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Binance Unveils Plan to Hire 1,000 Employees This Year, Prioritizing Compliance Amid Regulatory Pressure

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Crypto exchange Binance plans to hire 1,000 new employees this year, primarily for compliance roles, as regulatory spending exceeds $200 million. CEO Richard Teng highlighted the company’s commitment to bolstering its compliance operations amid increased regulatory scrutiny and ongoing legal challenges. Binance to Expand Workforce With 1,000 New Hires Amid Regulatory Scrutiny Binance CEO Richard … Read more

Binance Goes Live in India: Full Access for Indian Users

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Binance has registered as a reporting entity with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit. Binance CEO Richard Teng emphasized the importance of the Indian market and the crypto exchange’s dedication to providing secure and efficient services. With this registration, Indian users now have full access to Binance’s platform. Binance Now Fully Available for Indian Users Crypto exchange … Read more

47 Companies Apply to Operate in Turkey Under New Crypto Regulations

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Turkey’s Capital Markets Board has issued an update on crypto asset service providers following new regulations. The provisional lists include 47 operational companies and three that are planning to liquidate. Current crypto service roviders are required to apply for permits or proceed with liquidation by specified deadlines, with legal repercussions for noncompliance. Turkey’s Capital Markets … Read more

IRS Unveils Overhauled Crypto Tax Form With No Address Disclosure Requirements

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The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has unveiled an updated Form 1099-DA for reporting digital asset transactions, introducing key changes that may address past criticism and privacy issues. This new version, reportedly set to be partially implemented in 2025, removes several contentious elements from earlier drafts. IRS Revamps Crypto Reporting Form On Aug. 8, 2024, … Read more

DOJ Launches Whistleblower Awards Program to Tackle Crypto Crimes

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program to encourage reporting of corporate criminal activities. This three-year program targets financial institutions, including cryptocurrency businesses, to enhance the detection and prosecution of corporate crimes. Whistleblowers who provide non-public information leading to forfeitures over $1 million are eligible for awards. DOJ … Read more

Seven Years of Binance: CEO Richard Teng Shares Insights on Achievements and Future Goals

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Binance is celebrating its seventh anniversary, reflecting on its growth and achievements in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency industry. In an open letter, Binance CEO Richard Teng shared his insights and perspective on the company’s journey and future. Binance CEO Richard Teng on Successes, Challenges, and the Road Ahead In his reflection shared with Bitcoin.com News, … Read more

Hiro Systems Applauds SEC Decision to Close Stacks Investigation

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into Stacks, a Bitcoin scaling network, and its original developer, Hiro Systems, with no recommended enforcement actions. This investigation began in 2021 despite claims by network contributors that Stacks’ token sale was SEC-qualified. Hiro Systems praised the SEC’s decision, reaffirming its commitment to regulatory … Read more