BitMEX

CFTC Reportedly Probing Binance
Bloomberg reports the CFTC is probing Binance for the same reason as the agency’s investigation of Bitmex – allegedly allowing U.S. customers to trade derivatives. Nikhilesh De discusses what this may mean for both Binance and the crypto world in general.

BitMEX Plans to Add Spot Trading, Brokerage, Custody Services: Report
The crypto exchange's new CEO also said he aims to repair relationships with regulators.

Fugitive BitMEX Founder Arthur Hayes Considering Surrender
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes' days on the lam might be coming to an end. Newly surfaced court documents indicate Hayes' lawyers are in talks with federal authorities to arrange Hayes' surrender soon. "The Hash" panel discusses the recent developments and what they mean for the future of crypto regulation.

Fugitive Bitmex CEO Arthur Hayes Reportedly Considering Surrender
Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nik De with the latest in the BitMEX saga. A recently surfaced court transcript indicates Arthur Hayes is considering surrendering to U.S. officials in Hawaii. Also, New York grants BitGo a trust charter. Is this the first step toward a national charter?

BitMEX Operator Appoints PwC Partner as Chief Financial Officer
Stephan Lutz will bring to the firm nearly a decade of experience as partner at auditing and consultancy giant PwC when he joins in May.

BitMEX Founder Arthur Hayes May Surrender to US Law Enforcement Next Month
Hayes would be allowed to continue living in Singapore under the agreement his counsel is currently negotiating with federal prosecutors.

Fugitive BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Reemerges to Weigh in on GameStop Saga
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has resurfaced on social media with a blog post opining on his takeaways from the GameStop trading frenzy. Does the fugitive executive just miss the spotlight? "The Hash" panel weighs in. CORRECTION: The introduction to the segment incorrectly states that Hayes was charged with fraud. The U.S. Department of Justice indicted Hayes for violating the Bank Secrecy Act.

BitMEX Introduces Data Storage Framework for FATF’s Travel Rule
Compliance chief Malcolm Wright led the development of BitMEX’s data storage principles for crypto exchanges.

Crypto Derivatives Exchange BitMEX Says All Users Are Now Verified
After getting in hot water with U.S. regulators last year, the exchange has rolled out mandatory verification for all users.

Seychelles, Longtime Home of BitMEX, Is Bending to US Pressure on KYC
When it comes to island-hopping crypto exchanges with relaxed know-your-customer rules, BitMEX could be just the tip of the iceberg.

