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.
SEC Collaborates with South Korea in Probing Terraform Labs and Do Kwon
The US SEC has approved collaboration with South Korea to investigate Terraform Labs and co-founders Daniel Shin and Do Kwon. The investigation focuses on Chai Corporation's use of the Terra blockchain and its relationship statements with Terraform. Shin is charged with fraud, while Kwon faces investigations in both the US and South Korea.
Prometheum's License Approval: Republican Lawmakers Challenge SEC and FINRA Decisions
Prometheum Ember Capital's designation as the first digital asset SPBD has raised concerns among Republican House Committee members.
SEC Charges UK Audit Firm Crowe and Senior Executives Over Deficient Audit of Akazoo
SEC charges Crowe U.K. LLP, CEO Nigel Bostock, and auditor Matthew Stallabrass over flawed Akazoo audit. Akazoo's 2018 report falsely claimed $120M revenue. Settlements agreed; penalties total $785,000. Both executives face SEC suspensions.
2024 Election Impact on SEC's Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval
John Reed Stark's analysis suggests the 2024 U.S. Election may be pivotal in shaping the SEC's policy on Bitcoin spot ETFs.
SEC Delays Decision on ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF, Opens Public Comment Period
The SEC has delayed its decision on ARK 21Shares' Bitcoin ETF until Nov 11, 2023, opening a 21-day public comment period.
Involved in Cryptocurrency and Cash Corruption, Regional Military Recruitment Heads Were Dismissed by Ukrainian President
Ukrainian President dismissed regional military recruitment heads for corruption involving cryptocurrency and cash. Law enforcement opened 112 cases.
Gemini Is Giving Away 4,000 Ripple XRP Every Day at 3 pm EST
Gemini is hosting an XRP giveaway, dubbed the 'XRP Faucet,' from Aug 11-18, 2023. Eligible U.S. residents with verified accounts can participate daily.
Crypto Exchange Bittrex Settles with SEC for $24 Million
Bittrex settles with the SEC for $24 million over charges of operating as an unregistered broker and exchange.
DFINITY Foundation (ICP) Joins Blockchain Security Alliance
DFINITY Foundation joins the Blockchain Security Alliance, enhancing global blockchain security. The alliance, with 42 members, focuses on collaboration and innovation.
Cathie Wood: SEC to Approve Multiple Bitcoin ETFs Simultaneously
Cathie Wood predicts the U.S. SEC may simultaneously approve multiple Bitcoin ETFs.