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LIVE BLOG: House Meets on Crypto Regulation
The House Financial Services Committee grills six crypto executives about trading and stablecoins in a hearing today.
Google Sues to Shutter Cryptojacking Botnet That Infected 1M+ Computers
The botnet used the Bitcoin blockchain to evade cybersecurity officials and remain online, Google alleged.
OCC Nominee Omarova Withdraws From Bank Regulator Consideration
Saule Omarova’s nomination was met with hostility from the traditional banking sector.
OCC Highlights Digital Assets in Risk Report for Banks
“The OCC is approaching crypto-related activities ... very carefully,” the OCC’s semiannual risk report says.
Bitcoin Drops $9K in an Hour on Spot Market Selling; El Salvador Again Buys the Dip
The leading cryptocurrency is currently trading around $47,960.
US Policymakers Are Still Evaluating Stablecoins
Consumer protections are front and center in questions lawmakers have about stablecoins.
OCC Wants Banks to Seek Permission Before Offering Crypto Services
The letter comes as the OCC gears up for further digital asset regulation alongside other bank regulators.
What’s the SEC Saying About Crypto?
Interpreting statements from SEC officials may really be just like reading tea leaves.
US Regulators Plan to Define Legal Bank Activities Around Crypto in 2022
The interagency sprint team was composed of the OCC, FDIC and Fed.
US Congressmen Introduce Bill to Modify Crypto Tax Provision in Infrastructure Law
U.S. President Joe Biden signed the infrastructure bill into law on Monday.
