Donates $1 Million in ETH to Trump’s 2024 Campaign, Supporting Pro-Crypto Policies
Jesse Powell Donates $1 Million in ETH to Donald Trump’s 2024 Presidential Campaign, Supporting Pro-Crypto Policies Jesse Powell,…
