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Trump says he knows ‘nothing’ about UAE-linked investment in his crypto firm
Trump says he knows nothing about a UAE-linked investment in his crypto firm, a notable conflict-of-interest story.
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FinCEN, Fed Withdraw Proposal That Would Have Written Crypto Into Travel Rule Definitions
FinCEN and the Fed withdrew a proposal that would have added crypto to Travel Rule definitions; future attempts must go out for public comment.
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Coinbase gets full U.S. trust charter from federal banking regulator
The OCC upgraded Coinbase's trust status from conditional to a full national trust charter, a significant federal regulatory milestone for a major exchange.
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Labor Department Sends Final 401(k) Rule on Crypto, Other Alternatives to White House
The final Labor Department 401(k) fiduciary safe harbor rule, covering crypto and alternatives, has gone to the White House for review before publication.
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Binance, Tether and Trump crypto firms face Senate records deadline
Sen. Blumenthal ordered Binance, Tether and Trump-linked crypto firms to send records by Nov. 30, with a Jan. 4 deadline before further action.
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Blumenthal Sets Jan. 4 Deadline for Binance, Tether and Trump Crypto Firms
Senator Blumenthal sets a January 4 deadline for Binance, Tether and Trump-linked crypto firms to provide records.
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What the election results mean for crypto: State of Crypto
Analysis of what the election results mean for crypto policy, from a general newsletter on the topic.
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Bridge’s OCC Approval Opens Path to Federal Stablecoin Trust Bank
Bridge received OCC approval for a federal stablecoin trust bank, requiring $45M minimum capital, though it does not replace GENIUS Act issuer approval.
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Binance France emails announce closure of its users’ accounts on Dec. 31
Binance France is closing all user accounts on Dec. 31, with monthly fees on remaining assets starting Nov. 29.
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Pendle just put Partners Group's $2.1B infra fund onchain through NGI+
Pendle integrated Partners Group's $2.1B infrastructure fund via NGI+, with KYC and AML gated at entry and exit, making it the first closed traditional fund wired this way.
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OKX Warns MEXC Users of Deposit Freezes Ahead of FinCEN Cutoff
OKX's CEO says FinCEN special measures against MEXC are being treated like sanctions, with some MEXC users reporting USDT deposits held for review.
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Ex-FBI agent pleads guilty to stealing $2.47 million in crypto from wallets tied to 35 investigations
Former FBI agent pleaded guilty to stealing $2.47M in crypto from seized-case wallets, with restitution and forfeiture terms.
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Binance users in some European countries told to pull crypto before fees kick in, with accounts closing by year end
Binance is closing accounts in several European countries by Dec. 31 after telling users to withdraw before new fees start.
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U.S. Treasury moves to cut off crypto exchange MEXC over $16 billion in alleged illicit flows
US Treasury moves to cut off exchange MEXC over alleged role in roughly $16 billion of illicit Russian-linked flows.
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How to Check Crypto Companies and Wallet Addresses in OFAC Records
Practical guide to checking crypto companies and addresses against OFAC records and the tool's limits.
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US Sanctions Eight Canadian Money Firms Over Alleged Iran Crypto Links
OFAC sanctioned eight Canadian money firms over alleged Iran crypto links and listed six Tron addresses, freezing covered assets.
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MEXC Says Withdrawals Continue as FinCEN Orders US Financial Cutoff
MEXC says withdrawals continue while FinCEN orders a US financial cutoff; the transfer ban takes effect 30 days after Federal Register publication.
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U.S. Treasury Cuts Off MEXC From U.S. Financial System Over Alleged $16 Billion in Illicit Flows
FinCEN's final order under section 9714(a) bars U.S. financial institutions from dealings with MEXC Global 30 days after Federal Register publication, citing at least $16B in alleged illicit flows.
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US Treasury walks back crypto surveillance ‘travel rule’ proposal
US Treasury withdrew its proposal to expand the crypto travel rule, a notable policy reversal.
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Binance hack is ‘cyber war,’ TRM Labs executive says
TRM Labs' Ari Redbord calls for offensive government action against North Korean hackers after the record $6.3B Binance theft.
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Greece Passes Crypto Tax Law With 10% Gains Levy, 15% on Staking and DeFi
Greece approved a crypto tax framework with a €500 annual gains threshold, a 10% gains levy, and 15% on staking and DeFi income, leaving token swap questions open.
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US 401(k) proposal leaves door open to altcoins, but hurdles remain
A 401(k) proposal does not exclude altcoins, but experts see hurdles for smaller tokens in retirement plans.
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Why a Hyperliquid Treasury Firm Wants to Become a US Futures Broker
Hyperliquid Strategies has applied to become a US futures commission merchant, which would allow Americans to trade perpetuals on Hyperliquid markets pending approval.
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Democratic Midterm Wins Alter the Crypto and AI Landscape
Galaxy Research piece on how the Democratic midterm wins may reshape crypto and AI policy; snippet is empty.
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Russia finalizes crypto trading rules ahead of Nov. 17 rollout
Russia finalized rules letting retail investors trade BTC, ETH and USDT through regulated intermediaries from Nov. 17, with Moscow Exchange planning December launch.
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Merkley-Raskin Bill Would Ban Election and Sports Contracts on US Exchanges
Merkley-Raskin bill would ban election and sports event contracts on US exchanges; it remains in committee.
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Trump administration moves closer to allowing crypto in 401(k) retirement plans
A proposed rule to open 401(k) plans to alternative assets including crypto has reached the White House.
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US Sanctions 45 More Targets Tied to Alleged Crypto Scam Empire Prince Group
OFAC sanctioned 45 more targets tied to Prince Group, accused of helping executives hide assets and evade earlier sanctions.
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U.S. prediction markets regulator issues demand that clashes directly with courts
The CFTC says regulated prediction exchanges cannot cut off customers state by state, clashing with court orders that let Kalshi do exactly that.
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Binance-Controlled Korean Exchange GOPAX Stops Trading, Makes Users Email to Withdraw Crypto
Binance-controlled Korean exchange GOPAX halted trading on regulator advice and now processes crypto withdrawals only by emailed request.