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State of Crypto
Blockchain for Europe Exec on EU Potentially Banning Dollar-Pegged Stablecoins
The European Union could potentially ban U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins in 27 countries if the union finalizes the new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) legislation. Blockchain for Europe Secretary General Robert Kopitsch breaks down the legislation.
IRS Serves ‘John Doe’ Summons to sFOX Looking for Possible Tax Evaders
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) served a “John Doe” summons on crypto prime dealer sFOX earlier this week, sFOX Head of Operations Christopher Behnke said. The move allows the tax agency to hunt for potential tax evaders who are using company services. Behnke added the company is reviewing the document internally and contemplating next steps.
Voyager Can Now Pay ‘Retention’ Rewards to Employees, US Judge Rules
A federal judge ruled that crypto lender Voyager Digital, which is undergoing bankruptcy proceedings, can pay more than 30 employees a collective $1.6 million as a "retention" award. CoinDesk's Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what this means for crypto regulation and an outlook into the troubled lender's future.
Crypto Advocate Michelle Bond Loses Primary Bid for Congress
Michelle Bond lost her primary bid to be the Republican congressional candidate for her New York district. CoinDesk's Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what this means for crypto candidates across the country. Plus, what to expect from Voyager's bankruptcy hearing.
Rep Tom Emmer Asks Treasury Department to Explain Tornado Cash Sanctions
U.S. Congressman Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) asked the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) to explain its sanctioning of crypto mixer Tornado Cash in an open letter tweeted Tuesday. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the details.
Crypto Banks Are One Step Closer to Reality Under New Fed Guidance
The Federal Reserve’s guidance for approving master account access is a major milestone for crypto banks, but it still leaves much to be desired.
Breaking Down Fed’s Guidance for Crypto Banks to Tap Central Banking System
The U.S. Federal Reserve announced last week it is publishing its final guidance for novel financial institutions to access its “master accounts” and participate in the global payment system. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what this means for crypto banks and regulation.
FDIC Orders Crypto Exchange FTX US, 4 Others to Cease 'Misleading' Claims
The U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) published five cease-and-desist orders last Friday, including one to crypto exchange FTX US, alleging it mislead investors by suggesting their accounts are insured through the government agency. CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the details.
DOJ Calls for Examiner to Probe Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius
The U.S. Trustee office, which oversees bankruptcy matters, said an independent probe into Celsius' financials is needed to address "significant transparency issues" in the crypto lender's bankruptcy case, according to a court filing Thursday. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the details.
Stablecoin Issuer Tether Taps New Accounting Firm
Stablecoin issuer Tether has tapped BDO Italia to take over from MHA Cayman on its regular attestation reports. It said it plans to publish the reports every month rather than once a quarter. CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the details.