Category: Law of the Chain
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Kalshi sued over alleged manipulation and violations in its prediction markets
The lawsuit alleges Kalshi violated CFTC regulations, raising concerns about market integrity and the regulatory oversight of emerging event contract platforms.
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Authorities Link Upbit Thirty Million Dollar Hack to North Korean Hackers
The attribution to North Korean hackers underscores persistent state-sponsored threats to crypto exchanges, highlighting security vulnerabilities and geopolitical risks in the digital asset ecosystem.
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Coinbase responds to CFTC request for information on crypto market regulation
Coinbase’s response to the CFTC’s request for public input on crypto market regulation highlights industry engagement in shaping future regulatory frameworks for digital assets.
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UK requires cryptocurrency exchanges to collect transaction records by 2026
The UK mandates transaction data collection by crypto exchanges, aligning with global financial surveillance trends to combat illicit finance and increase regulatory oversight of digital assets.
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Democrats Accuse Trump Administration of Enabling Cryptocurrency Corruption
Democratic lawmakers criticize the Trump administration’s approach to cryptocurrency, alleging it enables corruption and lacks proper regulatory oversight for the emerging digital asset sector.
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Turkmenistan legalizes and regulates virtual assets under a new 2026 law
Turkmenistan’s 2026 law establishes a legal framework for virtual assets, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to digital finance and regulatory oversight.
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Kalshi lawsuit alleges unlicensed sports betting and market manipulation
The lawsuit against Kalshi alleges illegal gambling and market manipulation, challenging the regulatory classification of prediction markets and posing a significant legal threat to the platform’s operations.
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CoinShares withdraws its application for a Solana exchange-traded fund
CoinShares withdrew its Solana ETF application, reflecting ongoing regulatory uncertainty for crypto investment products beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum in key markets.
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CoinShares withdraws application for a staked Solana ETF
The withdrawal suggests potential regulatory hurdles or strategic reassessment for crypto investment products, impacting Solana’s institutional adoption path and market sentiment.
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Turkmenistan Legalizes Cryptocurrency Trading Under State Control Starting in 2026
Turkmenistan will permit cryptocurrency trading starting in 2026, establishing a framework for state-controlled digital asset operations within its financial system.