Kraken, the prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has successfully obtained a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) license, positioning itself for significant growth across the European Union (EU) derivative markets. Announced on February 3, this strategic acquisition was facilitated through the purchase of a Cypriot investment firm, a deal that has received the green light from the
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Recent revelations from on-chain investigator ZachXBT shed light on the troubling world of social engineering scams targeting Coinbase users, with losses exceeding $300 million annually. This staggering figure reflects the vulnerabilities existing within one of the leading cryptocurrency exchange platforms. As victims share their harrowing experiences on social media, it becomes evident that not only
Coinbase, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone by securing registration as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in the United Kingdom. This significant advancement was announced by Faryar Shirzad, the Chief Policy Officer at Coinbase, on February 3 via social media platform X. By obtaining this registration, Coinbase
In a notable display of resilience and strategic foresight, Kraken achieved extraordinary financial growth in 2024, doubling its revenue to an impressive $1.5 billion. This accomplishment represents a staggering 128% increase compared to the previous year. The exchange’s ability to attract customers and optimize its services has allowed it not only to expand its user
After a prolonged period of regulatory scrutiny, Kraken has announced the launch of a new onchain staking product tailored for its U.S. clientele. This initiative marks a notable comeback to the staking arena in 37 states and two territories, effectively reinstating services for a significant portion of its American users. With this new offering, users
On January 27, 2024, KuCoin, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2017, reached a significant settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) by pleading guilty to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business. This plea underscores a pivotal moment not only for KuCoin but also for the broader cryptocurrency landscape, especially relating to compliance and regulatory
As the cryptocurrency market evolves, it’s essential to decipher the emotional and psychological patterns that influence investor behavior. In the latest discussions, crypto analyst Ali Martinez has raised a significant point concerning long-term Bitcoin holders who appear to be succumbing to greed—a sentiment that can shape market trends and impact price dynamics significantly. This article
The landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States is evolving, with the recent introduction of the Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 122 signaling a transformative move by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In a marked departure from its predecessor, SAB 121, this new directive seeks to address significant regulatory impediments that have historically
In a significant step toward establishing a regulated cryptocurrency environment in Europe, OKX, a prominent digital asset exchange, has received a pre-authorization license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). This unprecedented move, announced on January 23, underscores the exchange’s ambition to expand its operations throughout the European Economic Area (EEA) from its base in
In a noteworthy development within the cryptocurrency sector, Coinbase has moved to dismiss a lawsuit filed by BiT Global which disputes the exchange’s decision to delist Wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC). This situation arises in the wake of a court’s previous rejection of BiT Global’s effort to halt the delisting via a judicial injunction. The conflict presents