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US banks must maintain cautious approach to crypto, says acting OCC head
National banks and federal savings associations (FSA) intending to offer crypto must undergo stringent vetting processes.
Christian Nwobodo 2 min read
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Zipmex facing legal battle with Thailand SEC over non-compliance
Thailand's SEC has accused Zipmex and its CEO Eklarp Yimwilai of failing to submit complete information about transactions and wallets holding customers' asset prior to withdrawal freeze.
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Australia creates special crypto police unit to crack down on money laundering
In the first four months of 2022, crypto scam losses in Australia grew 166% to $140 million, compared to the same period in 2021.
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Research: HODL waves show short-term holders at level lower than 2019 bear market bottom
On-chain data indicates a drastic fall in short-term Bitcoin holders with the number dropping to 27.4%. Market bottoms historically correlate with short-term holders falling below 29%
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Russia to reportedly consider crypto use for international payments
Russia has faced increased scrutiny and sanctions from western countries over its Ukraine invasion, forcing a rethink of its stance towards crypto.
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Congress not looking to ban crypto as it has ‘too much money and power behind it’
U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman admits crypto has too much money behind it to be banned, even though he sees it as a threat to U.S. national security.
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SEC, CFTC propose amendments for large hedge fund crypto reporting
The authorities said investments in digital assets have become more common and there is a growing need to gather information on funds' crypto exposure.
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Research: The Fed will huff and puff and blow your house down as it begins quantitative tightening
Institutions are worried about the effects QT will have on the financial market. You should be more worried about the effects it will have on housing.
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US prosecutors probing Binance over AML compliance since December 2020 – Reuters
The regulator's requested information on Binance's management, structure, finances, anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance.
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FASB crypto accounting rules to exclude NFTs, some stablecoins – WSJ
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US Congress sends 5 major crypto exchanges letter inquiring how they are combatting crypto fraud
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Crypto users call amended SEC whistleblower program rules hypocritical
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