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Nikhilesh De
Former Co-Founder of Failed Exchange Quadrigacx Revealed as Founding Member of Wonderland Project
Michael Patryn, the previously anonymous co-founder of now-defunct exchange QuadrigaCX, has been revealed as the alleged founder of DeFi protocol Wonderland. CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the developments in the latest possible blow to the crypto industry.
New York Senate Confirms New Top Financial Regulator
The New York Department of Financial Services confirmed Adrienne Harris, a former federal official and professor, to run the Wall Street regulator Tuesday. Harris has been serving as the acting Superintendent of NYDFS since her nomination in August 2021. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the implications for crypto, fintech, and financial services regulation at large.
NY State Gov. Kathy Hochul’s DFS Nominee Moves Closer to Confirmation
The New York Senate’s finance and insurance committees convened Tuesday to hold confirmation hearings for Adrienne Harris, the acting Superintendent of the New York Department of Financial Services (DFS). CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the latest details and significance to crypto regulation.
Biden Administration to Release Executive Order on Crypto as Early as February
The White House is reportedly readying an executive order for release as soon as next month that will outline a comprehensive government strategy on cryptocurrencies, asking federal agencies to determine their risks and opportunities. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses what we know so far and what this means for crypto.
India’s Crypto Industry Has Great Expectations From New Budget
India’s cryptocurrency ecosystem is eagerly hoping for a hint of regulation from the government come Feb. 1, 2022. India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the nation’s budget, which is considered the most important financial day of the year for the world’s largest democracy.
SEC's Gensler Reportedly Wants Greater Scrutiny for Crypto Exchanges
According to a Bloomberg report, the Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, wants to apply greater pressure on crypto exchanges to bring them inside the market regulator's purview. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses what this could mean for the future of crypto. Plus, what to expect from Thursday's House Subcommittee hearing on the energy impact of blockchains.
Russian Authorities Say They’ve Dismantled REvil Ransomware Group at US Request
Russia’s top domestic intelligence agency says REvil, the Russia-based ransomware group tied to the Colonial Pipeline attack, has “ceased to exist” after it arrested 14 alleged members of the criminal organization last week. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the latest global policy and regulation and what this could mean for ransomware attacks in 2022.
What to Expect From Bitcoin Mining Hearing on Capitol Hill
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Energy and Commerce will hold a hearing Thursday to discuss the energy impact of blockchains. CoinDesk's Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De shares a preview.
Judge Rules SEC Must Surrender Hinman Email on Ether to Ripple
A federal judge ruled Thursday the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) must surrender an email with a draft of former director William Hinman’s speech on whether ether is a security to Ripple. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the latest developments in an ongoing lawsuit the regulatory agency filed against the crypto startup.
Coinbase Buys FairX to Launch Crypto Derivatives
Crypto exchange Coinbase is purchasing U.S.-based derivatives platform FairX. CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the implications for derivatives law and regulations in the U.S.