Indian agency FIU states Binance, Kraken, Kucoin, Mexc, and others operate "illegally," violating local anti-money laundering laws, urging IT Ministry to block their websites.
In the latest amendment submission, the applicants modified the Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF filing with the US SEC.
Canadian crypto exchange Catalyx temporarily halts trading and withdrawals due to an alleged internal security breach.
In the last 24 hours, the cryptocurrency markets have witnessed selling pressure, leading to a 8 point down"Greed and Fear Index." Consequently, the current index stands at 65 on its 0 to 100 scale.
Bitcoin, the world's oldest and most valued cryptocurrency, experienced a drop below the $42,500 mark on Friday.
Popular altcoins such as Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin, Solana, and Dogecoin all registered declines.
Kaspa emerged as the biggest gainer, showing a notable 24-hour jump of over 6.30 percent.
Aave, on the other hand, was the biggest loser among the mentioned cryptocurrencies, witnessing a 24-hour dip of over 10.97 percent.
Total crypto market volume in the last 24 hours: $106B, showing a 2.75% decrease.
DeFi accounts for $8.92B in volume, constituting 11.20% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume.Stable coins contribute $70.56B in volume, comprising 88.63% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume.
Bitcoin's dominance stands at 51.48%, experiencing a 0.35% decrease over the day.
India's FIU flags nine global crypto exchanges, including Binance and Kraken, for potential violations of local anti-money laundering laws, issuing show cause notices. The G20 Roadmap for Cryptocurrency, unveiled at the recent summit, charts a coordinated strategy to tackle challenges and opportunities in the crypto space. Local exchanges like CoinSwitch Kuber and CoinDCX maintain robust KYC verifications, contrasting with some global platforms.
The US District Court ruled in favor of the SEC against Terraform Labs and its ex-CEO, Do Kwon, for selling unregistered securities related to LUNA and MIR cryptocurrencies. The court, using the Howey test, found the MIR token met the criteria. Expert testimonies were crucial, but fraud claims will proceed to trial in January 2024, impacting cryptocurrency regulation.
Ark Invest and 21Shares filed the fifth amendment to the S-1 registration statement for Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF, just before the SEC's December 29 deadline. Changes may involve authorized participants, hinting at an imminent spot Bitcoin ETF approval. Analysts suggest approval is almost certain, with positive dialogues reported between Cathie Wood and the SEC.
Canadian crypto exchange CatalX announced a security breach, suspected to involve an employee, leading to the loss of crypto assets. All trading and withdrawals are temporarily suspended. The Alberta Securities Commission issued a cease order, pausing trading until January 5, 2024. Deloitte is reportedly auditing the exchange.
VanEck expresses a bullish outlook for Bitcoin and the crypto market in 2024, labeling Bitcoin as a "screaming buy." The VanEck Digital Transformation ETF (DAPP) exceeds $100 million AUM, and the firm anticipates a robust 2024, citing factors like Bitcoin's potential new highs, the halving event, and increased crypto adoption.
Congressman Tom Emmer supports the SEC Stabilization Act, aiming to restructure the SEC and replace Chair Gary Gensler, accusing him of favoring Wall Street over Main Street. The bill, introduced by Congressman Warren Davidson, addresses concerns about the SEC's approach to digital assets.
Celsius Network gains court approval for a revised bankruptcy exit plan, shifting from the SEC-rejected NewCo proposal to a standalone Bitcoin mining focus. Creditors will receive $2 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the move signals Celsius' strategic pivot amid regulatory challenges and market dynamics.
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