The former crypto executive was previously arrested in Poland in 2021 over related matters but was released after 40 days.
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BTC hits $100K, Trump taps Paul Atkins for SEC chair, and more: Hodler’s Digest, Dec. 1 – 7
This week Bitcoin reached $100,000 for the first time ever, Trump nominates pro-crypto Paul Atkins to replace Gary Gensler: Hodler’s Digest
Bitcoin can separate money and state — David Sacks
Sacks also highlighted Bitcoin’s portability as a major feature of the crypto that makes it an attractive option during social turmoil.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov questioned in Paris court for first time: Report
Durov said that he “trusts the French justice” system but refused to elaborate on the legal proceedings.
FSOC warns stablecoins remain a 'potential risk' to financial stability
In its 2024 annual report, the FSOC said that stablecoins are “acutely vulnerable to runs absent appropriate risk management standards.”
Czech gov’t moves to exempt crypto held for 3+ years from being taxed
The prime minister said Czech residents would not have to report crypto transactions under $4,200 per year or pay taxes for selling digital assets held […]
Trump’s BTC reserve plan would be a ‘bad deal,‘ — ex-NY Fed president
Bill Dudley joined others in suggesting the only purpose of a US government Bitcoin reserve would be to reward Trump’s crypto supporters.
FCA issues warning, bans Pump.fun in the UK
The United Kingdom’s financial watchdog has blocked Pump.fun following a warning that the firm is not authorized in the country.
Trump’s new crypto czar called OpenAI a ‘piranha for-profit company’
David Sacks’ professed views on OpenAI’s business restructuring seemingly align with Elon Musk’s.
FDIC asked banks to ‘pause’ crypto activities — Court docs
Coinbase chief legal officer Paul Grewal claimed the letters provided evidence that an alleged US government attempt to debank firms “wasn’t just some crypto conspiracy […]