After the report revealing that the cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex had received a Wells Notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the securities regulator charged Bittrex and the company’s CEO on April 17 for “operating an unregistered exchange, broker, and clearing agency.” Following the Wells Notice, SEC Charges Bittrex for Violating Federal Laws On Monday, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged another cryptocurrency exchange, accusing the trading platform Bittrex of operating “an unregistered national securities exchange, broker, and clearing agency.” Since 2014, Bittrex allegedly sold crypto assets…
Month: April 2023
DOGE Jumps 6%, AVAX Hits 2-Month High on Monday – Market Updates Bitcoin News
Dogecoin rose by over 6% to start the week, as prices moved back towards a key resistance level. The meme coin moved higher for a fifth straight session, despite the cryptocurrency market falling by 1.54% as of writing. Avalanche also climbed, hitting a two-month high. Dogecoin (DOGE) Dogecoin (DOGE) rose by as much as 6% on Monday, as prices surged for a fifth consecutive session. Following a low of $0.08858 on Sunday, DOGE/USD raced to an intraday peak of $0.0946 earlier in today’s session. The move saw dogecoin close in…
Volkswagen Introduces ID7, Next-Generation EV Built for Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID7 is not only appealing as a high-performance electric vehicle, but it is also one that is built to be largely affordable, compared to current market alternatives. German multinational vehicle maker, Volkswagen Group (ETR: VOW3) has introduced its latest car, the ID.7, billed as the first all-electric Volkswagen for the upper mid-size class. According to the description of the vehicle by the company, the ID7 is branded as the very first Volkswagen product that comes with a new display and operating concept. Designed for performance and elegance, the…
Sui Foundation Appoints Managing Director to Increase Awareness, Growth of the Blockchain
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NY Financial Regulator Adopts Virtual Currency Assessment Rule
“As the first prudential regulator of virtual currency in the nation, New York has created a framework that sets the highest standards for safety, soundness, and consumer protection while fostering responsible growth,” NYDFS Superintendent Adrienne Harris said. “This regulation provides the department with additional tools and resources to regulate the virtual currency industry now and in the future as innovators create new products and use cases for digital assets.” Source
Tether market cap eyes record high after regaining 65% stablecoin dominance
Tether (USDT) has emerged as a clear winner amid the ongoing banking crisis and crypto crackdown in the U.S. On April 17, the U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin’s circulating market valuation reached nearly $81 billion, just 1.5% below its record high of $82.29 billion from a year ago. It has grown about 20% year-to-date (YTD) already and is now eyeing new all-time highs. USDT market capitalization monthly chart. Source: TradingView Tether rivals hit new yearly lows USDT’s growth came as Tether ate up the market share of its stablecoin rivals, USD Coin…
Decentralization Is the Point, and We’re Not Talking Enough About Why
The internet has a habit of producing companies that dominate their industry because of network effects. The answer is the decentralization and openness that only blockchain technology affords, says EY’s Paul Brody. Source
Building communities and ensuring NFT success: Insights for artists
The importance of building communities cannot be underestimated in the rapidly changing art world, driven by technology and the explosion of nonfungible tokens (NFTs) in the last two years. An audience is a social media following, but a community is a group of people working toward a common goal. Art market economist and academic Magnus Resch has extensively researched the importance of communities and networks for artists. Resch holds a Ph.D. in economics and has studied at the University of St. Gallen, the London School of Economics and Harvard. In…
Bitcoin sparks liquidations as analyst says BTC price may dip 12% more
Bitcoin (BTC) headed lower into the April 17 Wall Street open as downside began liquidating longs. BTC/USD 1-hour candle chart (Bitstamp). Source: TradingView Bitcoin’s price tipped for a break below $29,000 Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView showed BTC/USD wicking to $29,247 on Bitstamp — its lowest in a week. Gains for Asian stocks failed to rescue the losses on the day, these beginning immediately after the April 16 weekly close. Traders, many of whom had predicted a retest of $30,000 support, were unsurprised, with many hoping that the…
Crypto Exchange Bittrex Violated Federal Laws, SEC Charges in Lawsuit
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleged that crypto exchange Bittrex simultaneously operated a national securities exchange, broker and clearing agency in violation of federal statutes. Former CEO Bill Shihara and Bittrex Global GmbH are also facing charges. Source