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U.K. includes crypto investments under the Investment Manager Exemption

The measure should help British funds dealing with foreign investors adopt digital assets in their portfolios.

Alaska adds 'virtual currency' to its regulatory regime

Starting in 2023, the companies will have to obtain a new type of license to operate with crypto in the state.

Superhero cans merger with Swyftx citing regulatory scrutiny

Superhero assured its users that their funds are safe and that neither their personal data nor assets were provided to Swyftx.

Who has returned donations or contributions from FTX amid the firm’s reputational risks?

Politicians and news organizations have reportedly planned to return roughly $6.6 million in donations from FTX — a mere fraction of the crypto exchange's estimated contributions.

4 legislative predictions for crypto in 2023

We may not see much from Congress, but there is a chance the SEC will continue making crypto policy via litigation.

South Korean court freezes $92M in assets related to Terra tokens

The CEO of Terraform Labs’ affiliate firm Kernel Labs reportedly held the largest amount in illegal proceeds from Terra.

Busan city drops global crypto exchanges from its digital exchange plans

FTX was one of the key exchange partners for Busan city, but its recent collapse made the administration reconsider its plans of onboarding third-party crypto exchanges.

Sam Bankman-Fried agrees to US extradition 'to put the customers right': Report

The former FTX CEO attended an emergency hearing of the Bahamas Magistrate Court just hours earlier, returning to prison following the event.

Bank of Canada emphasizes need for stablecoin regulation as legislation is tabled

A note by central bank researchers says regulation is the key to reaping the benefits of fiat-referenced crypto assets after the Canadian parliament fails to consider legislation.

Crypto’s regulatory fate will be decided in the year ahead

Congress is set to take up a slew of legislative proposals in 2023 that will determine which regulators have chief domain over cryptocurrency.

Next House committee chair reintroduces bill on crypto innovation

Under the proposed bill, companies could apply for an “enforceable compliance agreement” with offices at federal financial agencies that would allow for a regulatory path forward.

Sam Bankman-Fried arrested and consented to the extradition — Law Decoded, Dec. 12-19.

The entrepreneur reportedly reconsidered his earlier decision to contest extradition and now would be able to appear in a United States court.

Sam Bankman-Fried wants to see indictment before extradition to US: Report

Authorities in the Bahamas have had the former FTX CEO in custody since Dec. 12, shortly before he was denied bail.

Eva Kaili arrest a ‘setback’ for EU crypto regulations, economist says

European Parliamentarian Eva Kaili’s arrest under allegations of corruption is being labeled as a blow to crypto and blockchain adoption.

Nigeria set to pass bill recognizing Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies

The slated law comes as Nigeria's eNaira has only managed to obtain a 0.5% adoption rate 12 months after its launch in Oct. 2021.

US Senate banking chair floats possibility of banning crypto

Despite suggesting a possible ban, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown stated it would be “very difficult” to implement because activity “would go offshore.”

SBF prosecutors reportedly dig into donations made to top US Democrats

Democratic members from the DNC, the DCCC and Congressman Hakeem Jeffries were contacted by SBF prosecutors for information to aid their ongoing investigations.

Sam Bankman-Fried seeks to reverse decision on contesting extradition: Report

By consenting to extradition, Bankman-Fried would be able to appear in a United States court.

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