The lawmakers believe only they can ensure transparency during the investigation A group of Democratic senators is pressing for oversight of a reported Justice Department investigation into alleged sanctions violations by Binance. Senators Chris Van Hollen, Elizabeth Warren, and Ruben Gallego said they want to ensure the DOJ conducts a thorough inquiry and holds the
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Former Gemini Executive Stephen Gregory to Lead Binance.US
Gregory transitioned into his new role on March 9, replacing former CEO Norman Reed Binance.US has appointed Stephen Gregory as its new CEO, marking a leadership shift as the exchange aims to strengthen its presence in the US. Gregory officially took over on March 9, with former CEO Norman Reed moving into an advisory role.
US Prosecutors Want $3.44M in USDt Tied to Crypto Investment Scam
The civil forfeiture focuses on fraud conducts across several states US federal prosecutors are seeking to permanently seize roughly $3.44 million in USDt connected to an alleged cryptocurrency investment scam. The civil forfeiture action was filed in Boston, targeting funds that authorities say were obtained through deceptive tactics across multiple states. Officials claim the assets
US Banking Trade Group Sues Comptroller Over Crypto Policies
The Bank Policy Institute believes crypto poses a risk to the financial system The Bank Policy Institute (BPI), a US trade group representing major banks, is reportedly considering legal action against the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) over its crypto policies. BPI officials are concerned that granting crypto firms national trust bank
Nasdaq Partners With Kraken for Tokenized Equities
The collaboration reflects growing interest in combining traditional equities with blockchain technology Nasdaq is entering the tokenized equities space through a partnership with crypto exchange Kraken and its subsidiary Backed. The collaboration aims to create a bridge between traditional market infrastructure and blockchain-based networks while maintaining issuer control over their securities. The partnership builds on
Payments Company Strike Receives NY Licenses to Offer Bitcoin Services
Users in New York can now buy and sell Bitcoin, pay bills from Bitcoin and transfer funds to self-custody wallets Strike, a US-based payments company, has received both a virtual currency license and a money transmitter license from the New York State Department of Financial Services. These approvals enable Strike to offer Bitcoin services to
Coinbase Facing New Shareholder Lawsuit
The outcome could influence regulatory practices and how Coinbase manages executive accountability A new shareholder lawsuit has been filed against Coinbase, targeting top executives and board members over alleged failures in compliance and disclosure. The derivative complaint, submitted Tuesday in the US District Court for the District of New Jersey, was brought by shareholder Kevin
Kraken Becomes First Crypto Exchange to Earn a Federal Reserve Master Account
The approval gives Kraken the ability to bridge the gap between traditional banking and cryptocurrency US cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has become the first crypto company to gain a Federal Reserve master account through its banking unit, Kraken Financial. The account, approved by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, provides the exchange with direct access
CBDC Measure in Federal Reserve Act Faces New Block
The amendment would prevent the Federal Reserve from creating a CBDC A new amendment to the Federal Reserve Act seeks to block the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) until 2030. The language appears near the end of the 300-page “21st Century ROAD to Housing Act” (HR 6644), released by the
X To Allow Paid Crypto Promotions, but Not in the EU or UK
The updated rules signal a shift in X’s strategy, offering new revenue opportunities for creators Social media platform X has updated its advertising policies to allow paid promotions for cryptocurrency, but certain regions remain off-limits. The UK, the European Union, and Australia are excluded due to stricter financial promotion rules. Influencers promoting crypto must ensure
Crypto Ransomware Attacks Grew in 2025, but Fewer Victims Are Paying
Fewer victims paying ransoms may change the way attackers operate, but the risk of financial loss remains high Ransomware attacks involving cryptocurrency saw a significant increase in 2025, with hackers shifting focus toward smaller businesses and medium-sized targets. According to blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, there were nearly 8,000 ransomware incidents last year, a 50% rise
Indiana Bill Limiting Crypto-Specific Taxes Approved by Lawmakers
If signed, HB1042 could give residents the ability to diversify retirement portfolios with digital assets Indiana lawmakers have approved a bill aimed at protecting cryptocurrency users and expanding investment options within state retirement plans. House Bill 1042 passed the legislature with a 59-33 vote and now awaits Governor Mike Braun’s signature. The legislation would prohibit











