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CFTC Opens Probe Into BitMEX Over U.S. Trader Accounts
The CFTC investigation into BitMEX is the latest in a wider trend of U.S. regulators ramping up scrutiny of cryptocurrency companies.
Smell Something Fishy? The CFTC Will Pay You to Report Crypto Scams
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission had a message for conference goers at Consensus 2019: “Be on the lookout for virtual currency fraud” and if you see it, let us know.
Op Ed: Understanding the Latest FinCEN Guidance for Cryptocurrencies
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has issued new “interpretive guidance” about how its regulations apply to businesses that conduct money transmissions in virtual currencies. What do you need to know?
The SEC Has a New Exchange Traded Fund Application to Review
The SEC has posted a new proposal from Crescent Crypto Index Services for the launch of a crypto-backed exchange-traded fund.
SEC, CFTC Issue Investment Warning on Crypto Scams
Sensing a rise in crypto-related scams and fraudulent investment schemes, the SEC and the CFTC have issued a joint warning to investors, encouraging them to take a more thorough approach to verifying potential investments in the space.
Trader Jailed and Fined Over $1 Million for Bitcoin and Litecoin Fraud Scheme
The CFTC has fined Joseph Kim for perpetrating a fraudulent cryptocurrency trading scheme. The same day, a District Court in the Northern District of Illinois sentenced Kim to 15 months on wire fraud charges.
SEC Charges Forex Broker for Illegal Securities Swaps Involving Bitcoin
The SEC is seeking permanent injunctions, penalties and "disgorgement plus interest" against 1Broker and its CEO.
CFTC Publishes New Advisory to Clarify Crypto Futures Trading
The CFTC says it’s focusing on the latest “best practices” for launching cryptocurrency derivative contracts.
CFTC Advisory Committee Recommends Creation of Virtual Currency Subcommittee
On Wednesday, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Committee’s (CFTC) Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) held a public meeting at its Washington, D.C., headquarters. During the...
Hong Kong Regulators Send Warnings to Non-Compliant Cryptocurrency Exchanges
Regulators in Hong Kong have issued a strict warning to exchanges doing business with Chinese customers about trading tokens deemed as securities.In an announcement...
