MoneyGram faces lawsuit over alleged false statements regarding XRP
Ripple partner MoneyGram is facing a lawsuit alleging the firm issued misleading statements and failed to disclose XRP’s status as an unlicensed security.
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SEC’s Division of Examinations issues Risk Alert on digital assets
The Risk Alert seemed to take particular aim at broker-dealers, who have been “inadequate” in their AML compliance.
MoneyGram suspends trading on Ripple, citing SEC lawsuit
“Due to the uncertainty concerning their ongoing litigation with the SEC, the company has suspended trading on Ripple’s platform,” says MoneyGram’s quarterly outlook.
Long Blockchain Corp has officially been delisted by SEC
The beverage maker turned Bitcoin mining company has failed to file its financial reports with the SEC.
DeFi Money Market closure after SEC probe could set rocky precedent
What started with the unexpected closure of an investment platform may have ramifications for U.S. DeFi projects say critics.
Bitcoin ETF approval more likely under new SEC leadership, says Ark Invest CEO
“I think the probability of an ETF has gone up,” said Cathie Wood
Automated Crypto Investing App Coinseed Faces Fraud Charges in NY, SEC Lawsuits
Coinseed allegedly bilked investors of $1 million through false statements, hidden fees and a flopped token.
Thailand’s Securities Regulator Eyes Qualifications for New Crypto Investors
The regulator believes new cryptocurrency investors should have a certain level of trading experience and financial reserves.
Law Decoded: Of ICBMs, BTC and ETFs, Feb. 5–12
Exploring where national security meets securities offerings in this week’s crypto news.
Lawyers warn Elon Musk’s Bitcoin tweets could attract SEC’s ire
Elon Musk’s rampant Twitter activity could get him into hot water with the SEC according to lawyers.
