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SEC's NMS Proposal Called Year's Most Consequential Crypto Rule
The SEC's proposal to rescind key National Market System rules could fundamentally reshape cryptocurrency trading platforms in the U.S. Benchmark designated it the year's most consequential crypto rule, with implications comparable to spot Bitcoin ETF approvals.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Zimbabwe Mandates Crypto Registration, Criminalizes Unlicensed Operations
Zimbabwe's central bank has implemented a mandatory registration requirement for all cryptocurrency firms, marking a shift from the nation's 2021 ban toward regulated integration. Initial registration costs $500 with $400 annual renewals, and operating without registration is now a criminal offense.
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Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial Funds UFC Fighter Bonuses in USD1 Stablecoin at White House Event
World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency venture backed by President Donald Trump, funded UFC fighter bonuses using USD1 stablecoin at a White House South Lawn event coinciding with Trump's 80th birthday. The deal marks the first time a major sports organization has directly compensated...
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CFTC Sues New Mexico Over Prediction Markets Jurisdiction
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed a lawsuit against New Mexico, alleging the state violated federal jurisdiction by permitting prediction markets and sports betting operations. The action marks the latest escalation in an ongoing jurisdictional battle between federal regulators...
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Sam Bankman-Fried's Appeal Rejected, 25-Year Sentence Upheld
A federal appeals court rejected Sam Bankman-Fried's challenge to his conviction and 25-year prison sentence on June 12, 2026, cementing one of cryptocurrency's most consequential legal outcomes. The ruling upholds the former FTX chief's November 2023 conviction on seven counts of wire fraud,...
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Bitget Secures PSAV Registration in Argentina, Expanding Latin American Operations
Bitget has obtained Virtual Asset Service Provider (PSAV) registration from Argentina's National Securities Commission (CNV), clearing the way for the exchange to operate legally in one of Latin America's fastest-growing crypto markets.
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Kalshi's Crypto Perpetuals Launch Ignites Futures vs. Swaps Regulatory Battle
Kalshi has launched regulated crypto perpetuals in the US, triggering a classification dispute over whether they should be treated as futures or swaps. The outcome could reshape American regulatory oversight of digital asset derivatives.
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Sam Bankman-Fried's Appeal Denied, 25-Year Sentence Upheld
A federal appeals court on Friday upheld Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud conviction and 25-year prison sentence, closing one of his final viable legal pathways to overturn the conviction. Judges rejected his arguments on wire fraud and conspiracy charges stemming from FTX's November 2022 collapse.
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KuCoin Faces Non-Compliance Claims Over $2M Seychelles Court Award
A Seychelles court has ruled against KuCoin in a dispute over delisted tokens, awarding a Swiss investor over $2 million in damages. The exchange has yet to pay the judgment as of June 12, 2026, according to the investor, who now plans to pursue additional legal action to enforce the court order.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Appeals Court Upholds Sam Bankman-Fried's 25-Year Sentence
A federal appeals court has rejected Sam Bankman-Fried's bid to overturn his 25-year prison sentence, delivering finality to one of the largest financial fraud cases in U.S. history. The ruling dismisses SBF's claims that the original trial failed to provide him a fair chance to defend himself.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Gensler Backs States in Prediction Market Regulatory Battle
SEC Chair Gary Gensler has publicly sided with states in their push for regulatory control over prediction markets, asserting that Congress did not intend to place sports betting under exclusive federal oversight.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Whistleblower Lawsuit Clouds xAI/SpaceX IPO as Citadel Warns on AI Costs
A whistleblower lawsuit against xAI and SpaceX over Grok safety concerns arrives as the aerospace company prepares for its IPO. Citadel warns the AI sector may be hitting a cost wall, while Tether's $1.4 billion robotics investment signals confidence in long-term AI fundamentals.
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Community Banks Launch Ad Campaign Against Stablecoin Reward Language in Clarity Act
A coalition of community banks has launched a public advertising campaign targeting reward provisions in the Clarity Act, warning that incentive mechanisms tied to stablecoin adoption could destabilize traditional banking and erode consumer protections.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
DOJ Charges Two in $389M Cryptocurrency Laundering Case
The U.S. Department of Justice charged two individuals on June 11, 2026, for operating AudiA6, a cryptocurrency mixing service that allegedly processed more than $389 million in illicit transactions.
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Delaware and New Jersey Advance Statewide Crypto ATM Bans
Delaware and New Jersey each advanced legislation this week to ban cryptocurrency ATMs statewide, citing over $400 million in annual nationwide fraud losses and scam patterns that disproportionately affect older residents.
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Bithumb CEO Booked as Bribery Suspect in South Korean Lawmaker Hiring Probe
South Korean police have booked Bithumb CEO Lee Jae-won as a bribery suspect following allegations that he hired a lawmaker's son as a personal favor in exchange for legislative protection of the exchange.
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Philippines Central Bank Says Binance Lacks License
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has stated that Binance and its local partner lack the required licenses to conduct cryptocurrency exchange activities in the Philippines, marking the latest regulatory challenge for the exchange in Southeast Asia.
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CFTC Proposes First Comprehensive Rules for U.S. Prediction Markets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission unveiled the first formal federal rule proposal for prediction markets, marking a watershed moment for an industry that has operated largely outside U.S. regulatory oversight. The proposal establishes a framework delineating which types of prediction...
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Delaware Advances Statewide Ban on Bitcoin ATMs, Citing Predatory Practices
Delaware lawmakers have advanced legislation that would ban all cryptocurrency ATMs statewide, requiring physical removal of the kiosks within 90 days of passage. The bill targets predatory fee structures and deceptive practices affecting vulnerable users.
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EU Proposes Banning 11 Crypto Platforms in Russia Sanctions Push
The European Union has proposed banning transactions on 11 cryptocurrency platforms as part of an expanded sanctions regime targeting Russia. The proposal signals a significant shift in how European regulators view cryptocurrency's role in geopolitical enforcement.
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Seattle Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Laundering $100M Through Crypto
Geoffrey K. Auyeung, a Seattle-area resident, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for laundering approximately $100 million in fraud proceeds through Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins. The case marks a significant law enforcement victory in the crackdown on cryptocurrency-enabled...
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Kalshi Launches XRP Perpetual Contracts with Zero Trading Fees
Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated prediction market, officially launched XRP perpetual contracts for U.S. traders today, marking the platform's third major cryptocurrency derivatives product. The contracts come with zero trading fees, a rare offering in traditional derivatives markets.
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Chainalysis Partners With South Korean Police to Combat Crypto Crime
Chainalysis announced a partnership with South Korea's national police force to combat cryptocurrency-enabled crimes ranging from retail investor scams to state-sponsored threats from North Korea.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
House Democrats Signal Caution on Crypto Tax Legislation
House Ways and Means Committee Democrats expressed skepticism toward crypto tax reform during a June 10 hearing, signaling that comprehensive digital asset taxation legislation faces a longer road to passage than the industry had hoped.
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