Bitwise is driving more enhanced innovation in the crypto ecosystem with the plan to transition BITW product into the ETP-backed fund.

18 US states have filed a lawsuit against the SEC and its chair, Gary Gensler, accusing the agency of overstepping its authority.

Bitwise Asset Management is preparing to enhance its crypto product lineup by converting the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to a Nov. 14 statement. Bitwise revealed that NYSE Arca has filed to uplist BITW as the first crypto index fund to achieve ETF status.

Decentralised Science is now one of the most sensational topics in the cryptocurrency world. DeSci is a movement to make science more open, fair and transparent. It aims to resolve various problems faced by the scientific community, including funding and data-sharing challenges.

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority cautions the public about crypto firms misrepresenting themselves as banks, potentially violating the Banking Ordinance.

Crypto-asset service providers that carry out transfers must choose a screening system that allows them to comply with the EU's restrictive measures regimes.

Representative Matt Gaetz of Florida is the latest name to get a post under Trump's second administration. He will serve as the next Attorney General.

Eighteen US state attorneys general have filed a lawsuit against US SEC Chair Gary Gensler while claiming the SEC's broader crackdown violates federalism principles.

Eighteen U.S. states have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the SEC's authority over cryptocurrency regulation, citing $426 million in industry costs and arguing for state regulatory rights.

BitMEX announces the listing of SWELLUSDT and APUUSDT perpetual swaps, offering traders up to 50x leverage starting November 15, 2024, according to BitMEX.

Due to the alleged KYC violations, Upbit reportedly faces fines of $71,500 per case in addition to possible issues with Upbit's business license renewal.

Donald Trump's pick of Jay Clayton for U.S. Attorney brings back a regulatory heavyweight known for reshaping crypto rules at the SEC.

Chip behemoth Nvidia is reporting quarterly results and global PMI data is rolling in as markets continue to digest the fallout from Donald Trump's U.S. presidential election win, with bitcoin and the euro taking centre-stage.

Bitwise Asset Management announced that NYSE Arca has applied to list the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) as an exchange-traded product (ETP).

The London-based stablecoin startup BVNK is exploring a new funding round, aiming to raise $50 million, as investor appetite for the sector grows.

The mastermind behind one of the most egregious cryptocurrency hacks, Ilya "Dutch" Lichtenstein, has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a 2016 hack.

The DeFi Education Fund has mounted a serious legal challenge against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in an effort to clip the agency's wings.

Blockchain technology could redefine audiobook ownership, offering users real ownership through tokenization. Explore how GalaChain aims to transform the industry with decentralized solutions.

United States Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler has remained unwavering in his attitude against crypto assets.

Ghana and Singapore partner to use blockchain technology to facilitate the trading of carbon credits. Cementing Ghana's Position as Africa's Carbon Market Leader Ghana's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has entered into an agreement to add the country's Ghana Carbon Registry (GCR) to a blockchain-based Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMO) network.

Asset manager Bitwise filed for a multi-crypto ETF comprising a basket of digital assets on Thursday, as the chorus grows for the resignation of SEC Chair Gary Gensler. The Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) will comprise a basket of 10 digital assets, probably the largest by market cap.

President-elect Donald Trump posted on his social media platform Truth Social that there would be no place for Jamie Dimon in his administration before thanking Dimon for his contribution to the U.S. The statement comes nearly a week after Dimon revealed that he had no intention of leaving his position as the CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co. to vie for a seat in Trump's office.

These states have come together to file a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its chief, Gary Gensler. They say the SEC has gone too far with its rules, trying to control the crypto industry in ways they believe are unfair and beyond its power.

Consensys' Joe Lubin unveils sovs.xyz, inviting users to declare personal sovereignty on-chain as a step toward a decentralized, self-governed future.

The UK government reportedly plans to unveil new cryptocurrency regulations this month, aiming to bolster the UK's position as a global crypto hub amid increasing competition from the U.S., where recent policy shifts under Donald Trump favor the industry.

SEC Chief Gary Gensler hinted at stepping down while defending his crypto enforcement record in a Thursday speech. The post SEC Chief Gary Gensler Drops Resignation Hint While Defending Crypto Enforcement Record appeared first on Cryptonews.

