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Tether “Didn’t Even Show Up” to Crypto’s Biggest Regulatory Hearing Yet

US Congress’ fact-finding mission into crypto and digital assets see experts call for proper legislation for the industry.

Kingsley AloDec 9, 20214 min read

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Clinton’s Russia Crypto Claims — Genuine or “Red Menace” Scaremongering?

Although the rise of Bitcoin may weaken US hegemony, it is less clear if this mean more power for Russia and China.

Tim FriesNov 29, 20214 min read

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Canada Says Crypto “No Big Risk To Economy” — US and EU Prepare Regulation

Canada is not viewing crypto as a big risk to the financial system; contrasting with statements by US regulators.

Tim FriesNov 25, 20214 min read

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US Regulators Making “Policy Sprints” For Unified Crypto-Asset Approach

Opportunities in digital assets are forcing US regulators to clarify crypto-related activities for the banking sector.

Kingsley AloNov 24, 20214 min read

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The Bipartisan Gravy Train: How Congress Uses Access for Profit

Access to insider information before it goes public has created a culture of using access for profit in Congress.

Tim FriesOct 13, 20215 min read

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US Isolating Itself From Other Central Banks: Basal Committee Crypto Report

Guidelines on institutional crypto engagement have been released, but the Federal Reserve is not listening.

Kai MorrisSep 24, 20215 min read

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Is Gensler Setting a Negotiating Stance With The Crypto Industry?

Will the courts be the ultimate battleground for crypto regulations?

Kai MorrisSep 23, 20215 min read

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New Ethics Rules For Fed Floated While Public Opinion Sits At a Low

With public opinion of the Fed at a low, two Fed presidents have jeprodized it further after it was revealed they had traded the same assets…

Tim FriesSep 23, 20214 min read

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South Korea to Address Income Inequality Partly With Crypto Taxes

As the new regulation comes into force next week, 40 crypto exchanges in South Korea would suspend all their services.

Tim FriesSep 17, 20214 min read

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Sen. Warren Takes Aim at DeFi Services – Citing Lack of Oversight

When it comes to crypto regulation, the debate is now seeimgly somewhere between a total ban and regulatory inevitability.

Tim FriesSep 7, 20213 min read

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How Will US Regulators Ensure a Fair Bitcoin ETF Launch?

The key to a fair Bitcoin ETF launch could be 'in the future'.

Tim FriesAug 31, 20215 min read

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Yellen Earned More From Citadel Than Government Salary Over Last 2 Years

The Secretary of the Treasury has connections to Citadel. Do her relationships prevent impartiality?

Kai MorrisAug 9, 20214 min read