Payward Ventures, Inc., d/b/a Kraken, the cryptocurrency exchange, has entered into a $30 million settlement agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over allegations the company failed to register its...more
In the long running question of whether cryptocurrency tokens are securities, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) has volleyed new claims against a former employee of Coinbase Global, Inc. (“Coinbase”),...more
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have been trending since the start of the year, and more companies and artists are getting involved with the latest blockchain innovation. Join us to dive deeper than the headlines as our presenters...more
5/7/2021
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It’s already been an epic year for blockchain, and it’s only March. As blockchain technology and digital currency companies are dominating today’s headlines, and more traditional companies get involved, what’s next for this...more
3/17/2021
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Digital Currency ,
Entertainment Industry ,
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Financial Transactions ,
Investment Management ,
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Bank transaction activity has picked up as small and midsize banks look to adjust their business models to the digital economy. Some fintech companies have chosen to acquire or form their own banks. The clash between the new...more
2/24/2020
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Banking Sector ,
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Fintech Charter ,
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By a 3-to-1 vote, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted a rulemaking package concerning investment adviser and broker-dealer standards of conduct....more
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Demonstrating the continuing regulatory interest in online lenders, the California Department of Business Oversight (DBO) announced an inquiry into the marketplace lending industry. While the agency...more