Binance executive detained in Nigeria in crypto case escapes custody | Crime News

Binance executive detained in Nigeria in crypto case escapes custody | Crime News

The Binance executive was detained when he arrived in Nigeria following the crackdown on the company. An executive of cryptocurrency exchange Binance has escaped custody in Nigeria, where a criminal investigation has been launched against the platform accused of being used for money laundering, according to authorities. Nadeem Anjarwalla, the…

OKX Exits India’s Crypto Space Failing to Meet Legal Requirements

OKX Exits India’s Crypto Space Failing to Meet Legal Requirements

India has tightened its noose around crypto-related businesses, mandating sector firms to comply with certain legal requirements. Failing to comply with these rules, crypto exchange OKX has decided to exit India’s crypto sphere. The Seychelles-headquartered exchange informed its Indian community on March 21 that they should close their accounts on…

‘Cannot Be Currencies’: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Spells India’s Stance on Crypto

‘Cannot Be Currencies’: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Spells India’s Stance on Crypto

The Web3 sector in India is currently under regulatory maintenance, with the government gradually deploying rules to safeguard the finances involved with the digital assets industry. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was asked Friday about India’s stance on cryptocurrencies. Sharing her response, the minister said that cryptocurrencies were not seen or…

Binance Extends Early Women’s Day Wishes, Launches Perfume Fragrance Named ‘Crypto’

Binance Extends Early Women’s Day Wishes, Launches Perfume Fragrance Named ‘Crypto’

Every year since 1975, March 8 is observed as International Women’s Day as per the UN’s declaration. Binance, touted as the world’s largest exchange, decided to appeal to potential women investors, entrepreneurs, and developers through a new kind of product – a perfume. Binance has announced the launch of a…

India’s Diverse Bazaars to Democratise with Metaverse, Says BWA Chief; Hails Reliance and Nykaa

India’s Diverse Bazaars to Democratise with Metaverse, Says BWA Chief; Hails Reliance and Nykaa

The metaverse technology seems to have a bright future in India, use cases of which are being foreseen in plenty by experts from the industry. In a recent conversation with Gadgets360, Dilip Chenoy, the chairperson of Bharat Web3 Association highlighted a special industrial use case of the metaverse. Chenoy said,…

UK Government Plans to Bring New Rules for Stablecoins, Crypto Staking in Next Six Months

UK Government Plans to Bring New Rules for Stablecoins, Crypto Staking in Next Six Months

The UK government plans to get new rules governing stablecoins and staking services for cryptoassets approved by lawmakers within the next six months as pressure ratchets up to deliver on specific proposals ahead of an impending general election. Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami, speaking at an industry event…

Coinbase Crypto Exchange, US SEC Lock Horns in US Court Over Digital Assets as Securities

Coinbase Crypto Exchange, US SEC Lock Horns in US Court Over Digital Assets as Securities

A federal judge in Manhattan on Wednesday grilled Coinbase and the US securities regulator about their divergent views on whether and when digital assets are securities, in a case closely watched by the cryptocurrency industry. Coinbase has asked the court to dismiss the Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit alleging the…

Crypto Purchase Via Credit Card Could be Banned in South Korea, Here’s Why

Crypto Purchase Via Credit Card Could be Banned in South Korea, Here’s Why

South Korea, despite its relatively pro-crypto stance, is trying to regulate the ways its residents interact and engage with virtual currencies. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea is proposing to ban the purchase of cryptocurrencies via credit cards. The aim is to keep reducing the margin for notorious…

US prosecutors opt out of second trial for crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried | Crypto News

US prosecutors opt out of second trial for crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried | Crypto News

Prosecutors cite ‘strong public interest’ for resolving major case against disgraced crypto exchange founder. United States prosecutors have chosen not to pursue a second trial for FTX cryptocurrency exchange founder Sam Bankman-Fried, who has already been found guilty of fraud and money laundering, and proceed instead to sentencing. Prosecutors said…

Crypto Expands Financial Choices, Gives Independence Making it Attractive for Investors: Binance

Crypto Expands Financial Choices, Gives Independence Making it Attractive for Investors: Binance

The outlook of the investor community towards cryptocurrencies is, needless to say, an ever-evolving landscape. Several governments from around the world are working to regulate the crypto sector, given that the industry has amassed a large community worldwide in recent years despite its volatile nature. There are two big reasons…