Regulations
Israel’s Securities Watchdog Moves to Better Supervise Crypto Assets
The Israel Securities Authority proposed new legal definitions for digital assets that would formally establish their government supervision – most frequently as securities.
US Federal Reserve, Other Agencies Continue to Warn Banks About Crypto
U.S. banking regulators argue that the past year of crypto drama underscores the need to keep banks at an arm’s length from the industry.
Previewing FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s Not Guilty Plea in Court
The third day of 2023 to the U.S. federal court system is Sam Bankman-Fried's arraignment, which will take place at 500 Pearl St. in Manhattan
Sam Bankman-Fried's Lawyers Ask Court to Conceal Identities of $250M Bail Co-Signers
The lawyers cited privacy and safety concerns as reasons for the request.
UK Enforces Crypto Tax Break for Foreigners Using Local Brokers
The measures now in effect are part of the government's plans to turn the country into a crypto hub.
FTX, Congress, Stablecoins: What 2023 May Bring for Crypto Regulations
CoinDesk’s policy team predicts the issues and topics that may take center stage over the next 12 months.
Italian Parliament Approves 26% Crypto-Gains Tax in 2023 Budget
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's new bill also includes an incentive for those declaring crypto for tax purposes.
Crypto Exchange Gemini Sued by Investors Over Interest-Earning Program
The platform abruptly halted its Gemini Earn program in November, "effectively wiping out" investors who still had holdings, according to a court filing.
Mango Markets Exploiter Eisenberg Arrested in Puerto Rico
The investor drained $110 million in cryptocurrencies from the platform.
Japan Plans to Allow Local Listing of 'Foreign' Stablecoins Such as USDT and USDC: Nikkei
The Financial Services Agency is seeking feedback on new stablecoin regulations set to take effect in 2023.
