According to a four-page memo by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, the US DoJ is closing its crypto enforcement division, NCET.
Stock and crypto markets crashed on Apr. 7, 2025. Media dubbed this day a Black Monday, similar to Black Thursday of 2020, Black Monday of 1987, and other “black” dates of the strongest market crashes.
The US Department of Justice on Monday announced that it is officially disbanding its crypto crime unit, which was dedicated to crypto-related investigations, reported Forbes. U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche made the announcement stating “The Department of Justice is not a digital assets regulator.
Australia's financial regulator has shut down 95 companies linked to crypto and romance scams. On April 7, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) announced that the Federal Court approved its request to dissolve these entities due to misconduct and fake registrations.
Binance has released the results of its first-ever “Vote to Delist” initiative — and the outcome, while not entirely unexpected for those tracking low-volume or low-activity assets, still landed as a sudden and final decision for 14 tokens, which the platform confirmed will be officially delisted on April 16, 2025.
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Arthur Hayes predicts China's yuan devaluation amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions could drive capital into Bitcoin, reviving historical trends of crypto demand during periods of economic uncertainty. The post Arthur Hayes Says China's Tariff Response Could Drive Capital Into Crypto – Here's Why appeared first on Cryptonews.
The legal standoff between the Nigerian government and Binance, the world's leading crypto exchange, continues with new developments. On April 7, 2025, a Nigerian court postponed a tax evasion hearing involving Binance to April 30.
Using the blockchain, we can fund a green energy transition in the communities that need it most and have historically had the fewest options.
Yesterday, a new chapter opened with the announcement of a strategic partnership between Mastercard and Kraken, one of the most important crypto exchange platforms in the world. The goal? To facilitate the use of cryptocurrencies in everyday payments, in the United Kingdom and throughout Europe. The collaboration between Kraken and Mastercard aims to definitively bridge the gap between traditional finance and crypto-economy, increasing the accessibility and simplicity of cryptocurrency payments. The message is clear: allow the millions of Kraken users to spend their digital assets at over 150 million merchants worldwide that accept Mastercard.
Australian regulators have received court approval to shut down 95 companies suspected of running scams involving cryptocurrency and online relationships.
In these days of great difficulty in the crypto markets, there are strong doubts about whether a true altcoin season might occur during 2025. However, these are largely doubts driven more by the (negative) emotion of the moment than by a rational analysis of the medium/long-term trend, so much so that it is not at all possible to rule out that there could be an altseason by the end of the year.
Pakistan, often seen as a sleeping economic giant, seems determined to rewrite its financial destiny. In a masterstroke strategic move, the country has just appointed Changpeng Zhao (CZ), former CEO of Binance, as a key advisor to its Crypto Council (PCC).
The gambling niche is one of the fastest-growing industries in the entertainment sector. We have moved from handling physical chips at a popular Las Vegas casino to tapping your phone on an online site. In this article, we will focus more on how game designs have massively shifted the crypto generation.
Australia's ASIC has shut down 95 companies linked to crypto romance scams, following a court ruling that found evidence of fraudulent operations.
Binance will delist 14 tokens from its platform on Apr. 16, following the results of its first batch of the “Vote to Delist” initiative.
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has issued new regulatory guidance for licensed virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs) and SFC-authorized virtual asset funds (VA Funds) regarding the provision and engagement in staking services.
A Nigerian high court postponed Binance's tax evasion case until April 30 as the exchange contested how authorities served legal papers.
James A. Murphy is suing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to force the agency to reveal what it knows about the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, following claims that DHS may have information on the pseudonymous figure. The U.S.
Six people in Spain have been arrested in connection with a large-scale investment scam that used artificial intelligence (AI) tools and fake online promotions to steal over $20 million from more than 200 people.
Many retail investors use predictive tools to make their investment strategies in today's unstable global financial landscape. One tool that has gained widespread attention recently is the Benner Cycle.
A Nigerian court delayed Binance's $2 billion tax evasion case to April 30 as the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) prepares its response to a legal challenge.
FORTH rose as high as 15% after Binance Futures announced it will be launching a USDT-margined perpetual contract for the Ampleforth token.
Nigerian court postpones $81.5 billion Binance tax case to April 30 as the crypto exchange challenges legal service methods.
The percentage of Singaporeans who hold cryptocurrency is on the rise, with 26% now holding digital currency in 2024.
Nigeria's tax agency accuses Binance of owing $2 billion in unpaid corporate taxes and penalties for 2022 and 2023.
DeFi lending is one of the closely watched crypto sectors. The sector is a proxy for ETH recovery, while also becoming a key producer for fees and incentives.
In a recent move, Binance has removed 14 tokens from its platform triggering massive sell-off and panic in traders. This comes as part of Binance's new mechanism to involve its community in its listing-delisting processes. Binance announced early Tuesday during Asia's trading hours that it will delist the following tokens.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink hints at what will happen next, following the crypto market's sharp downturn, wiping billions in value. So, is a recovery in sight, or are we bracing for more pain?
As the second week of April begins, several crypto airdrops are set to capture the attention of market participants.
Former Binance CEO CZ Zhao joins Pakistan's new Crypto Council as strategic adviser to help develop regulation and attract investment in digital assets.
Australia has cracked down on 95 companies that are believed to have operated crypto investment and romance scams under the guise of legitimate businesses.
The crypto market is regaining its colors after the "Black Monday" on April 7, which led to over one billion dollars in liquidations within 24 hours. Currently, the global crypto market capitalization stands at 2.53 trillion dollars, up 3.08% in a day, signaling a possible return of investor confidence.
On April 6, 2025, the F1 Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka Circuit concluded successfully, where Oracle Red Bull Racing in F1's Max Verstappen took pole position, led from start to finish, and clinched the victory. With this win, he secured his fourth consecutive triumph at the Japanese round, surpassing Michael Schumacher's record of three straight wins, and laid a rock‑solid foundation for Oracle Red Bull Racing in F1's championship campaign this season.
Opinion by: William Campbell, advisory lead at USDKG Stablecoins were heralded as a breakthrough in the cryptocurrency space as a way to marry the lightning-fast, borderless nature of digital assets with the stability of traditional currencies. They achieve this by pegging their value to reserves like fiat currencies or commodities.
US-China trade tensions and potential yuan devaluation may trigger capital flight into Bitcoin, says BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission is preparing for a conference on crypto trading regulations.
Yesterday, The Blockchain Group announced the free allocation of share subscription warrants (BSA) to its shareholders. This concerns the issuance of the BSA 2025-01, allocated free of charge to all shareholders in proportion to the number of shares owned.
Binance, the largest crypto exchange by trading volume metrics, decided to delist 14 altcoins, sending the affected tokens to a free fall.
Pakistan chooses Changpeng Zhao (CZ) to lead the Web3 revolution. A move that aims to transform the country into a global hub for cryptocurrencies and blockchain. Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has been appointed as strategic advisor of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC). The announcement came during a high-level meeting led by the Finance Minister, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb.
More than half of Singapore holders are using digital assets for payments as crypto ownership climbs to 26%, survey reveals.
Hong Kong's SFC has issued new crypto staking guidelines for virtual asset trading platforms and custodians to improve investor protection.
Hong Kong crypto staking investors are set to enjoy regulatory protection under new guidance.
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.
Bitcoin and most crypto tokens remain in a deep bear market after crashing by double digits from their all-time highs. BTC has crashed from the all-time high of $109,200 in January to the current $79,400. Other tokens like Ethereum, Solana, and Cardano have also plunged hard this year.
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.