A Second Look at Third-Party Token Allegations in the SEC’s Case Against Binance

The SEC alleged that Binance in particular listed 10 tokens that it viewed as securities, as examples of how the exchange was violating federal securities laws by being a broker, dealer and clearinghouse: SOL, ADA, MATIC, FIL, ATOM, SAND, MANA, ALGO, AXS and COTI. In its motion to dismiss, Binance argued that the SEC couldn’t plausibly allege that they were securities, saying they didn’t meet the tenets of the Howey Test. Source

Binance analysts says ‘worst likely behind’ as Bitcoin trades near $65k

Analysts at Binance Research say they remain “optimistic” about the market’s outlook, expecting upcoming catalysts to position the market “positively for the rest of the year.” The crypto industry may have already seen the worst of this year, according to Binance Research analysts, who said in a Friday report the “incremental negative impact” might be limited as Bitcoin (BTC) regained its positions lost during the harsh June. The analysts admitted that it has become “increasingly difficult to make profits in the current market environment,” referring to negative returns from newly…

Detained Binance Exec Tigran Gambaryan Wheeled into Nigerian Court as Health Deteriorates

Gambaryan’s health has steadily deteriorated since he was detained in Nigeria in February. At first, Gambaryan was placed under home detention but was later transferred to the notoriously dangerous Kuje prison – which holds violent criminals including members of the Boko Haram terrorist group – after his colleague and fellow detainee, British-Kenyan citizen Nadeem Anjarwalla, escaped. Source

A Crypto Trading Clampdown Expands Beyond Binance to Include OKX

Exchanges offer their biggest customers discounted trading fees, treating them like VIPs to boost the odds they’ll stick around. Prime brokerages – firms that provide trading services for professional, and often large, investors – could, in theory, funnel several customers’ trading through a single account at an exchange, qualifying for those lower fees. Source

Nigerian Judge to Rule on Binance Tax Evasion Case in October

Nigerian Justice Emeka Nwite recently set October 11 as the date for ruling in the trial of Binance Holdings Limited, a popular cryptocurrency platform. The platform and its two directors face a four-count tax evasion charge for failing to register with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Binance’s lawyer Ayodele Omotilewa pleaded not guilty to […] Source CryptoX Portal

US Lawmakers Submit Resolution Urging Nigeria to Release Jailed Binance Executive

U.S. lawmakers have submitted a resolution calling on the Nigerian government to immediately release the jailed Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan. In the resolution submitted to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the lawmakers urge the United States government to utilize all available resources to secure Gambaryan’s release. The resolution also asks the Biden administration to formally […] Source CryptoX Portal

Crypto Whales Buy The Dip As $22 Million In XRP Flows Out Of Binance

XRP is starting to recover after bouncing off $0.405 on July 5, suggesting the early stages of a rebound may be brewing. The crypto market has been volatile lately, and XRP hasn’t been spared. The crypto’s price took a dip recently, dropping below $0.40 for the first time in over a year. It is interesting to note that on-chain data suggests that some whales may be accumulating in anticipation of a major comeback, which may even be responsible for the bounce off of $0.40.  XRP Whales Buying The Dip? Various…

Nigerian Witness Says Binance Users Operate Under False Identities

A witness in the ongoing Nigerian money laundering trial against Binance has alleged that many local users of the cryptocurrency exchange platform are operating under false identities. The witness further claimed that by allowing users to withdraw Nigerian naira (NGN), a regulated activity, Binance is in violation of local laws. Money Laundering Charges A deputy […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal