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Ripple CEO Loses Bank Account After 25 Years, Given 5 Days to Withdraw Funds

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Ripple’s CEO has revealed that his 25-year-old bank account was closed due to his role leading a crypto company, underscoring rising regulatory pressures and uncertain U.S. policies. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s Bank Account Closed by Major Institution After 25 Years Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has disclosed he was recently debanked, citing increased regulatory scrutiny impacting … Read more

Senator Warren Slams Citibank’s Ongoing Failures — Suggests Breaking up Citi

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Senator Elizabeth Warren has called for bold action from regulators, urging the acting head of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to address Citibank’s persistent operational failures. Warren stated that Citibank may be “too-big-to-manage,” citing years of regulatory missteps and mishandled reforms, despite ongoing penalties. The letter suggests that breaking up the … Read more

Select Group of Russian Firms Authorized to Use Crypto for Chinese Imports Amid Sanctions

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A select group of Russian companies, including electronics producers and financial institutions, has received approval to use cryptocurrencies for Chinese imports under a pilot legal framework. Overseen by Russia’s central bank and the Ministry of Finance, this initiative targets firms handling dual-use products and facing challenges with international payments, particularly with China. Russian Firms Explore … Read more

Sygnum Secures Liechtenstein License to Expand Crypto Services in EU

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Sygnum, a Swiss digital asset banking group, has registered its local subsidiary with the Liechtenstein financial regulator. This move allows the company to offer regulated services in the EU and European Economic Area under the incoming MiCA framework. With plans for further growth in Asia, including Hong Kong and Singapore, Sygnum continues to strengthen its … Read more