The two bills introduced on Feb. 2 propose allowing the state of Tennessee as well as its counties and municipalities to invest in crypto, as […]
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Bringing crypto market ‘into the light’ doesn’t address enforcement: CFTC chair
“Bringing this market into the light … will only allow us to see what’s going on underneath the hood,” said Rostin Behnam.
Russian government and central bank agree to treat Bitcoin as currency
Cryptocurrency transactions of more than 600,000 rubles (roughly $8,000) will have to be declared; otherwise, it could be considered a criminal act.
Meet the ‘comedic rapper’ charged over Bitfinex hack laundering
Heather Morgan, who goes by the rap name “Razzlekhan,” is a self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur and prolific writer — and she’s been charged with money laundering […]
No precedent: IRS court settlement doesn’t clarify crypto staking taxes
There is yet to be a conclusive court ruling regarding the taxation of staked crypto rewards; however, a recent case demonstrates industry progression.
4 key takeaways from KPMG Pulse of Fintech Report
New Pulse of Fintech report by KPMG revealed that over $30 billion in investments flowed into the crypto and blockchain sectors in 2021.
Coinbase forms a second PAC to support crypto-friendly candidates
The exchange registered its first PAC in July 2018 but closed it the next year after having received no funds or making no disbursements.
Kazakhstan proposes power price hikes and taxes targeting crypto miners
The central Asian country’s government has proposed three price increases to electricity and taxes specifically targeting crypto miners.
Major crypto firms and groups form coalition aimed at promoting ‘market integrity’
“Harmonizing a broad global approach to digital assets and competition in the digital currency space race, can improve U.S. competitiveness, security and lower fundamental costs […]
DoJ seizes $3.6B in crypto and arrests two in connection with 2016 Bitfinex hack
“The department once again showed how it can and will follow the money,” said Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco.