Nigeria Police Arrest Self-Proclaimed Crypto Billionaire on Charges of Cryptocurrency Fraud and Terrorism Funding

July 17, 2024 Bitcoin.com

Africa

On July 16, the Nigeria Police Force confirmed the arrest of Linus Williams, a self-proclaimed crypto billionaire also known as Blord. Williams faces charges related to internet fraud, terrorism funding, and violations of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act. According to a police spokesman, some of Williams’ alleged crimes involve the use of cryptocurrency […]

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Institutional Liquidity Providers and OTC Desks Absorbed 88% of Germany’s Bitcoin Sales

July 14, 2024 Bitcoin.com

Arkham Intelligence

Institutional liquidity providers, market makers, and over-the-counter (OTC) trading desks, regardless of the term you choose, have taken in most of Germany’s bitcoin since sales began in June 2024. Data reveals that only a small amount of BTC was moved to centralized crypto exchanges like Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitstamp. Institutional Players Absorb Bulk of Germany’s […]

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Binance Seeks to Reduce Stake in Operator of South Korean Crypto Exchange Gopax to 10%

July 13, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Binance is reportedly seeking to reduce its stake in the South Korean crypto exchange Gopax’s parent company, Streami, to approximately 10%. Binance’s mooted sale of the stake to Megazone comes just over a year after Binance acquired the controlling stake. The exchange needs to offload the stake well before the August 11 deadline for reporting […]

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Crypto Exchange Bitmex Pleads Guilty to Violating Bank Secrecy Act, AML Failures

July 13, 2024 Bitcoin.com

Arthur Hayes

Crypto exchange Bitmex has pleaded guilty to violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) by failing to maintain an adequate anti-money laundering (AML) program, resulting in the company being a vehicle for large-scale money laundering. The DOJ announced this plea following previous legal actions and settlements. Bitmex says: “We have accepted the BSA charge, will seek […]

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Paxful Co-Founder Pleads Guilty to AML Conspiracy — Faces up to 5 Years in US Prison

July 9, 2024 Bitcoin.com

AML charges

A Paxful co-founder has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges for failing to maintain an effective anti-money laundering (AML) program on the peer-to-peer cryptocurrency platform. This led to various criminal activities being conducted on the platform, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). He faces up to five years in prison and will step down […]

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Robinhood Moves Forward With Acquisition of Bitstamp

July 7, 2024 Bitcoin.com

Acquisition

Robinhood Markets Inc. is moving forward with its acquisition of Bitstamp Ltd., a global cryptocurrency exchange. As part of this process, Robinhood Crypto LLC has submitted a change of control application to the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), which announced it received the application on July 3, 2024. This is one of several […]

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Kucoin to Implement 7.5% VAT on Transaction Fees for Nigerian Users

July 5, 2024 Bitcoin.com

Africa

Nigeria-based KuCoin users will begin being levied a 7.5% value-added tax (VAT) on transaction fees starting on July 8. Some observers believe that Kucoin’s decision to implement this tax is intended to enhance its chances of securing an operating license. A Lagos-based crypto industry player stated that implementing the tax will likely harm the industry. […]

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Australia Honors Kraken With Several Crypto Awards

July 5, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Kraken, a global cryptocurrency exchange, won several awards in Australia, including Finder’s best overall crypto trading platform in 2024. It also bagged Finder’s best-advanced trading and crypto trading – extra features. Meanwhile, Wemoney named Kraken the best platform for casual investors and excellent rates and fees. Kraken also received honorable mentions in other categories, including […]

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Crypto Exchanges in South Korea Address Rumors of Mass Altcoin Delistings, Say Fears Overblown: Report

July 4, 2024 The Daily Hodl

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Crypto exchanges in South Korea are reportedly trying to dispel fears that the country’s new digital asset law could lead to a widespread delisting of cryptocurrencies. South Korea will enforce its first digital asset user protection law on July 19th. The legislation will require crypto exchanges to review their altcoin listings and assess the reliability […]

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Indian Crypto Exchange Coindcx Going Global With Bitoasis Acquisition

July 3, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Indian crypto exchange Coindcx is expanding globally by acquiring the Middle Eastern digital asset platform Bitoasis. This strategic move enhances Coindcx’s presence in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region while allowing Bitoasis to retain its branding and leadership, signaling a new phase of growth and maturity for both companies. Big Milestone: 2 Market […]

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