The tiny kingdom, formerly known as Swaziland, is looking at better domestic accessibility and cross-border trade with a proposed CBDC.

Liberland was founded by Czech libertarian politician Vít Jedlička on April 13, 2015, in an area located between Croatia and Serbia.

According to CoinGecko, political-themed meme coins have outperformed the broader cryptocurrency market after their total market capitalization surged by 10% to more than $802 million.

SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda criticized the agency's approach to crypto regulation and acknowledged that it has been a “disaster for the whole industry.” He made the statement on Oct. 9, during an appearance on the Fox Business show “Mornings with Maria,” in response to questions about the SEC's recent actions against prominent crypto firms.

The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai has moved decisively, slapping cease-and-desist orders on seven VASPs. This is all a part of VARA's continued attempts to make sure everyone follows its rules, especially when it comes to crypto marketing and licensing.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) handling of cryptocurrency has been nothing short of a mess. Mark Uyeda, SEC Commissioner, made that clear during his appearance on ‘Mornings with Maria' when he described their crypto policy as “a disaster.

The Chamber of Digital Commerce praised Sen. Hagerty for leading the Senate version of the Clarity for Payment Stablecoins Act.

Millennials are the most likely to pick riskier and more diverse types of ETF. This age cohort also relies on education and active selection with the goal of building an outperforming portfolio with a significant share of crypto.

Cumberland allegedly had $2 billion worth of unregistered crypto dealing since 2018.

Binance's ex-CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) is out of jail and will make his first public appearance in Dubai this October. CZ will attend the Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai on October 30-31 in his “personal capacity.

U.S. regulators have imposed $32 billion in fines on crypto companies to resolve compliance disputes. Who did they make the most money from?

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stepped up its regulatory scrutiny of the crypto industry by charging Cumberland DRW LLC with operating as an “unregistered dealer”, underscoring the agency's relentless enforcement approach that has come under increasing criticism from stakeholders and advocates in the digital asset space. Accused Of Trading $2B In Crypto As ‘Unregistered Dealer' In a statement released on Thursday, the SEC revealed that Chicago-based Cumberland DRW is accused of trading over $2 billion in crypto assets offered and sold as alleged “securities” in violation of federal registration requirements designed to protect investors.

According to a recent survey published by Texas-based multinational financial services company Charles Schwab, nearly half of ETF investors (45%) plan to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies.

A recent survey conducted by American financial powerhouse Charles Schwab revealed that nearly half of the respondents (45%) are gearing up to invest in cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

OKX launched its AED-denominated trading service in the UAE after earning full regulatory approval from the VARA.

Former FTX executive Ryan Salame has once again requested to push back his prison surrender date on charges stemming from his time at Sam Bankman-Fried's doomed crypto exchange.

Crypto billionaire and Tron founder Justin Sun is set to take on his new role as Prime Minister of Liberland, also known as the Free Republic of Liberland. Liberland is a self-declared micro-nation located on the western bank of the Danube River, between Croatia and Serbia.

Gaming giant Ubisoft has revealed its pioneering Web3 game will go live later this October.

CattleProof's cow NFTs have officially become a part of the USDA's record.

A recent Schwab Asset Management study indicates ETF investors' sentiment remains upbeat despite market and political uncertainty. What Happened: The 2024 edition of "ETFs and Beyond," an annual study by Schwab Asset Management, stated that 75% of survey respondents feel confident their portfolios would recover from a deep recession or black swan event.

Crypto was the leading asset class among millennial ETF investors, topping even stocks and bonds, the survey showed.

On Wednesday, Republican SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda said "our policies and our approach over the last several years have been just really a disaster for the whole industry."

A Texas drug trafficking cartel comprising six individuals has been slapped with sentences ranging from probation to 84 months for money laundering involving cryptocurrencies.

