UK and US online privacy threats under GDPR and CCPA in 2023
Online privacy faces threats in the UK and US, with Freddie New highlighting risks. In 2023, 60% of users reported data breaches. Key entities: GDPR, CCPA, Meta, Google.
Crypto executives urge Trump to block $3B bank fees proposal
Crypto executives including Coinbase and Kraken urge Donald Trump to halt proposed bank fees, citing potential $3B annual industry impact and stifled innovation.
US Treasury establishes 10,000 BTC strategic reserve under Janet Yellen’s policy
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced a 10,000 BTC strategic reserve, citing Bitcoin’s role in Treasury policy and financial stability alongside Ethereum and gold.
Texas seizes $2.8M in crypto from LockBit ransomware suspect in 2023
Texas authorities seized $2.8M in Bitcoin and Ethereum from an alleged ransomware operator linked to LockBit and REvil attacks in 2023.
BIS AML Score targets Bitcoin and Ethereum transactions by 2025
BIS proposes AML Score targeting crypto transactions at bank off-ramps, involving Bitcoin and Ethereum; aims to reduce illicit flows by 30% by 2025.
Tron DAO disputes Bloomberg’s $9B asset report as inaccurate
Tron DAO and Justin Sun dispute Bloomberg’s report on asset holdings, citing inaccuracies. Tron (TRX) trades at $0.12, with $9B market cap. Sun denies allegations.
Czech police arrest suspects in $1.2 million Bitcoin donation fraud
Czech police arrested two suspects in a Bitcoin donation case involving $1.2 million; investigation linked to Binance and local crypto exchanges.
US Treasury explores $10B Bitcoin purchase amid 5% price surge
Scot Bessent reveals US considers Bitcoin purchases; Treasury explores $10B allocation; Bitcoin rises 5%; SEC monitors ETF approvals; MicroStrategy holds 190K BTC.
New York crypto tax targets Bitcoin and Ethereum for $1B school funding
New York proposes a crypto tax to fund upstate schools, targeting Bitcoin and Ethereum transactions; projected revenue exceeds $1 billion annually.
Hong Kong SFC enforces stricter crypto custody rules for 11 exchanges by Q2 2024
Hong Kong SFC mandates stricter crypto custody rules for exchanges like Binance and OKX, affecting 11 licensed platforms by Q2 2024.