President Javier Milei advocated for maintaining a separation of crypto and state. The Argentine leader stated that private cryptocurrencies might collaborate to end the state monopoly on currency, and rejected CBDCs.

Last year, Ilya Lichtenstein and his social media rapper wife pled guilty to laundering $4.5 billion worth of Bitcoin from Bitfinex. The post Mastermind Behind Bitfinex Hack Gets 5-Year Sentence for Money Laundering appeared first on Cryptonews.

Lichtenstein stole about 120,000 Bitcoins from the exchange, valued at over $10.5 billion at current market rates. He and his wife pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering.

In a letter dated November 13, the Digital Chamber of Commerce formally requested the US government to allow federal employees to own cryptocurrency.

He also pushed back against rumors he was seeking “some crypto role” in the Treasury department, claiming they were “also wrong.”

The cryptocurrency market, led by Bitcoin (BTC), has experienced low bullish sentiments in the past five days. The total crypto market cap slipped 4 percent in the past 24 hours to hover about $3.03 trillion on Friday, November 15, during the early Asian session.

Crypto companies have been “living in fear in a gas-lit world for a long time,” said Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin.

Consensys CEO Joe Lubin anticipates a favorable shift for the crypto industry with Donald Trump's reelection, expecting that many SEC cases against crypto firms could be “dismissed or settled.

SuiNS launches the NS token, introducing governance and decentralized identity features to enhance community involvement and streamline blockchain interactions.

Chris Williams, CEO of OpSec, a purported AI Cloud Security platform, announced that he and “the entire core team” resigned. Williams cited a recent investigation from ZachXBT, who claimed that OpSec was fraudulent.

Move comes amid anticipated competition from the U.S. as a preferable destination for crypto startups following Donald Trump's victory.

President-elect Donald Trump said former Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Jay Clayton would be his U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, heading up the state's Department of Justice branch.

18 Republican states have sued the SEC, claiming it exceeded its constitutional authority and unfairly targeted the crypto industry under Chair Gary Gensler. The post Biden's SEC Under Legal Attack from 18 Republican States Over Crypto Policies appeared first on Cryptonews.

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former SEC chair Jay Clayton to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

Bitwise Asset Management plans to list its Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund as an ETP on NYSE Arca.

Eighteen U.S. states have teamed up in a bold lawsuit against the SEC. They aim to challenge what they see as federal overreach in crypto regulation. The lawsuit is led by Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman. The group includes AGs like Florida's Ashley Moody, Texas's Ken Paxton, and Tennessee's Jonathan Skrmetti.

Tim Cook isn't just a fan of iOS. In a post shared by DealBook on November 9th, Apple's Tim Cook also believes in supporting and investing in crypto.

In a speech during the Practicing Law Institute and the 56th Annual Institute on Securities Regulation held in New York on Thursday, November 14, US SEC Chair Gary Gensler hinted he may be leaving the agency soon. In regards to the crypto market, Gensler highlighted that Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins are not securities.

BITCOIN Bitcoin ($BTC) remains the 7th largest asset Reached a new ATH (All-Time High) of $93,477 LINEA Announced plans to launch a $LINEA token in Q1 2025 ROBINHOOD Expanded crypto listing to include $OL, $SPF, $PEPE, Cardano $ADA XRP $XRP CAPE GoTo Group and ORL Labs to scale its Identity and Data Layer for gaming and dApps BITSCRUNCH bitsCru0nch $BCUT has announced its partnership with Linea $LINEA REVOLUT Plans to expand its crypto exchange services across the European Union XSWAPa XSwap ($SWAP) has announced

The Russian banking and IT behemoth Sber (aka Sberbank) will launch a crypto-powered settlements pilot. The post Russian Banking Giant Sberbank to Launch Crypto Settlements Pilot appeared first on Cryptonews.

Ilya Lichtenstein was sentenced to five years in prison for laundering nearly 120,000 Bitcoin stolen in a 2016 hack of the Bitfinex exchange, valued now at around $10.5 billion.