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Coinbase Will Likely Delist XRP Token as SEC Files Lawsuit Against Ripple
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Coinbase Will Likely Delist XRP Token as SEC Files Lawsuit Against Ripple

Coinbase has filed for an IPO and awaits the US SEC's review, the SEC is suing Ripple alleging XRP is security - Will Coinbase delist XRP before the battle even begins?

SEC Sues Ripple for Sale of “$1.3 Billion Unregistered Securities” as Crypto Leaders Debate over XRP
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SEC Sues Ripple for Sale of “$1.3 Billion Unregistered Securities” as Crypto Leaders Debate over XRP

The SEC has filed a lawsuit against Ripple Labs Inc. for offering unregistered “digital asset securities” through which $1.3 billion was raised.

Crypto Twitter Explodes as US SEC Aims to Sue Ripple For Sale of XRP Token as Securities
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Crypto Twitter Explodes as US SEC Aims to Sue Ripple For Sale of XRP Token as Securities

The US SEC is suing Ripple for selling its XRP token, meanwhile, Crypto Twitter has erupted with support and criticism of the less than decentralized crypto firm.

UK FCA Regulator Announces “Temporary Registration Regime” Extending Operating Deadline for Crypto Firms
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UK FCA Regulator Announces “Temporary Registration Regime” Extending Operating Deadline for Crypto Firms

The UK’s FCA has just announced a “temporary registration regime” which allows crypto firms who have previously applied to continue operating until July 2021.

Coinbase Lists DeFi Tokens AAVE, BNT, and SNX as Warning of US Crypto Wallet Regulation Looms
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Coinbase Lists DeFi Tokens AAVE, BNT, and SNX as Warning of US Crypto Wallet Regulation Looms

2020 has been all about the DeFi boom. Many crypto exchanges have welcomed the DeFi craze with open arms, notably Coinbase, with the addition of new coins.

Congress Members “Express Concern” Over Treasury’s Potential Crypto Wallet Regulations
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Congress Members “Express Concern” Over Treasury’s Potential Crypto Wallet Regulations

Four members of Congress have expressed concerns in a letter to the US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, over their rumored self-hosted crypto wallet regulation ban.

The Old World. What is going on with Digital Assets in Europe?
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The Old World. What is going on with Digital Assets in Europe?

Europe is an enormous market of more than half a billion people. As small amounts up to 8 million euros may be raised without registration of the offering, it is a very attractive market for international projects looking to reach new investors for their security token offering.

The OCC is Focused on "Not Killing" Bitcoin and Crypto says Acting Comptroller Brian Brooks
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The OCC is Focused on "Not Killing" Bitcoin and Crypto says Acting Comptroller Brian Brooks

Brian Brooks has affirmed that the OCC is not planning any ban or stringent regulation on Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies.

American Investors are in Bitcoin Buying Frenzy as BTC Price Rises, Crypto Flows in From Asia
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American Investors are in Bitcoin Buying Frenzy as BTC Price Rises, Crypto Flows in From Asia

As the Bitcoin bulls continue to run and push the BTC price to new levels, a massive amount of crypto has been shifting from East Asia to North America—a trend which could represent a huge shift in the crypto market according to Reuters.

US Lawmakers Want STABLE Act to Force Stablecoin Issuers to Secure Bank Charters
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US Lawmakers Want STABLE Act to Force Stablecoin Issuers to Secure Bank Charters

US lawmakers have introduced a new bill to Congress seeking to impose federal control over the entire stablecoin industry and would mandate issuers to secure bank charters.

Ukraine's Draft Bill on Digital Currencies Undergoes First Parliamentary Hearing
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Ukraine's Draft Bill on Digital Currencies Undergoes First Parliamentary Hearing

Ukraine's proposed draft bill for regulating digital assets in the country has passed its first parliamentary hearing.

Facebook to Launch Libra Cryptocurrency in January 2021, But in Limited Format
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Facebook to Launch Libra Cryptocurrency in January 2021, But in Limited Format

According to a new developing story, Facebook expects to launch its Libra cryptocurrency in January next year, but in a limited format.

What Coinbase CEO’s Crypto Regulation Rumors Mean for Bitcoin if Pushed by US Treasury?
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What Coinbase CEO’s Crypto Regulation Rumors Mean for Bitcoin if Pushed by US Treasury?

Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, warned that the Trump Administration may be targeting Bitcoin on its way out of office through regulation, but what impact could it have?

Coinbase CEO Warns Exiting President Trump May Drop Crypto Wallet Regulation Bomb
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Coinbase CEO Warns Exiting President Trump May Drop Crypto Wallet Regulation Bomb

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong shared rumors that the Trump Administration may rush crypto wallet regulations on traders with privacy-invading data-collection requirements.

Director of National Intelligence Warns US SEC of China’s Cryptocurrency Dominance
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Director of National Intelligence Warns US SEC of China’s Cryptocurrency Dominance

National Intelligence Director John Ratcliffe has warned the US Securities and Exchange Commission that China’s cryptocurrency dominance could put the US at a disadvantage.