Hong Kong’s Financial Regulator to release crypto licensing guidelines in May
The regulatory framework for crypto exchanges received more than 150 responses during the public consultation process.
Saniya Raahath
OpenSea NFT Insider Trading Trial starts, Ex-OpenSea Exec fights allegations
Ex-OpenSea Product Manager Nathaniel Chastain argues that "insider trading" is only applicable to securities and not NFTs
French regulator considers fast-tracking registered crypto firms to MiCA rules
The AMF stressed that only crypto firms who have been approved under the MiCA regulation will be able to benefit from the European passport and provide their services across all EU member countries.
DOJ charges 5 in $ 2 Mln alleged crypto market manipulation and fraud scheme
The individuals allegedly used a trading bot to place thousands of "spoof orders" and "wash trades" to manipulate the market and gained around $2 million in profit.
South Korean Court Rules LUNA Token Not a Security
The court stated that it is difficult to view Luna Coin as a financial investment product regulated by the Capital Markets Act.
Bank of Korea granted authority to probe crypto-related firms
BoK has been clashing with Financial Services Commission over crypto jurisdiction in the country
Crypto firms use AI to fake CEOs, alleges California regulator
DFPI claims that Maxpread Technologies allegedly used an AI-generated avatar called"Michael Vanes" to pretend to be its CEO and promote its products through YouTube advertisements.
Yuga Lab’s Bored Ape NFTs Win in Trademark Infringement Case Against Ripoff RR/BAYC Collection
The US District Court for the Northern District of California ruled that Yuga Labs owns the BAYC trademarks
EU passes final vote on crypto-centered MiCA legislation
MiCA law allows crypto exchanges and digital-wallet companies to offer regulated services across the bloc and requires stablecoin issuers to hold sufficient reserves
Maple Finance Launches U.S. Treasury Bill Pool for Cash Management
Maple claims it ensures the safety of lender funds by implementing a tri-party agreement that involves the borrower, broker, and Maple Foundation
