U.S. CFTC Chief Benham’s Last Words to Crypto: Protect the Investors
In what will be his final public speech as head of the derivatives agency, Rostin Benham had a lot to say about digital assets supervision in the U.S.
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U.S. Fed’s Michael Barr to Step Down as Vice Chair for Supervision
Barr will continue to serve as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors.
Trudeau’s Departure in Canada Opens Possibilities for Crypto
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he’d step down as prime minister and his party’s leader, opening the chance for a crypto supporter to replace him.
Trump-Backed Mike Johnson Re-Elected Speaker of the House
The Louisiana Republican is considered a strong supporter of the crypto industry.
Do Kwon’s U.S. Extradition Gets Okay From Montenegro’s Justice Minister
Montenegro’s Minister of Justice, Bojan Božović, said in a statement he approved the Terraform founder’s extradition to the U.S. rather than South Korea.
Six Bitcoin Mutual Funds to Debut in Israel Next Week: Report
The Israel Securities Authority approval was granted last week, Calcalist reported.
U.S. Shuts Down North Korean Crypto Money Laundering Network
OFAC says a front company in the UAE had been converting crypto into cash for North Korea.
Nigeria Arrests Almost 800 Over Crypto Scams: Reuters
Nigeria has been clamping down on illegal activity regarding crypto in the country.
SEC Approves Crypto Wallet Maker Exodus to List on NYSE American After Denying It in May
Exodus will list under its current ticker on NYSE American at the open of trading on Dec. 18
How Trump Can Help Crypto on Day One
A simple executive order issued on Jan. 20 would pave the way for the crypto sector’s resurgence in the U.S.