Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange, recently announced that it successfully prevented over $2.4 billion in potential user losses from scams and fraud in the first seven months of 2024. This impressive figure demonstrates the effectiveness of Binance’s internal risk engine, which operates around the clock using a combination of AI-based algorithms and manual reviews for
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Following a devastating $235 million hack, Indian crypto exchange WazirX has taken steps to improve the security of its remaining assets. One of the key changes involves ending its asset custody arrangement with Liminal. In an official statement released on Aug. 14, WazirX announced that it was in the process of moving its assets from
Brazilian regulators recently reached a settlement with the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, requiring the company to pay $1.76 million to resolve allegations of unlicensed derivatives trading in the country. This settlement with the Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM), Brazil’s securities regulator, brings an end to a year-long investigation into Binance’s operations in Brazil. The regulatory crackdown
Australia’s Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) recently made headlines by filing a lawsuit against the Australia Securities Exchange (ASX) Ltd. The lawsuit alleges that ASX made misleading statements regarding its blockchain trade settlement project, which ultimately led to its cancellation. ASIC claims that ASX falsely stated that the project was “on track” for an April
In a recent court filing, a US appeals court made the decision to partially overturn the dismissal of a class-action lawsuit against Binance.US, the US arm of the global Binance exchange. The plaintiff, Ryan Cox, was found to have valid claims against both Binance.US and CoinMarketCap for allegedly manipulating the price of the Hex token.
Recently, Coinbase has taken a strong stance against the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposal to expand the definition of “exchange” to include decentralized exchanges (DEXs). This proposal has sparked significant controversy within the industry, with Coinbase and other players expressing concerns about the potential negative impacts on innovation and compliance burdens that could
Recently, Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange globally, confirmed that the Venezuelan government has imposed restrictions on access to its website. This action comes in the wake of turmoil following controversial presidential election results in the country. Reports indicate that various websites, including those of different companies and social networks, are experiencing similar access restrictions in
The recent regulatory action taken by the US Federal Reserve against the crypto-friendly Customers Bank has raised concerns within the crypto industry. The Fed cited violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering laws, and Office of Foreign Assets Control regulations due to the bank’s involvement with digital assets. Customers Bank has been mandated to
Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has raised objections to the US Commodities Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) proposal to regulate prediction markets. The Chief Legal Officer of Coinbase, Paul Grewal, criticized the proposal for its vague definition of “gaming” and its blanket statement that “gaming” contracts are against the public interest. According to Coinbase,
Recently, BTSE made a significant announcement regarding the launch of BTSE Dex 2.0, a new and improved version of their decentralized exchange. This latest iteration brings about cross-compatibility for Ethereum Virtual Machine-based chains, opening up trading opportunities for over 50 perpetual futures on various networks such as Base, Optimism, and Arbitrum. A key aspect of
