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New Virtual Asset Protection Act Takes Effect in South Korea

New Virtual Asset Protection Act Takes Effect in South KoreaSouth Korea’s Act on the Protection of Virtual Asset Users went into effect on July 19, 2024, aiming to protect users and ensure market stability. Initially revised in 2021 to mandate virtual asset service providers (VASPs) to register and adhere to anti-money laundering regulations, it became evident that further measures were necessary to combat unfair […]

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Former Finance VP Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $4 Million From Crypto Firm

Former Finance VP Pleads Guilty to Embezzling  Million From Crypto FirmDylan Meissner, 31, of Westport, has pleaded guilty to fraud in Hartford federal court, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced. Meissner, a former Vice President of Finance at a cryptocurrency research firm, admitted to stealing over $4 million from his employer. Starting in January 2022, Meissner secured a $170,000 loan in ethereum from his […]

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2 Foreign Nationals Plead Guilty in Lockbit Ransomware Case

2 Foreign Nationals Plead Guilty in Lockbit Ransomware CaseTwo foreign nationals pleaded guilty in Newark federal court regarding their participation in the Lockbit ransomware organization, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed on Thursday. Russian citizen Ruslan Magomedovich Astamirov and Mikhail Vasiliev, a dual citizen of Canada and Russia, were identified as members of the Lockbit group. Active since January 2020, this group […]

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SEC and 100 Agencies Form Council to Combat Securities Fraud

SEC and 100 Agencies Form Council to Combat Securities FraudThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has established the Interagency Securities Council (ISC) to enhance coordination among federal, state, and local agencies on securities fraud. The ISC aims to improve fraud prevention, share insights on emerging threats, and foster a unified approach to combating financial fraud. Quarterly meetings will address trends, scams, and mitigation […]

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Chinese Billionaire Convicted of Racketeering and Wire Fraud in US

Chinese Billionaire Convicted of Racketeering and Wire Fraud in USExiled Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui, also known as Miles Guo, has been convicted by a U.S. jury on charges including racketeering conspiracy and wire fraud. Guo defrauded followers of over $1 billion, primarily through false investment schemes in cryptocurrency. U.S. Attorney Damian Williams stated that Guo faces decades in prison. His fraudulent activities funded a […]

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Philippine Central Bank Warns of AI-Driven Crypto Scams — Governor Denies Endorsing Cryptocurrency Projects

Philippine Central Bank Warns of AI-Driven Crypto Scams — Governor Denies Endorsing Cryptocurrency ProjectsThe Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the central bank of the Philippines, has cautioned the public against scams involving AI-manipulated videos and audios, which are used to spread false information, particularly about cryptocurrency investments. The BSP emphasizes that Governor Eli M. Remolona Jr. does not endorse the purported cryptocurrency project “Tesler Code” or any other […]

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Kraken Expands Crypto Custody Services to Institutions in UK and Australia

Kraken Expands Crypto Custody Services to Institutions in UK and AustraliaCrypto exchange Kraken has expanded its custody services to institutional clients in the UK and Australia, marking the first international expansion following its successful U.S. launch in March. Kraken Institutional, already established in the UK and Australia, now offers its custody solution to both existing and new clients in these countries, emphasizing security and client […]

BTC and ETH ETFs Post Positive Inflows Despite GBTC, ETHE Losses

Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT Join Forces on Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Sandbox

Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands, and HKT Join Forces on Hong Kong’s Stablecoin SandboxStandard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Ltd. (SCBHK), Animoca Brands, and Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) have united to participate in the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s (HKMA) stablecoin issuer sandbox, announced in March. Leveraging Zodia Custody’s digital asset capabilities, the collaboration aims to promote sustainable and transparent growth in the digital asset market. Zodia is Standard Chartered’s […]

BTC and ETH ETFs Post Positive Inflows Despite GBTC, ETHE Losses

Tangem Launches Ring-Shaped Hardware Cryptocurrency Wallet

Tangem Launches Ring-Shaped Hardware Cryptocurrency WalletTangem announced the launch of its Tangem Ring cryptocurrency hardware wallet on Wednesday, touting it as “the world’s first ring-shaped crypto wallet,” designed to “transform how people interact with cryptocurrencies.” The company stated that users can now wear their crypto, providing instant access to over 6,000 assets and various services directly on their fingers. The […]

BTC and ETH ETFs Post Positive Inflows Despite GBTC, ETHE Losses

ECB Maintains Interest Rates Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns

ECB Maintains Interest Rates Amid Persistent Inflation ConcernsThe European Central Bank (ECB) maintained its interest rates on Thursday, indicating that domestic price pressures and elevated inflation levels will persist into next year. After a recent rate cut, the ECB adopted a cautious stance, suggesting more evidence is needed before making another move. The ECB highlighted that while corporate profits are mitigating some […]

BTC and ETH ETFs Post Positive Inflows Despite GBTC, ETHE Losses