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KuCoin Agrees To Pay $297,000,000 to US Government for Operating Unlicensed Money Transmitting Business

KuCoin Agrees To Pay 7,000,000 to US Government for Operating Unlicensed Money Transmitting Business

The crypto exchange KuCoin will pay a $297 million penalty to the US government stemming from compliance violations. Peken Global Limited, the Seychelles-based company that operates KuCoin, has pled guilty to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business, according to a new press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York. U.S. […]

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Crypto Giant Kucoin Pleads Guilty, Forced Out of US After $297M DOJ Settlement

Crypto Giant Kucoin Pleads Guilty, Forced Out of US After 7M DOJ SettlementKucoin’s guilty plea exposed billions in illicit transactions, with $297M in penalties and a forced U.S. exit as the DOJ links it to darknet crimes. Kucoin Guilty Plea: DOJ Uncovers Billions in Suspicious Crypto Transactions The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Monday that Peken Global Ltd., the Seychelles-based operator of cryptocurrency exchange Kucoin, […]

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Kucoin Appoints Former Chief Legal Officer BC Wong as New CEO

Kucoin Appoints Former Chief Legal Officer BC Wong as New CEOThe company’s top lawyer was picked to take the reins as the exchange focuses on “global growth and innovation while maintaining regulatory compliance.” Kucoin’s Top Lawyer Promoted to CEO Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange Kucoin appointed its former Chief Legal Officer BC Wong as CEO, according to a press release provided to Bitcoin.com. The eight-year-old firm which […]

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Kucoin Pay Launches to Drive Crypto Payments in Retail, Expanding Digital Adoption

Kucoin Pay Launches to Drive Crypto Payments in Retail, Expanding Digital AdoptionKucoin’s launch of Kucoin Pay aims to drive retail crypto adoption by enabling seamless, borderless payments, lowering fees, and expanding merchant reach through digital currencies. Kucoin Launches Kucoin Pay to Boost Retail Crypto Adoption Cryptocurrency adoption in retail is gaining momentum as crypto exchange Kucoin announced on Thursday the launch of Kucoin Pay, a new […]

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India’s FIU Considers Approving More Offshore Crypto Exchanges

India’s FIU Considers Approving More Offshore Crypto ExchangesIndia’s Financial Intelligence Unit is reportedly reviewing four offshore cryptocurrency exchanges for potential approval to resume operations following the lifting of bans on Binance and Kucoin. The focus is on ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, including transaction transparency and reporting of suspicious activity. FIU-India May Permit More Offshore Crypto Exchanges Next Year India’s Financial […]

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Coinbase, KuCoin, others file crypto license applications in Turkey

As the Turkish Capital Markets Board continues to update the list and companies work to meet regulatory requirements, the Turkish crypto market is poised for significant changes.

The Turkish cryptocurrency landscape is experiencing a major transformation as prominent companies like Coinbase and KuCoin compete to obtain business licenses in the country.

This surge in applications follows regulatory updates by the Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB), marking a critical juncture for the nation’s burgeoning crypto sector.

On Aug. 9, the CMB announced that 47 cryptocurrency companies had initially applied for licenses under new regulatory frameworks. This list, however, has now expanded to 76, with notable additions such as Coinbase, KuCoin and Gate.io. 

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

Kucoin to Implement 7.5% VAT on Transaction Fees for Nigerian UsersNigeria-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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Layerzero’s ZRO Token Listed on Major Exchanges, Boosting Cross-Chain Communication Potential

Layerzero’s ZRO Token Listed on Major Exchanges, Boosting Cross-Chain Communication PotentialLayerzero’s native token, ZRO, has been listed on several major cryptocurrency exchanges, marking a significant milestone for the cross-chain communication protocol. Binance, Upbit, Okx, Bybit, Gate.io, Bitget, Kucoin, MEXC, and Woo X have all added ZRO to their platforms, offering various trading pairs. Layerzero distinguishes itself with its innovative approach to cross-chain communication, facilitating the […]

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Europe’s Eighth-Largest Economy Proposes New Tax on Crypto Transactions: Report

Europe’s Eighth-Largest Economy Proposes New Tax on Crypto Transactions: Report

The eighth-largest economy in continental Europe is reportedly proposing a new tax on crypto transactions. According to a new report by Bloomberg, Turkey is seeking to raise taxes as a means of recovering its budget after it was ravaged by earthquakes in 2023. The plan would haul in an estimated $7 billion for the Turkish […]

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Indian Regulator Advocates Multi-Agency Approach for Crypto

Indian Regulator Advocates Multi-Agency Approach for CryptoThe Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has submitted its recommendations for regulating crypto assets to a government panel. SEBI suggests multiple regulators for different aspects of cryptocurrency trade. India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), however, views crypto as a macroeconomic risk, highlighting concerns about tax evasion and fiscal stability. SEBI […]

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