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Thailand's SEC Clears Path for Crypto-Linked Derivatives
Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a significant step towards integrating digital assets into its financial framework by permitting the use of…
2/12/2026 3 min read
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Bitcoin Exchange Paxful Must Pay $4 Million Over Prostitution, Money Laundering Charges
Paxful, a prominent Bitcoin exchange, has reached a plea agreement concerning charges related to prostitution and money laundering. Initially, the exchange was subject to a…
2/11/2026 2 min read
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'This Is Not Good for Crypto': Lawmakers Slam SEC Chair for Easing Industry Policing
The crypto market is currently facing significant challenges, with a notable decline in value. Amidst this turmoil, attention is being directed at the influence of former…
2/11/2026 2 min read
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SafeMoon CEO Gets 8 Years in Prison for Crypto Fraud Scheme
Braden Karony, the CEO of SafeMoon, has been sentenced to 100 months in prison due to his involvement in a crypto fraud scheme. This case highlights significant issues…
2/10/2026 2 min read
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CFTC's 'Top Cop' Legal Team Eliminated Amid Embrace of Crypto, Prediction Markets: Report
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has undergone significant changes, particularly in its Chicago office, which has reportedly eliminated its entire team of…
2/10/2026 2 min read
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US Sentences Fugitive to 20 Years Over $73 Million Crypto Scam
A significant legal development occurred recently as a fugitive was sentenced to 20 years in prison for orchestrating a substantial cryptocurrency scam. The case highlights the…
2/10/2026 2 min read
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Polymarket Sues Massachusetts Ahead of Looming Ban of Kalshi Sports Markets
Polymarket has filed a lawsuit against the state of Massachusetts in response to impending temporary bans on prediction markets. This legal action comes as similar restrictions…
2/9/2026 2 min read
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Senator Lummis Urges Banks to 'Embrace' Stablecoins Amid CLARITY Act Stalemate
Senator Lummis from Wyoming has called on banks to accept and integrate stablecoins into their financial services. This statement comes amid ongoing delays in the progression of…
2/6/2026 2 min read
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Treasury Secretary: Crypto 'Nihilists' Who Say They Don't Need Clarity Act 'Should Move to El Salvador'
During a recent Senate testimony, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed the ongoing debate surrounding the need for regulatory clarity in the cryptocurrency sector. His…
2/5/2026 2 min read
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Nevada Moves to Bar Coinbase’s Prediction Markets Without State Gaming License
Nevada has taken steps to restrict Coinbase's operation of prediction markets within the state. This enforcement action is significant as it follows Coinbase's recent legal…
2/4/2026 2 min read
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French Police Raid X’s Paris Office in Probe of Grok AI and Illegal Content
French law enforcement conducted a raid on X's Paris office as part of a broader investigation into the company's Grok AI chatbot. This action is significant as it highlights…
2/4/2026 2 min read
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Jeffrey Epstein Invested in Bitcoin Firm Blockstream, Invited Founder Adam Back to Island
Recent revelations have surfaced regarding Jeffrey Epstein's investment in the Bitcoin firm Blockstream. Emails that have come to light indicate plans for Epstein to invite…
2/3/2026 2 min read
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