A case involving millions of dollars in bitcoin and Western Union payments resulted in New York State’s first conviction for crypto money laundering.
Bitstamp Granted BitLicense, Will Expand Crypto Services in US
Europe-based crypto exchange Bitstamp has just received New York’s 19th BitLicense, allowing it to offer five crypto trading pairs in the state.
Alleged SIM-Swap Crypto Thief Indicted for Hacking Over 50 US Victims
A 20-year-old man has been formally charged in a U.S. supreme court indictment over 52 cases of SIM-swap identity and crypto theft.
New York Forms Blockchain Study Task Force, Hints at BitLicense Update
New York will be forming a task force to analyze the crypto space, which may go as far as proposing updated regulations for the state.
Coinbase Approved to Offer Crypto Custody Services in New York
Coinbase has received approval from New York regulators to form a qualified custodial firm for cryptocurrencies.
US City Mulls Roll Out of Tougher Rules for Crypto Miners
Plattsburgh, New York, is considering stricter requirement for commercial cryptocurrency mining farms operating in the city.
Gemini Adds Litecoin Trading With New York Watchdog Approval
Winklevoss-founded crypto exchange Gemini is adding litecoin trading in the coming week, with permission from the NYDFS.
Coinbase Refutes Claims in New York Attorney General’s Exchange Report
Coinbase and other exchanges have hit back at claims of vulnerability to market manipulation in a report from the New York Attorney General’s Office.
Coinbase’s New NYC Office to Hire 100 in Wall Street Crypto Push
Crypto industry unicorn Coinbase has aggressive growth plans for its newly opened New York office, which caters to institutional clients.
Gemini Launches NYDFS-Regulated Crypto Pegged to the Dollar
Crypto exchange Gemini is set to issue a dollar-backed, NYDFS-approved stablecoin – the second to launch in New York today.
Paxos Unveils Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Approved by New York Regulator
Blockchain startup Paxos has launched a regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin to facilitate instant transaction settlements for crypto investors.
New York Finance Watchdog ‘Fiercely Opposes’ Sandboxes for Fintech Firms
The chief of New York’s financial regulatory body said Tuesday that the agency is “fiercely opposed” to regulatory sandboxes for fintech firms
New Power Rates Approved for Crypto Miners in Upstate New York
A municipal utility provider in New York got the green light from state regulators to create a new set of electricity rates for cryptocurrency miners.
SEC Settles Trader Lawsuit Tied to Blockchain Firm Stock Sales
Two Nevada men have settled with the SEC over alleged illicit trading of a claimed blockchain company’s stock.
Lawmaker Wants New York State to Pilot Local Cryptocurrencies
A bill introduced by New York Assemblyman Ron Kim would launch pilot programs testing cryptocurrencies as a community monetary system.
Kraken Donates $1 Million to Blockchain Advocacy Group Coin Center
Jesse Powell, CEO of crypto exchange Kraken, donated $1 million to Coin Center at the blockchain industry advocacy group’s annual dinner Monday night.
New York Plans Blockchain Center to Stake Claim as Industry Hub
New York’s Economic Development Corporation is launching several initiatives to put the Big Apple on the map as a blockchain technology hub.
Crypto Probe ‘Continues’ Despite New York AG’s Resignation
Following Eric Schneiderman’s abrupt resignation, the New York Attorney General’s Office’s “work continues,” according to a spokesperson.
Coinbase Discloses Corporate Data In Response to NY Crypto Inquiry
Coinbase’s chief legal and risk officer “applauds” the Attorney General’s inquiry into cryptocurrency exchanges’ practices.
Kraken CEO: Crypto Exchange Won’t Answer New York AG’s Inquiry
An exchange that left New York in 2015 has been contacted by the state’s Attorney General. They’re not happy about it.