The U.S. SEC is once again spotlighting crypto — but this time, with open arms. In a positive move that could reshape how crypto trading is regulated in the U.S., the SEC is bringing together major crypto players for a roundtable discussion on April 11, 2025.
Binance has partnered with Worldpay to integrate Apple Pay and Google Pay into its fiat-to-crypto ecosystem, making it easier for users to purchase crypto using familiar payment methods.
A lawsuit was filed by crypto lawyer James Murphy to compel the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to disclose whether it has information about Satoshi Nakamoto.
China's response to America's sweeping trade tariffs could result in capital flight to Bitcoin and crypto, according to BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes.“If not the Fed [Federal Reserve], then the PBOC [People's Bank of China] will give us the Yahtzee ingredients,” said Hayes on X on April 8 in reference to the catalyst needed to resume the crypto market bull run.
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued guidelines to allow crypto platforms and funds in the jurisdiction to offer staking services. The new rules are part of the regulator's roadmap to develop Hong Kong's digital assets ecosystem.
A Nigerian court has reportedly delayed the country's tax evasion case against Binance until April 30 to give time for Nigeria's tax authority to respond to a request from the crypto exchange.Reuters reported on April 7 that a lawyer for Binance, Chukwuka Ikwuazom, asked a court the same day to invalidate an order allowing for court documents to be served to the company via email. Binance doesn't have an office in Nigeria and Ikwuazom claimed the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) didn't get court permission to serve court documents to Binance outside the country.
Cryptocurrency exchange giant Binance has once again garnered substantial investor attention with its latest announcement on the restaking protocol KernelDAO. On Tuesday, April 8, the CEX revealed its 4th Megadrop project, KERNEL, whilst also revealing plans to list the token soon.
A Nigerian court has postponed Binance's tax evasion case to April 30, giving the country's tax agency more time to respond to the exchange's legal filings, according to Binance's legal team. Nigeria Demands $81B for Unpaid Taxes and Damages The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is demanding $2 billion in unpaid taxes and $79.
Digital asset investment products experienced $240 million in outflows last week, primarily driven by concerns over global economic headwinds. However, blockchain equities attracted $8 million in inflows as investors capitalized on recent price dips.
A Nigerian court postponed Binance's tax evasion case to April 30 as the exchange challenges the validity of how it was served legal documents. The post Binance Tax Evasion Case in Nigeria Adjourned to April 30: Report appeared first on Cryptonews.
Artificial intelligence and crypto investment firm Galaxy Digital has been given the nod from the US Securities and Exchange Commission to list on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The company, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), plans to relocate its home base from the Cayman Islands to Delaware, according to an April 7 statement from Galaxy, pending shareholder and TSX approval.
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has been appointed strategic advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council, reinforcing the country's commitment to building a competitive and regulated digital asset ecosystem. CZ to Advise Pakistan Crypto Council on Regulation and Web3 Adoption Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of Binance, has been named strategic advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC).
Pakistan has appointed Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao as a strategic advisor to its Crypto Council, as it moves to build a regulated framework for digital assets. The post Pakistan Taps Changpeng Zhao to Help Shape National Crypto Strategy appeared first on Cryptonews.
Galaxy Digital is moving closer to its long-awaited U.S. stock market debut after the Securities and Exchange Commission approved the company's registration statement. According to the company's official statement on Apr.
Bitcoin's outflows were the biggest contributor, but digital assets overall proved resilient, with regional variations in inflows and outflows across markets.
Australia's corporate watchdog has been given the nod to shut down 95 “hydra” companies that it suspects engaged in crypto investment and romance scams, known as “pig butchering.”The Australian Securities and Investments Commission's application to wind up the companies was approved by the Federal Court of Australia on just and equitable grounds after ASIC found that most of the companies had been incorporated with false information.
Nigeria is seeking $81.5 billion from Binance, alleging its activities harmed the economy and devalued the Naira.
The company said that it will hold a special shareholder meeting on May 9 to approve the reorganization plan.
Galaxy plans to hold a shareholder vote in May to decide how it proceeds with its quest to get listed on the Nasdaq exchange.
The total crypto market capitalization has dropped by 30% from its peak in December 2024, falling from $3.9 trillion to $2.7 trillion by April 2025.
Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, former CEO of Binance, has joined Pakistan's newly formed Crypto Council as a strategic advisor.
At this week's series of Web3 events in Hong Kong, industry leaders are highlighting real world asset (RWA) tokenization as a pivotal evolution in blockchain's journey toward mainstream adoption.
VK, Russia's major social media platform, is ending its NFT marketplace amid worsening losses, advising users to move their digital assets before April 15. The shutdown reflects declining interest in NFTs. The post Russian Social Media Company VK to Shut Down its NFT Marketplace Over Recorded Losses appeared first on Cryptonews.
