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Cybersecurity Trends in the Digital Asset Space

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After years of regulatory uncertainty, the Trump administration has signaled a new approach to digital assets, including by establishing a working group focused on digital assets and nominating crypto-friendly chairs to the...more

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Sophisticated Crypto Theft Targeting High-Net-Worth Individuals

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A recent court case has unveiled a new level of sophistication in attacks targeting high-net-worth cryptocurrency holders. In a meticulously orchestrated scheme, hackers managed to steal more than $40 million in bitcoin from...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

FDIC Updates Crypto Guidance, Removes Pre-Approval Requirement for Banks

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On March 28, the FDIC issued updated guidance clarifying the process for FDIC-supervised institutions to engage in crypto-related activities. The guidance rescinds and replaces prior instructions issued in 2022 and makes...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Privacy Tip #436 – Microsoft Warns of Crypto Wallet Scanning Malware StilachiRAT

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A Microsoft blog post reported that incident response researchers uncovered a remote access trojan in November 2024 (dubbed StilachiRAT) that “demonstrates sophisticated techniques to evade detection, persist in the target...more

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Enhanced Cayman Islands licensing framework for virtual asset custody providers and trading platform operators takes effect from 1...

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With effect from 1 April 2025, the licensing regime under the VASP Act will be implemented, requiring those providing virtual asset custody services or operating virtual asset trading platforms to obtain a licence under the...more

A&O Shearman

ESMA guidelines on maintenance of systems and security access protocols under MiCAR

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The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published official translations of the guidelines on the maintenance of systems and security access protocols for offerors and persons seeking admission to trading of...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Hodl or Fold? The Insurance and Liability Minefield of Bitcoin for Business

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Cryptocurrency isn’t just for tech startups and X (formerly Twitter) enthusiasts anymore. Mainstream corporations are increasingly forced to consider Bitcoin—the undisputed “king” of crypto—and other investments into digital...more

Jenner & Block

Client Alert: SEC Priorities Regarding Cybersecurity Enforcement: What Public Companies Need to Know Now in the Second Trump...

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The SEC recently announced the creation of a Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) that will focus on fraudulent conduct in cybersecurity, digital assets, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. For...more

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SEC Announces New Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit

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On February 20, 2025, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the creation of a new enforcement unit – the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU). The SEC’s announcement made clear that the new unit...more

J.S. Held

2025 J.S. Held Global Risk Report: The Rise of Crypto & Digital Assets

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While the cryptocurrency industry is still relatively young, its adoption by various economic sectors and the evolution of the technology itself is growing, along with the tokenization of assets, AI-powered smart contracts,...more

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Dual registrant regulatory roundup - February 2025

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Welcome to the Regulatory Roundup. Each month, Eversheds Sutherland Investment Services attorneys review significant regulatory developments (including notable rulemakings and guidance from securities regulators) from the...more

Ropes & Gray LLP

Capital Markets & Governance Insights - January 2025

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Companies should not minimize the extent of a material cybersecurity incident by omitting material facts regarding the scope and potential impact of the incident. Cybersecurity risk factor disclosures should be tailored to a...more

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New Regulatory Framework for Virtual Asset Custodians and Trading Platforms in the Cayman Islands

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The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) has issued a new Rule and Statement of Guidance on the obligations for the provision of virtual asset services – Virtual Asset Custodians and Trading Platforms (the “Rule”). With...more

Mayer Brown

Investing in or Acquiring a Digital Assets Business? Watch Where You Step – Maximizing Value and Managing Risk in Digital Assets...

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As applications and use cases for digital assets and their blockchain infrastructure grow and become more sophisticated, investments and valuations for businesses in these areas have grown as well. The growing number of...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] 29th Annual Flagship Conference on Regulatory Compliance for Financial Institutions - November 21st - 22nd, Toronto, ON,...

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Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry experts at Canadian Institute’s Annual Flagship Conference on Regulatory Compliance for Financial Institutions. This event will equip you with strategies to...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] 22nd Annual Canadian Forum on Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crime - June 7th - 8th, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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AML compliance for reporting entities has never been of greater critical importance than it is today. With the growing sophistication of criminals and the methods and technologies that they employed, combined with the...more

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Bermuda Insights: Regulatory & Risk Advisory

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The economic substance regime has continued to develop, with the most notable change being the amendment to the definition of the ‘relevant activity’ of ‘fund management’, which was effective from 1 January 2022. As a result...more

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Top 5 SEC Enforcement Developments for March 2022

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As a fitting cap to a busy month, on March 30, the SEC Division of Examinations announced its 2022 Examination Priorities. These priorities are consistent with the recent activities of the SEC more generally, as exemplified...more

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CFPB Launches New Initiative Focused on Rural Communities

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In This Issue. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced a new initiative focused on financial issues faced by rural communities and also updated its examination procedures to cover unfair discrimination; the...more

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Holland & Knight's China Practice Newsletter: September-October 2021

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Holland & Knight invites you to read our China Practice Newsletter, in which our authors discuss pertinent Sino-American topics. HIGHLIGHTS: - Non-Fungible Tokens and Intellectual Property Law: Key Considerations ...more

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FINRA Publishes 2021 Enforcement Priorities and Exam Findings Report

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Earlier this week, FINRA published its 2021 Report on FINRA’s Examination and Risk Monitoring Program (the “Report”). The Report, which combines FINRA’s prior publications on regulatory priorities and examination findings,...more

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Fintech 2020: A Global Survey on the State of Financial Technology

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Letter from Our Co-Chairs - As the digital transformation of financial markets accelerates at breakneck speeds, fintech presents significant opportunities and challenges for both investors and innovators around the world. ...more

King & Spalding

Energy Newsletter - April 2020

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Developing Contingency Plans: The NYDFS Mandate on Licensed Virtual Currency Businesses - The events surrounding COVID-19 have increased the use of fintech products, both out of necessity and convenience. Shelter-in-place...more

K2 Integrity

Cybersecurity Awareness Month may be over – but threats are year round

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month may have ended on October 31, but cyber criminals are active 365 days a year, and they’re online looking for vulnerabilities around the clock. Every day, we also spend time online: navigating the...more

Ballard Spahr LLP

Investment Management Update

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a new rule and related amendments designed to streamline and enhance the regulatory framework for "fund of funds" arrangements....more

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