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Treasury Department Issues Guidance on Using Crypto to Evade Sanctions
The Biden administration said earlier in the day that such guidance would be forthcoming.
Justice Department Will Prosecute Banks, Crypto Exchanges That Help Russians Hide Assets: Report
A new task force has been created to freeze or take the assets of Russians that have been sanctioned following the invasion of Ukraine.
Biden’s Executive Order Draws Mixed Reactions From Global Crypto Community
Crypto advocates worldwide are somewhat underwhelmed by the U.S. president’s recent executive order on crypto regulation.
US Department of Labor Urges ‘Extreme Care’ Before Adding Crypto to 401(k) Plans
The department warned that cryptocurrency investments present “significant risks and challenges to participants’ retirement accounts.”
Canadian Police Seize $28M in Bitcoin, Extradite Alleged Affiliate of Ransomware Gang
Sebastien Vachon-Desjardins is accused of carrying out dozens of ransomware attacks in 2020 – many of which were specifically targeted at the health care sector during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
FTX.US Derivatives Seeks CFTC Approval to Clear Margin Trades Directly for Customers
The company says the change would allow customers to assess and respond to derivatives risks in real time.
Crypto Miners to Benefit From Biden’s Executive Order: Jefferies
The investment bank reiterated buy ratings for Argo Blockchain and Marathon Digital following Wednesday’s action by the White House.
Biden’s Executive Order on Crypto Met With Relief From Key Industry Players
The order is largely perceived as a step in the right direction that could offer the industry much-needed regulatory clarity.
Janet Yellen: US Treasury, Other Departments Will Publish Report on Money Under Biden Crypto Executive Order
The executive order has been rumored for several months.
National Security at Stake With Biden's Crypto Executive Order
The U.S. administration has an opportunity to take the lead on the future of finance and the internet and restore American credibility in the world.
