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EU to assess export controls on AI tech and semiconductor chips

The European Commission outlined four critical technology areas, including AI technology and semiconductor chips, on which it plans to run assessments to consider export controls.

BIS, EU central banks building data platform to track crypto, DeFi flows

The Bank of International Settlements and a handful of European Central banks are building a system to track international flows of cryptocurrencies.

BIS, EU central banks building data platform to track crypto, DeFi flows

The Bank of International Settlements and a handful of European Central banks are building a system to track international flows of cryptocurrencies.

BIS, EU central banks building data platform to track crypto, DeFi flows

The Bank for International Settlements and a handful of European central banks are building a system to track international flows of cryptocurrencies.

DoJ says lack of US crypto laws no bar to FTX-SBF charges

SBF's counsel had argued that FTX was not located in the United States, and as SBF did follow regulatory obligations concerning FTX.US, charges related to FTX international shouldn’t apply.

FTX-SBF charges valid despite lack of US crypto laws, DOJ says

Sam Bankman-Fried’s counsel had argued that FTX was not located in the United States, and as SBF did follow regulatory obligations concerning FTX US, charges related to FTX international shouldn’t apply.

Bitcoin bull market awaits as US faces 'bear steepener' — Arthur Hayes

Bitcoin is witnessing a 16-year high in 30-year U.S. government bond yields, and money printing is all but guaranteed, says the ex-BitMEX CEO.

Crypto Ponzi scheme AirBit: All but one exec now sentenced

AirBit Club co-founder Dos Santos is now the last AirBit defendant not yet sentenced but is scheduled to learn his fate on Oct. 4, 2023.

Crypto Ponzi scheme AirBit: All but one exec now sentenced

AirBit Club co-founder Dos Santos is now the last AirBit defendant not yet sentenced but is scheduled to learn his fate on Oct. 4, 2023.

What is the CryptoNight mining algorithm, and how does it work?

Blockchain technology relies on mining algorithms, such as CryptoNight, to regulate cryptocurrency projects. Find out here what CryptoNight is and how it works.

Friend.tech users blame SIM swaps after more than 100 ETH drained in a week

In a short period of time, four friend.tech users reported their accounts were compromised and drained after hackers seized control of their mobile numbers.

Lawyers debate over Ripple case after rejection of SEC’s motion for appeal

Crypto lawyer Jeremy Hogan described the recent order as a “disaster” for the SEC, but other legal commentators are urging the community to temper its excitement for now.

5 highlights of Sam Bankman-Fried’s first day of trial

Potential jurors shared their mostly negative interactions with crypto investing, while a slim-figured former FTX CEO sat flanked by attorneys, noticeably void of his signature curly locks.

Crypto-friendly Patrick McHenry takes interim House Speaker position

Eight Republicans voted against Republican Representative McCarthy, making it the first time in U.S. history that the House Speaker has been ousted by Congress.

SEC asks judge to reject Coinbase’s motion to dismiss lawsuit

The regulator has asked a federal judge to deny Coinbase’s motion to dismiss its lawsuit, claiming the exchange knew the cryptocurrencies it sold were securities under the Howey test.

Argentinian presidential candidate wants CBDCs to 'solve' hyperinflation

Sergio Massa’s stance on central bank digital currencies appears to be in complete opposition to Javier Milei, a pro-Bitcoin candidate who wants to abolish Argentina’s central bank.

Judge rejects SEC’s motion to file an appeal against Ripple ruling

District court judge Analisa Torres denied the SEC's motion to file an appeal, claiming that the regulator did not show that were substantial grounds for difference of opinion.

US Treasury sanctions crypto wallets as authorities crack down on fentanyl

According to Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo, the sanctioned wallets "received millions of USD funds over hundreds of deposits" used for illicit drugs.

Latest update — Former FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried trial [Day 1]

The former FTX CEO faces seven counts of conspiracy and fraud. A New York court will decide his fate.

Cardano stablecoin project gambled away investors’ money before rug: Report

Ardana claimed to be creating a stablecoin platform on Cardano, but new evidence suggests it may have lost investors’ money in bad crypto trades.

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