SEC
SEC typically refers to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission which "protects investors in the $3.8 trillion municipal securities markets that cities and towns rely on to provide neighborhood schools, local libraries and hospitals, public parks, safe drinking water and so much more". But it can also refer to the security and exchange regulation bodies of other countries.
KuCoin and Founders Charged with Bank Secrecy Act and Money Transmission Offenses
KuCoin, along with its founders Chun Gan and Ke Tang, has been charged with violating the Bank Secrecy Act and operating an unlicensed money transmission business, allegedly allowing its platform to be used for money laundering and terrorist financing.
SEC Brands Terraform Labs a "House of Cards" as Civil Trial Commences
SEC accuses Terraform Labs of constructing a fraudulent empire, with the civil trial beginning over a year after the lawsuit was filed.
SEC Postpones Ethereum ETF Decision Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
The SEC has delayed its verdict on Hashdex and Ark 21Shares' spot Ethereum ETF applications until May 2024, signaling a cautious approach to crypto ETFs.
SEC Requests $158 Million Boost to Rein in Crypto's "Wild West"
The SEC is requesting a $158 million budget increase for 2025 to expand oversight and tackle the dynamic risks within the burgeoning crypto market.
US District Court Sanctions SEC Over Misconduct in Debt Box Litigation
US District Court Judge Robert J. Shelby reprimands the SEC for "bad faith" conduct, imposing sanctions amid Debt Box lawsuit proceedings.
Trezor's Social Media Compromised, Fake $TRZR Token Presale Promoted
Trezor's official channels were breached, inadvertently advertising a scam "$TRZR" token presale, raising concerns about social media security.
Genesis settles with the SEC, agreeing to a $21 million penalty
Genesis Global Capital, LLC settles with the SEC, agreeing to a $21 million penalty for unregistered securities offerings through its Gemini Earn program.
BlackRock Launches Pioneering Tokenized Asset Fund in Partnership with Securitize
BlackRock unveils its first tokenized asset fund with a $100,000 minimum investment, signaling a major move by the asset management giant into digital assets.
Fidelity Seeks SEC Nod for Staking in Proposed Ether ETF for Enhanced Yields
Fidelity Investments aims to add staking to its Ether ETF, pending SEC approval, potentially offering investors a new revenue stream.
Animoca Brands Partners with Blockpass to Enhance Web3 Security and Compliance
Animoca Brands aligns with Blockpass in a strategic partnership to bolster Web3 security, aiming to set new standards in user verification and regulatory compliance.