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A Look Back at the State of Crypto Regulation in 2023
2023 was an eventful year for the digital assets industry. Ripple won a partial victory against the SEC, TradFi giants like BlackRock entered the spot bitcoin ETF race and FTX founder Sam Bankman Fried was found guilty of fraud. Blockchain Association Director of Government Relations Ron Hammond discusses how the crypto regulation has changed in the past 12 months. Plus, his outlook on upcoming regulatory developments in 2024.
Digital Assets Head Weighs in on Spot Bitcoin ETF Race in the U.S.
BTG Pactual head of digital assets Andre Portilho breaks down the success of spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in Brazil with both retail and institutional investors. And, whether Portilho thinks the ETF products could create similar amount of demand if approved in the U.S.
Understanding the Success of Spot Bitcoin ETFs in Brazil
As investors continue to await approval of a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the U.S., a check of Brazil finds hefty demand for such vehicles which have been trading in that country for more than two years. BTG Pactual head of digital assets Andre Portilho shares his thoughts on Brazil's cryptocurrency appetite. BTG Pactual is one of Latin America's largest asset managers.
How Might Crypto Influence the Upcoming U.S. Elections?
CoinDesk managing editor for global policy and regulation Nikhilesh De looks ahead to 2024 and what role crypto might play in Congress, after Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-NC) announced that he would retire at the end of his term.
How Upcoming Elections Around the World Could Impact the Crypto Industry
As 2023 comes to an end, CoinDesk managing editor for global policy and regulation Nikhilesh De looks ahead to the upcoming elections in the United States, European Parliament, and India. De explains how these political results might impact the crypto industry.
What's Next for Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm?
Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm pleaded not guilty back in September to charges of conspiring to operate a money transmitter or facilitate money laundering and sanctions evasion. CoinDesk managing editor for global policy and regulation Nikhilesh De breaks down what's likely next for Storm, as he is set to go on trial in September 2024.
Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm Will Go to Trial in 2024
CoinDesk managing editor for global policy and regulation Nikhilesh De shares an update on legal developments for Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm, after he pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring to operate a money transmitter or facilitate money laundering and sanctions evasion. Prosecutors allege that he helped bad actors launder over $1 billion in stolen crypto through their work building Tornado Cash.
IRS Claiming $24B in Unpaid Taxes From FTX Is 'Unusual,' Tax Expert Says
FTX is pushing back against a U.S. government's claim for $24 billion in unpaid taxes from the bankrupt crypto exchange. TaxBit head of government solutions Miles Fuller weighs in on why it's uncommon for the U.S. government to demand such a large amount of money.
FTX Pushes Back on 'Alice in Wonderland' Tax Claim From the IRS
The U.S. government's claim for $24 billion in unpaid taxes from FTX has only one source – taking cash away from its victims, according to the bankrupt crypto exchange. A recent court filing stated in part, "This Alice in Wonderland argument has no support in the law." TaxBit head of government solutions Miles Fuller shares his thoughts on the latest developments.
El Salvador’s Long-Planned Bitcoin Bonds Are 'Unserious,' LSE Policy Fellow Says
Last week, El Salvador’s National Bitcoin Office posted from its X handle stating in part "The Volcano Bond has just received regulatory approval from the Digital Assets Commission (CNAD)." Frank Muci, policy fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), discusses why he thinks El Salvador’s long-planned bitcoin (BTC) bonds are a "nothing burger."