Thailand SEC Approves First Spot Bitcoin ETF, Paving the Way for Digital Asset Adoption

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

In a landmark move for the cryptocurrency market, the Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the country’s first spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). This significant step marks a pivotal moment in the mainstream adoption of digital...

Australian Court relieves Block Earner from Penalty Despite Licensing Dispute

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Australia’s federal court has ruled in favor of fintech firm Block Earner, relieving it from paying a fine despite finding that it offered a crypto yield-bearing product without a financial services license. Justice Ian Jackman determined that Block Earner...

Binance to Delist Multiple Tokens Amid Regulatory Compliance Drive

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, announced its decision to delist several tokens, including OmiseGo (OMG), Waves (WAVES), Wrapped NXM (WNXM), and NEM (XEM). According to Binance’s official statement, all spot and margin trading...

Hong Kong’s Crypto Crackdown: Unlicensed Exchanges Ordered to Cease Operations

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

All cryptocurrency exchanges that have not applied for an operational license with Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) are now legally required to cease operations in the region immediately. This decisive move aims to safeguard investors by...

El Salvador’s Crypto-Friendly President Nayib Bukele Secures Another Five-Year Term

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

El Salvador’s 42-year-old President Nayib Bukele, known for his strong support of cryptocurrency, is set to govern for another five years after securing near-total control of parliament. This significant political development was marked by a grand inauguration...

China and UAE Unite to Combat Crypto-Related Cybercrime and Bolster Trade

by Theresa Joy Lacatan | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog News, Crypto News

China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have pledged to fortify their cooperation in the battle against cybercrime linked to cryptocurrency. This commitment was announced in a joint statement released following UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s state...