U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler, at a recent event at New York University (NYU) School of Law, expressed his doubts over the potential of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), to become widely accepted forms of payment. What Happened: In a fireside chat with former SEC Democratic Commissioner Robert Jackson Jr., Gensler indicated cryptocurrencies are likely to continue being seen primarily as a store of value rather than a widely accepted medium of exchange, as reported by CoinDesk.

Crypto investigator ZachXBT is at it again. This time, he's gone after a UK scammer named Faris Ali, also known as Zay or Tommy, for his alleged involvement in a home invasion that led to a $4.3 million crypto theft.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has charged the crypto market-maker Cumberland DRW with acting as an unregistered dealer.

Crypto analytics platform Santiment is naming 20 digital assets that may soon rally based upon one key metric.

CARV, a modular data layer for gaming and artificial intelligence, has seen the price of its native token surge sharply in the past 24 hours. The CARV platform launched its token on Oct.

Following months of build-up, the fintech giant Stripe officially brought back crypto payments in the US, a product lead announced yesterday via X.

As the world of cryptocurrency expands, the demand for secure and flexible wallets increases. Picking the right wallet is crucial for keeping your crypto safe, easy to manage, and profitable. Both newcomers and experienced crypto enthusiasts need to choose the best decentralized wallet, as each offers unique features suited to different needs and lifestyles.

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) revealed on October 10 plans to investigate Upbit, the nation's largest cryptocurrency exchange, over concerns about its market dominance.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Chicago-based Cumberland DRW LLC with operating as an unregistered dealer in the crypto asset market. The SEC alleges that the company traded more than $2 billion in crypto assets, which were offered and sold as securities, without proper registration.

Changpeng Zhao, widely known as “CZ,” the former CEO and co-founder of Binance, has recently suggested he may leave the United States after completing his four-month prison sentence stemming from a settlement with US authorities. Zhao's release from a US correctional facility occurred on September 27, just two days earlier than initially expected.

In crypto's fast market, meme coins rotate in and out of the limelight regularly, largely because they are topical by nature.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged Cumberland DRW LLC on Thursday with acting as an unregistered dealer for more than $2 billion in crypto assets, the agency said in a statement.

The regulator alleged the company "bought and sold" crypto assets that were sold as securities, but did not register as a securities dealer.

47% of the traditional hedge funds have exposure to cryptocurrencies. Out of 100 hedge funds, 42% were focused on traditional assets.

South Korean law now allows married couples to divide cryptocurrency holdings during a divorce settlement. This follows a 2018 ruling by South Korea's Supreme Court, which classified cryptocurrencies as property due to their economic value.

21Shares launches FUTR, its first megatheme crypto ETP in Europe. FUTR offers exposure to six major trends in the crypto economy.

VARA issued cease-and-desist orders and fines to seven unlicensed crypto entities. VARA emphasizes consumer protection and compliance in its regulatory framework.

South Korea's FSC is planning to lift the spot ETF ban. The deposits from Upbit make about 20% of all the deposits into K-bank.

Crypto continues to gain momentum among younger investors, with 62% of Millennial ETF investors planning to allocate a portion of their portfolios to digital assets in the coming year, according to Charles Schwab's 2024 ETFs and Beyond Study.

OKX announced that it officially launched its trading platform in the United Arab Emirates to all retail and institutional investors after acquiring a full operating license. In the statement, the exchange declared that UAE residents who had completed the necessary onboarding process on its website or app could access OKX's service offerings.

The SEC's actions highlight increased regulatory scrutiny in the crypto industry, potentially reshaping compliance standards and market dynamics. The post SEC charges Cumberland DRW for operating as unregistered crypto dealer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The drama around Mango Labs just never seems to stop. Its problems are with its own members, too.

The drama around Mango Labs just never seems to stop. Its problems are with its own members, too.

The U.S. SEC said Cumberland DRW LLC acted as a dealer without being registered when buying and selling $2 billion of cryptocurrencies.

Maybe CBDCs are less inevitable than some people think.