Category: Law of the Chain
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Heather Morgan prison sentence remains unchanged despite false commutation claims
This correction addresses misinformation about a high-profile crypto criminal case, highlighting the importance of accurate legal reporting in the blockchain space.
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Brazil brings cryptocurrency under banking rules and targets stablecoin payments
Brazil’s central bank now regulates crypto assets under banking rules, focusing on stablecoin payments to enhance financial system integration and consumer protection standards.
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Canary XRP ETF approved with 8-A filing for Nasdaq listing
The approval enables traditional market exposure to XRP through regulated investment vehicles, expanding cryptocurrency accessibility for institutional and retail investors via Nasdaq listing.
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U.S. Senate passes bill to end record government shutdown and sends to House
The Senate’s passage of this bill moves to reopen federal operations, addressing economic disruptions and restoring public services after the longest shutdown in history.
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US Senate passes bill to reopen longest government shutdown
The Senate’s action ends the longest federal closure, restoring services and pay for workers while highlighting legislative gridlock risks to government stability.
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Bank of England proposes temporary stablecoin limit in new regulatory regime
The Bank of England’s proposed temporary cap on stablecoin issuance aims to mitigate systemic risks during the transition to new regulatory frameworks for digital currencies.
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New draft legislation proposes cryptocurrency market structure and regulatory framework
The draft crypto market structure bill establishes regulatory frameworks for digital assets, addressing classification and oversight to provide legal clarity for industry participants.
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Senate agriculture leaders propose CFTC oversight for crypto spot trading
This regulatory proposal would shift oversight from the SEC to the CFTC, impacting market structure and potentially providing clearer rules for digital asset trading.
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‘Cryptoqueen’ faces sentencing over $6.5 billion Bitcoin stash
The sentencing of ‘Cryptoqueen’ for a $6.5B Bitcoin stash underscores regulatory crackdowns on crypto fraud, highlighting legal risks and enforcement in digital asset markets.
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Japan considers stricter oversight for cryptocurrency management companies
Japan’s regulatory move aims to enhance investor protection and market stability, reflecting global trends toward stricter cryptocurrency oversight and compliance requirements.
