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The Delhi High Court has ordered a new investigation into WazirX following allegations of financial irregularities and a significant hack linked to North Korea, which resulted in a $235 million loss. This comes as Binance announced it would delist WazirX's native token, WRX, due to compliance issues, leading to a 59% drop in its value. Despite efforts to recover funds, WazirX faces intense scrutiny and challenges in restoring investor confidence and operational integrity.
A stopgap funding bill unveiled in Congress includes the "Deploying American Blockchains Act," which aims to bolster U.S. leadership in blockchain technology and establish a National Blockchain Deployment Advisory Committee. This initiative, supported by bipartisan negotiations, seeks to explore blockchain's potential benefits for federal agencies and national security. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary, positioning him to promote crypto-related technologies in the U.S.
Nigerian authorities have arrested nearly 800 individuals linked to crypto "pig butchering" scams that targeted North American and European victims. These scams involve building trust with victims online to lure them into investing in fake opportunities, after which the fraudsters disappear with their funds. A recent raid in Lagos uncovered a call center where foreign nationals trained Nigerian accomplices to execute these scams, utilizing high-end technology and fake profiles to engage victims.
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has licensed four new virtual asset trading platforms, bringing the total to seven. The approved firms underwent rigorous inspections focusing on client asset protection, KYC processes, and cybersecurity. Eleven more platforms are awaiting approval, with the SFC planning to issue licenses in batches through 2026 to enhance regulation and promote blockchain technology.
Europol, in collaboration with law enforcement from six countries, dismantled an international drug trafficking ring, seizing $26 million in cryptocurrencies and other valuables. The operation, linked to cocaine trafficking, highlighted Bitcoin's continued use among criminals, despite the rise of privacy coins. Authorities emphasized the potential of blockchain technology to aid in combating organized crime, while challenges remain due to the anonymity of crypto transactions.
South Korean prosecutors are seeking a six-month prison sentence for lawmaker Kim Nam-kuk, who allegedly failed to report his cryptocurrency holdings, claiming only 1.2 billion won in assets while actually possessing 9.9 billion won. Kim, who left the Democratic Party amid these allegations, is accused of obstructing the National Assembly Ethics Committee's review of his assets. His trial is occurring against a backdrop of political turmoil following President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration and subsequent impeachment by the National Assembly.
Coinbase's delisting of Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) has ignited controversy, particularly due to its ties to Justin Sun, who faces legal scrutiny. Critics argue that Coinbase's rationale lacks transparency and may be an attempt to deflect attention from its own ongoing investigations, including a lawsuit from the SEC. The crypto community remains divided on the fairness of the decision, questioning whether it was based on legitimate concerns or personal connections.
President-elect Donald Trump met with Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek at Mar-a-Lago, where they discussed a federal bitcoin stockpile and a crypto-friendly regulatory framework. Following the meeting, Crypto.com dropped its lawsuit against the SEC, signaling optimism about Trump's regulatory approach. Trump has pledged to implement regulations crafted by industry supporters and plans to replace SEC Chair Gary Gensler with former Commissioner Paul Atkins.
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has granted conditional licenses to four crypto exchanges: Accumulus GBA Technology, DFX Labs, Hong Kong Digital Asset EX, and Thousand Whales Technology. These platforms must complete third-party security assessments and address any identified issues before fully operating, bringing the total licensed exchanges in Hong Kong to seven. The SFC aims to protect investors while fostering growth in the crypto sector through rigorous compliance and regulatory standards.
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