Singapore-based cryptocurrency Crypto.com is reinforcing its regional presence with a Bahraini license following its approval in Dubai.
Crypto Law Articles
Do Kwon’s extradition case goes back to Montenegrin justice minister
According to Montenegro’s Supreme Court, the US and South Korea had both met the conditions for applying for Do Kwon’s extradition to face criminal charges.
SEC seeks sanctions against Elon Musk over Twitter investigation
Elon Musk and his various companies are currently facing regulatory scrutiny in Brazil, the European Union, and the United States.
Concerns grow over Binance executive’s health during detention in Nigeria
Tigran Gambaryan’s family raises alarms over his deteriorating health conditions, alleging medical negligence during his six-month detention in Nigeria.
India amasses 5M central bank digital currency users
India has taken a cautious approach to introducing a CBDC, while local authorities have also refused to regulate crypto transactions.
$55M DeFi Saver phish, copy2pwn hijacks your clipboard: Crypto Sec
A DeFi Saver user fell victim to a novel phishing attack, and a clipboard hijacker discovered at hackathon, plus new windows vulnerability
France’s Macron denies Pavel Durov arrest was political
The Telegram founder was arrested at Le Bourget airport north of Paris on Aug. 24.
French authorities can hold Pavel Durov until Aug. 28
Prosecutors announced that the arrest was part of an investigation into an unnamed individual over cryptology services and complicity with illicit activities.
US authorities oppose ex-FTX exec’s motion to void plea deal
The US Attorney’s Office said Ryan Salame made a “demonstrably false” allegation by claiming prosecutors did not intend to continue investigating his partner, Michelle Bond.
Abra settles with SEC over unregistered securities charges
The SEC announced securities charges against the lending platform over its Abra Earn service but also said the firm had settled with pending civil penalties and an injunction.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested in France: Law Decoded
The Telegram founder’s unexpected arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing scrutiny of tech leaders amid growing legal challenges facing the crypto industry.
Cyberattacks target French government websites: Report
French authorities have come under fire from free speech activists and the crypto community after arresting Telegram founder Pavel Durov.