The Australian Federal Court ruled that Kraken’s fiat margin extensions are subject to regulatory obligations, but crypto margin extensions are not. Kraken acknowledged the decision but stressed the need for clearer crypto regulations in Australia. Following the ruling, Kraken adjusted its margin product to restrict fiat margin trading for non-wholesale investors, while crypto margin extensions …
Monthly archives: September 2024
SEC Warns of Bitcoin and Ether ETF Risks — Labels BTC, ETH Highly Speculative Investments
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a bulletin warning about the risks of bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs), highlighting their speculative nature. The regulator urged investors to consider potential issues like price volatility, fraud, and lack of regulatory oversight. SEC Warns Investors About Risks in Bitcoin and Ether ETPs The U.S. …
Binance-Backed Tokocrypto Achieves Major Milestone With Indonesian License
Crypto exchange Tokocrypto, a part of Binance Group, has achieved a major milestone by securing the Physical Crypto Asset Trader (PFAK) license from Indonesia’s Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti), allowing it to operate as a licensed crypto asset trader. This move highlights Tokocrypto’s commitment to regulatory compliance and strengthens its position in Indonesia’s growing …
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Trump Victory Could Boost Bitcoin to $90K — Harris Win Might Sink BTC to $30K Level, Says Bernstein
Bitcoin may rise to $90,000 by the end of the year if former U.S. President Donald Trump wins the presidential election, according to brokerage and research firm Bernstein. The firm’s analysts believe that Trump’s pro-crypto stance and regulatory reforms could boost the cryptocurrency market while a Kamala Harris victory may cause bitcoin to fall below …
Crypto Whale Facing Liquidation of $26,470,000 WBTC Position on Compound: Lookonchain
A crypto whale with a $26.47 million position in Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) is cutting it close after barely escaping liquidation last Friday. According to on-chain data tracker Lookonchain, a deep-pocketed whale with an Ethereum (ETH) address beginning with Oxceef was close to being liquidated on the decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Compound after Bitcoin dropped to …
Vitalik Buterin Withdraws 760 ETH As Market Turmoil Strikes Ethereum
Este artículo también está disponible en español. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has been in the news of late with his 760 ETH withdrawal–a move that raised eyebrows as speculations about what such external wallet transactions by him could do to the Ethereum market. Related Reading Transactions are part of a broader trend that has seen …
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Crypto Research Firm Identifies Why The Bitcoin Price Could Crash To $45,000
Este artículo también está disponible en español. 10x Research, a digital asset research platform for traders and institutions, has unveiled a foreboding forecast for the price of Bitcoin (BTC). Highlighting current market conditions and Bitcoin’s recent price dynamics, the research firm projects a massive price crash to $45,000 soon. Bitcoin $45,000 Price Crash Incoming 10x …
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Bitcoin Support Retests Reflect September 2023 Patterns: Is Another Bull Run Coming?
Ronaldo is an experienced crypto enthusiast dedicated to the nascent and ever-evolving industry. With over five years of extensive research and unwavering dedication, he has cultivated a profound interest in the world of cryptocurrencies. Ronaldo’s journey began with a spark of curiosity, which soon transformed into a deep passion for understanding the intricacies of this …
Bitcoin Leveraged Positions Building Up: BTC To $50,000 Or $60,000?
Dalmas, a seasoned crypto reporter, brings a unique perspective to the industry. His specialization in NFTs, blockchain, DeFi, and blockchain news for NewsBTC, combined with a background in mechanical engineering and over a decade of experience in journalism, has allowed him to craft over 10,000 news and feature articles over the past eight years. His …
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Bitcoin To Break $100K By 2025? Experts Weigh In On Potential New ATH
Este artículo también está disponible en español. With its overall market valuation down about 30% from its March 2024 record of $2.89 trillion, the cryptocurrency market is reaching a turning point. Investors are worried as the market cap as of September 8, 2024, is $1.93 trillion. Nonetheless, a recent BTC price forecast indicates that Bitcoin …
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North Carolina Senate overrides governor veto to pass Fed CBDC ban bill
A Senate veto-busting vote saw 12 Democrats who initially voted for North Carolina’s CBDC banning bill switch to backing Governor Roy Cooper’s veto.
2 auditors miss $27M Penpie flaw, Pythia’s ‘claim rewards’ bug: Crypto-Sec
Two smart contract auditors miss a Penpie bug that resulted in a $27M exploit, Pythia Finance attacker claims way too many rewards: Crypto-Sec
US Authorities Attempting To Access Imprisoned Binance Employee in Nigeria: Report
US governmental authorities are attempting to gain access to an incarcerated Binance employee in Nigeria, according to a local reports. In February of this year, Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan was arrested alongside a colleague, Nadeem Anjarwalla, who managed to escape the country. The pair had traveled to Nigeria to engage in regulatory talks. Gambaryan has …
Record $4.68 billion fines mark SEC’s toughest year on crypto
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) imposed $4.68 billion in fines against crypto companies in 2024, marking the most aggressive regulatory year in the agency’s history, according to a report by Social Capital Markets. This brings the total fines levied by the regulator since 2013 to $7.42 billion, with 2024 accounting for 63% of …
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State regulators secure full refunds for investors in $1 billion settlement with GSB Group
The Texas State Securities Board has reached a $1 billion settlement with GSB Gold Standard Corporation AG and affiliated entities, known as GSB Group, over its alleged illegal crypto offerings, according to a Sept. 9 press release. The settlement, spanning multiple states, guarantees full refunds regardless of the products or services purchased, including digital assets …