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BREAKING: BitMEX Fined $100 Million For US Money-Laundering Violations
Federal judge John G. Koeltl has directed BitMEX to pay a $100 million fine, representing the latest development in an ongoing legal dispute regarding money laundering infractions in the US. BitMEX Faces Major Legal Setback The legal challenges for BitMEX stem from activities between 2015 and 2020, ...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 15
Arthur Hayes BitMEX hit with $100M fine for US money laundering violations
Reports just in show that BitMEX has been hit with a $100 million fine. On Wednesday, Manhattan federal judge John G. Koelt passed the latest verdict against the crypto exchange. This brings an end to the years-long saga over money laundering violations in the United States. In a Jan. 15 hearing in the US District […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
Oklahoma Becomes 6th State To Embrace Bitcoin With New Reserve Policy Proposal
In a significant move amid the growing adoption of Bitcoin (BTC) and digital assets, Oklahoma has become the sixth US state to introduce a “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve” policy. This initiative aims to allow the state to purchase Bitcoin once the legislation is passed, reflecting a broader ...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 15
Standard Chartered Bank: Bitcoin may fall by 10% due to macro-driven headwinds
Digital assets have suffered under macro headwinds as economic uncertainty looms in the United States. The crypto industry has faced rough times since the year began following a macro-driven sell-off. Bitcoin could break below $90k, and once it does, a Standard Chartered report suggests a further 10% retracement is probable.Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
Is This Blockchain Project the Key to Beating Avalanche and Polygon in Speed and Scale?
Blockchain technology continues to evolve, with projects like Avalanche (AVAX) and Polygon (MATIC) leading the charge in scalability and speed. These platforms have set high benchmarks by addressing critical bottlenecks in blockchain adoption, such as transaction throughput and efficiency. However, a new player, Lightchain AI, is entering the scene with innovations that could outpace even […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
Game Developer sentenced to prison, halting work on beloved FPS Fortune’s Run
Dizzie, the creator of Fortune’s Run, a well-known first-person shooter, has announced that she’s stopping the development after receiving a three-year prison sentence. The announcement was shared on Fortune’s Steam page. Dizzie wrote, “First of all, I have some stuff going on I need to make public as it’s going to interrupt development.” She has been […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
XRP surged past $3 for the first time since 2018
XRP momentarily smashed through the $3 barrier today, a dramatic comeback not seen since early 2018. Though it quickly corrected back to $2.97. The crypto, often at the center of legal and regulatory drama, surged by more than 31% in just the first two weeks of the year. XRP’s trading volume exploded, climbing 141% in […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
Exclusion from US AI export curbs will boost confidence for Taiwan AI: Government
The Taiwan government is upbeat that the exclusion from the US curbs on AI chip and technology exports will be a major confidence booster to the Island’s AI industry. This follows recent US announcements of new AI regulations that include restrictions on exports of AI chip technology to certain jurisdictions like China, Russia, Iran, and […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
SEC ready to rewrite crypto rules as president Trump takes office
Republicans at the SEC are locked and loaded, ready to change the way crypto is regulated as Donald Trump steps into power. Reportedly, the overhaul could start as early as next week. Trump’s pick for SEC chair, Paul Atkins, is a crypto fanboy who’s expected to pull the agency out of Gary Gensler’s enforcement-heavy era. […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
XRP Bullish Surge Takes Price Within Striking Distance Of $2.9
XRP is steadily gaining strength as its price nears the critical $2.9 resistance level, sparking excitement in the market. The surge represents a significant shift in market dynamics, with XRP showing signs of resilience and a potential breakout on the horizon. Supported by growing buying interest a...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 15
Curve DAO price prediction 2025-2031: Is CRV a good investment?
Key takeaways Curve DAO is a decentralized exchange for stablecoins that employs an automated market maker (AMM) to regulate liquidity. The protocol uses a system of non-custodial smart contracts to stabilize the pool’s price. In this way, the risk is diversified for the traders, who can earn rewards for providing liquidity to the network. The […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
Die besten Kryptowährungen im Januar 2025: 3 Coins mit jeder Menge Potenzial
Diese drei Kryptowährungen könnten im Januar 2025 jede Menge Chancen bieten und teilweise laut der Einschätzung einiger Experten ihr volles Potenzial jetzt erst noch entfalten. Um diese Coins geht es dabei genau und diese Gelegenheiten bieten sich dabei für Anleger. Die besten Kryptowährungen im Jan...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 15
Altcoins Expected To Outperform Bitcoin As Market Conditions Changes, Altseason Looming?
Recent price trends show that the altcoin market appears to be approaching positive territories as major altcoins are slowly recovering their upward trajectory, sparking a resurgence in the market. As Bitcoin’s supremacy shows signs of peaking, many analysts believe that momentum may be shifti...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 15
Stablecoins turn into a favorite for criminals and illegal transactions – Chainalysis
The safest coins aren’t so safe anymore. Stablecoins, which by definition peg their value to assets such as the US dollar to reduce volatility, have drawn a large number of investors—all kinds of investors—so much so that they were the most popular crypto for criminal transactions in 2024. According to Chainalysis’ 2025 Crypto Crime Report, […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
Schon vor Präsidentschaft: Erste Krypto-Amtshandlung von Donald Trump bekannt
Donald Trump wird in wenigen Tagen der neue Präsident der USA. Für die Kryptoszene ein Event, das mit viel Spannung erwartet wird, immerhin werden von den positiven Auswirkungen seiner Maßnahmen Kurssteigerungen für Bitcoin, Ethereum & Co. erwartet. Doch was genau plant die neue US-Regierung? Un...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 15
Power players: Trump’s team and views on China and global economies
Come next Monday, Donald Trump’s stacked lineup of Republicans will be marching into the White House, ushering in his second term as US President. Many members of his administration promise to uphold quite “ambitious” policies. Which ones are at the top of the pile? You guessed it; it’s about China. Most of the president-elect’s nominated […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 15
