Blockchain
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SEC scrutinizes technology-driven disclosures
An SEC action against RYVYL, Inc, underscores how overstated claims about blockchain capabilities, coupled with omitted risk disclosures, can translate into antifraud liability even when wrapped in the language of innovation.
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Long cons, fake assets, and false data: How North Korean-backed hackers stole $600m
Extraordinary tale of two hacks raises many security questions for crypto industry.
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Atkins addresses innovation and exemptions in DC Economic Club speech
Atkins touched on familiar themes, including sandboxes for tokenized security trading and a more streamlined IPO process.
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SEC opens non-registration path for some crypto trading interfaces
A staff advisory said some “self-custody” crypto trading interfaces may be able to operate without broker-dealer registration if they do not provide recommendations.
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Bank regulators say no special capital treatment for tokenized securities
The FAQs pave the way for banks to start using tokenized securities as collateral.
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Podcast: A chat about crypto with former FBI agent and financial crime expert, Ren McEachern
McEachern discusses digital asset market structure legislation, its adoption by businesses, and risk management strategies for compliance pros.
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Atkins and Selig discuss joint crypto regulatory plans
The Chairmen of the SEC and CFTC discussed how they could best coordinate regulation of digital assets as Congress scrambles to finalize legislation.
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Mills Review shows FCA positive but cautious about AI use in financial services
The review represents a shift from monitoring AI to assessing long-term impact on markets and consumers.