Crypto attorney James Murphy sues the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to uncover potential records on Satoshi Nakamoto's identity, citing a 2019 claim of a face-to-face interview with Bitcoin's creators. The post Crypto Lawyer Sues DHS Over Satoshi Nakamoto Identity Records appeared first on Cryptonews.
Stablecoin company Cap has raised $11 million in seed funding led by Franklin Templeton, Susquehanna International Group, and Triton Capital to advance its yield-generating stablecoin protocol. Franklin Templeton Backs Cap's $11M Seed Round Stablecoin company Cap has raised $11 million in a seed funding round led by Triton Capital, Franklin Templeton, and Susquehanna International Group.
Crypto attorney James Murphy, also known on X as MetaLawMan, just filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Washington, D.C., demanding the release of information that could expose the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the unknown figure behind Bitcoin, according to a report by Crypto In America.
Pakistan has just become the latest country to take public interest in crypto, tapping Changpeng Zhao, the co-founder of the world's largest crypto exchange, Binance, to set up a platform that will be able to compete globally in digital finance.
Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao has reportedly been appointed to advise Pakistan on Web3 and blockchain technology. Local media in Pakistan is reporting that CZ has joined the Pakistan Crypto Council as a strategic advisor for the country of 247 million.
Galaxy Digital is moving closer to a U.S. stock market listing after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved its registration statement tied to a corporate reorganization.
In a bold retaliatory move, China tightens rare earth exports, sending shockwaves through global tech, defense, and crypto sectors. Is the U.S. underestimating China's leverage?
Crypto-friendly country, Pakistan has just appointed Binance's founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) as its strategic crypto advisor amid heightened interest in crypto adoption.
Crypto markets are reeling as aggressive U.S. tariffs ignite global economic turmoil, triggering a $1 trillion wipeout and fueling extreme volatility, Binance Research finds. Binance Warns of Prolonged Crypto Volatility Amid US Tariff Shock Crypto exchange Binance published research on April 7 analyzing the fallout from escalating U.S.
The US Treasury Department sanctioned eight (8) crypto wallets associated with the Russian crypto exchange Garantex and the Houthi military organization.
A Nigerian court has adjourned a tax evasion case against Binance to April 30 to allow the country's tax authority time to respond to a legal request from the exchange, according to a statement by the company's legal counsel.
Former Binance CEO Changpeng 'CZ' Zhao also joins Pakistan Crypto Council as advisor, and the stablecoin startup Cap raised $8 million in seed funding.
CoinShares reported $240 million in outflows from crypto exchange-traded products in response to U.S. trade tariff news, with market participants retreating from risk amid shifting macroeconomic signals. The post Crypto ETPs See Outflows of $240M After US Trade Tariff News: CoinShares appeared first on Cryptonews.
Crypto's worst quarter since the FTX crisis has many investors worried about the end of the bull market, but according to an industry panel, Bitcoin and altcoins' parabolic moves haven't even begun yet. In a panel discussion at the LONGITUDE by Cointelegraph event in Paris, France, MN Capital founder Michael van de Poppe said he thinks the bull market is “actually getting started from this point.
The Federal Reserve is having a closed-door meeting today to discuss potentially cutting interest rates. This would help crypto in a few ways, spurring risky investments and possibly even weakening the dollar.
Binance partners with Worldpay to integrate Apple Pay and Google Pay, enabling seamless crypto purchases via digital wallets, enhancing accessibility for millions of users globally and bridging traditional finance with blockchain innovation. The post Binance Taps Worldpay to Enable Apple Pay, Google Pay Integration appeared first on Cryptonews.
Despite the widespread crypto market plunge exceeding 10%, a select group of digital assets have managed to post significant gains.
Crypto regulation is getting a reality check as the SEC sets the stage for a groundbreaking roundtable to shape the future of digital trading oversight. SEC Gears up to Hammer out Crypto Trading Rules in Upcoming Roundtable Event The U.S.
Binance co-founder Changpeng ‘CZ' Zhao has been named strategic adviser to the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council; a move government officials described as a major step in the country's push toward becoming a global leader in blockchain innovation.
According to recent data provided by Arkham Intelligence, the portfolio of Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, has plunged by more than $30 billion from a record high.
Franklin Templeton, a global asset manager with a growing presence in the crypto and blockchain investment market, has backed an $8 million seed round for Cap.
Attorney James A. Murphy has brought action against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
Trump is threatening new tariffs on China, which would bring the total tariff rate on goods from the country to 104%.
In his annual letter to shareholders, released today, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed some concerns about the potential economic repercussions of President Donald Trump's recent tariff implementations.
James Murphy, a prominent crypto attorney widely recognized as MetaLawMan, has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The April 7 legal action aims to uncover what the government may know about the identity of Bitcoin's elusive creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.