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Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal Steps Down, Transitions to Advisory Role
Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal is departing his executive position but will continue as an adviser, he announced Thursday.
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Kraken Pursues Banking License in Lithuania for European Expansion
Crypto exchange Kraken is reportedly seeking a banking license in Lithuania, aiming to deepen its integration with traditional finance in Europe.
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EDX Markets Secures $76 Million in Funding Round Led by SBI Holdings
EDX Markets, an institutional crypto exchange, raised $76 million in a funding round led by SBI Holdings, emphasizing its risk-mitigating model.
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Kiwoom Securities Reportedly Pursues Stake in Bithumb Ahead of South Korean Regulatory Reforms
South Korean brokerage **Kiwoom Securities** is reportedly seeking to acquire a stake in crypto exchange **Bithumb** ahead of **FSC** regulatory reforms in **July**.
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BitMEX Replaces CEO, CFO, and Head of Growth in Executive Shake-Up
Crypto exchange BitMEX has removed its CEO, CFO, and head of growth, appointing Peter Wilkinson, former general counsel, as the new CEO.
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SBI Holdings Acquires Bitbank for $289 Million Amid Japan's Crypto Consolidation
SBI Holdings has acquired Japanese crypto exchange Bitbank for $289 million, a move highlighting the push for regulated scale in Japan's evolving digital asset market.
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AscendEX Faces Withdrawal Complaints as ZachXBT Questions Reserves
Users are reporting delayed withdrawals from crypto exchange AscendEX, leading on-chain investigator ZachXBT to question its reserve transparency.
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Binance to Suspend EU Services After Failing to Secure MiCA License
Binance is set to suspend some services for its European Union users after failing to obtain a crucial MiCA license, impacting its regional operations.
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Japanese Financial Giant SBI Holdings to Acquire Crypto Exchange Bitbank for $289 Million
Japanese financial services giant SBI Holdings is set to acquire crypto exchange Bitbank for $289 million, with the deal expected to close in October.
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South Korea Fines Bithumb $136K for Overseas Data Sharing Violation
South Korean authorities fined Bithumb …183.8 million ($136,000) for sharing user data with overseas exchanges, violating data protection laws.
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South Korean Authorities Fine Bithumb $136K for Overseas User Data Sharing
South Korean exchange Bithumb has been fined $136,000 for sharing user information with overseas exchanges, violating data protection laws.
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SBI Holdings Acquires Bitbank for $289M, Creating Japan's Largest Crypto Exchange
Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings is set to acquire crypto exchange Bitbank for $289 million, positioning it as Japan's largest crypto platform.
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Binance to Limit EU Services and Onboarding from July 1 Due to MiCA Regulations
Binance will limit EU onboarding and services from July 1 due to a lack of MiCA authorization, though withdrawals remain available for users.
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Binance Withdraws Greek MiCA Application, Faces July 1 EU Deadline
Binance has formally withdrawn its MiCA license application in Greece, intensifying pressure to secure an EU operating base before the July 1 deadline.
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Binance Prepares Alternative EU Licensing Strategy Amid MiCA Deadline
Binance is reportedly planning to pursue authorization in a different European Union jurisdiction should its current Greek licensing application prove unsuccessful, as the MiCA deadline looms.
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WhiteBIT Secures Crucial MiCA License in Austria Ahead of EU Regulatory Deadline
Crypto exchange WhiteBIT has obtained a key MiCA license in Austria, positioning itself for the upcoming EU-wide regulatory deadline on July 1st.
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Binance Explores Philippine Market Re-Entry Through SEC Regulatory Sandbox
Binance could potentially re-enter the Philippine market, leveraging a regulatory sandbox to offer services without a full local license.
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Coinbase Unveils Direct Stock Portfolio Transfers via ACATS System
Coinbase is deepening its integration into traditional finance by enabling users to transfer their existing stock portfolios directly to the platform.
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Binance Affirms EU License Compliance Amidst Rejection Reports
Binance has publicly addressed recent reports suggesting potential rejection of its EU operational licenses, firmly stating its applications are fully compliant.
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Bithumb CEO Under Investigation in South Korean Bribery Probe
Lee Jae-won, CEO of major South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb, is reportedly under police investigation for alleged bribery involving a legislator's relatives.
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Philippine Central Bank Declares Binance and Local Partner Operating Without Licenses
The Philippine central bank has declared that global crypto exchange Binance and its local affiliate are operating without the required licenses in the country.
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Bybit Integrates with Western Union's USDPT Network, Bolstering Stablecoin Access
Crypto exchange Bybit has joined Western Union's new USDPT network, significantly boosting the stablecoin's distribution and market liquidity.
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Binance Discloses 50% Revenue-Sharing Deal with Stock Custodian Alpaca
A recent legal disclosure reveals crypto giant Binance has a revenue-sharing agreement with stock custodian Alpaca, taking 50% of its order flow revenue.
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Binance Moves NFT Support to Wallet, Ends Exchange Marketplace
Binance is discontinuing its NFT marketplace on its main exchange, directing users to migrate their digital collectibles to its non-custodial wallet within 30 days.
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U.S. Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Iran's Largest Crypto Exchange, Nobitex, and Key Executives
U.S. Treasury sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange, Nobitex, and its executives, escalating efforts against alleged illicit financial activities and sanctions evasion.
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Mt. Gox Transfers $739 Million in Bitcoin Ahead of Creditor Repayment Deadline
Defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox has moved approximately $739 million worth of Bitcoin, signaling preparations for upcoming creditor repayments.
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Robinhood Expands into Canadian Market via WonderFi Acquisition
Robinhood is set to enter the Canadian cryptocurrency market by acquiring WonderFi, gaining control over local exchanges Bitbuy and Coinsquare.
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Binance Introduces US Stock Trading for Eligible Users
Crypto exchange Binance has launched US stock trading for eligible users, marking a significant step in its expansion into traditional financial markets.
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Coinbase Launches Direct Rupee Bank Transfers for Indian Users
Coinbase has launched direct Indian Rupee bank transfers via IMPS, enabling users in India to easily fund accounts for spot and futures trading.