The current intellectual property laws are adequate to deal with concerns about copyright and trademark infringement associated with non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
Ripple, Coinbase, a16z invest $78M in pro-crypto PAC ahead of US elections
Prominent cryptocurrency companies and investors intend to support pro-cryptocurrency candidates during the 2024 U.S. election cycle.
U.S. Crypto Stocks Ride BTC Momentum in Pre-Market Trading
COIN, MSTR, HOOD and mining stocks were all showing upward movement in pre-market trading after BTC rose to its highest level in 18 months.
European Crypto Asset Manager CoinShares to Enter U.S. Hedge Fund Fray
CEO Jean-Marie Mognetti described the move as “a natural progression”, given the “changing macro environment prominently marked by interest rates and inflation.”
Coinbase Finally Wins Approval to List Crypto Futures in U.S.
The approval makes Coinbase the first crypto-first platform to offer regulated and leveraged crypto futures alongside alongside traditional spot trading.
US regulators consider regulating political deep fakes ahead of 2024 election
The Federal Election Commission in the U.S. unanimously voted to advance a petition to regulate political ads that use artificial intelligence.
US and China AI-tech standoff shows signs of spreading to other countries
The ongoing spat between the United States and China over emerging tech like AI continues as U.S. President Joe Biden restricts investments.
US Senate wants companies to report investments in Chinese technologies
The Senate overwhelmingly supported legislation requiring U.S. companies to report any outbound investments into Chinese technologies.
Bipartisan bill to regulate DeFi, crypto security risks introduced into US Senate
The bill was introduced in the evening and has not been published yet, but it is already causing a stir. Crypto Twitter calls it a “nonstarter.”
Biden to discuss dangers of AI in San Francisco meeting with experts
The U.S. president will meet with AI experts to discuss safety, policy and opportunities while he’s in San Francisco.
U.S. Senator Lummis revamps efforts for crypto regulations amid SEC lawsuits
The regulatory framework will allow individuals and companies to own and trade digital assets in America.
Crypto.com suspends US institutional exchange service
The global cryptocurrency exchange cites limited demand for institutional-grade services under current market conditions.
SEC’s Gensler Rebuffs Crypto Complaints, Says Gave Ample Warning Heat Was Coming
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler argued there’s nothing special about the assets or exchanges in the crypto sector, and their backers can’t hide behind claims that their tokens provide utility.
SEC lawsuit claims Binance.US, Changpeng Zhao put customer funds ‘at significant risk’
One of the latest SEC filings in its lawsuit against Binance says billions in customer funds are at the “mercy” of Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao.
Lawyers Challenging U.S. Tornado Cash Sanctions Say Free Speech Is at Stake
Open source software isn’t property, and current sanctions laws are ill-equipped to handle this, lawyers argue.
Crypto Execs Give Washington Influence Another Go With FTX Anchor Around Necks
When Washington, D.C. lawmakers tune into their favorite Sunday morning political shows this week, they’ll also get a dose of crypto messaging, thanks to a Coinbase (COIN) campaign that’s part of the next stage in the industry’s attempt to influence U.S. policy.
White House questions impact of AI surveillance on workers
Officials in Washington, D.C. said they would hold a listening session to understand the experiences of workers and the usage of AI surveillance in the workplace.
Crypto Lender BlockFi Ordered to Withdraw Unapproved Reorganization Plan Shared ‘Prematurely’
The bankrupt estate was ordered to issue a corrective letter clarifying its May 13 disclosure statement was not approved by court.
Binance looks to the UK for regulation amid US crypto crackdown
Binance seeks regulation in the U.K. amid a U.S. crackdown on cryptocurrencies as its chief strategy officer acknowledges the challenging business environment in the U.S.
Defending against SEC to cost Ripple $200M, CEO Brad Garlinghouse says
Ripple CEO reveals $200 million spent on defending SEC lawsuit as he laments about U.S. crypto regulation and politics-first policy, advising entrepreneurs to avoid starting in the U.S.