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Drift Exploit Claims Its First Victim as DeFi Protocol Carrot Shuts Down
Solana-based DeFi protocol Carrot is shutting down after suffering losses linked to the Drift Protocol exploit. The platform said the incident severely affected its operations and has asked users to withdraw funds before the May 14 deadline.
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Nine Crypto Scam Centres Targeting US Users Shut Down in Joint Operation Involving UAE, US and China
A joint operation involving authorities from the UAE, the US, and China led to the shutdown of nine crypto scam centres and the arrest of 276 individuals. The crackdown targeted fraudulent investment platforms and cross-border money laundering activities linked to crypto scams.
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HKMA Warns Investors of Fraudulent HSBC and Anchorpoint Stablecoins
HKMA, HSBC, and Anchorpoint Financial have warned users about fake stablecoins circulating under the tickers “HKDAP” and “HSBC.” The regulators clarified that no official tokens have been launched yet and urged users to rely only on authorised channels.
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US Judge Rejects Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried’s Bid for New Trial
A US federal judge has denied Sam Bankman-Fried’s request for a new trial, stating that the motion lacked new evidence. The development comes as the former FTX CEO continues to pursue legal remedies following his conviction in one of the largest crypto fraud cases.
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Israel's Regulatory Authority Approves Shekel-Pegged Stablecoin After Pilot on Solana Blockchain
Israel’s regulator has approved a shekel-pegged stablecoin by Bits of Gold after a two-year pilot. The BILS token will operate under strict conditions, with reserves held in segregated local accounts, as authorities move towards regulated crypto adoption.
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Canada's Bill C-25 Clears Key Vote as Government Moves to Block Crypto Political Donations
Canada has proposed a bill to ban political donations made using cryptocurrency as part of broader election finance reforms. The move aims to improve transparency and reduce risks linked to traceability and compliance, reflecting increasing regulatory scrutiny of digital assets in the country.
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Banking Circle Launches Stablecoin Settlement Services After Bagging CASP Licence
Banking Circle has launched stablecoin settlement services after securing a CASP licence in Luxembourg. The offering enables fiat-to-stablecoin conversions for institutional clients, reflecting growing adoption of blockchain-based payment infrastructure within regulated financial systems.
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Morgan Stanley Announces MSILF Stablecoin Reserves Portfolio for Issuers
Morgan Stanley has introduced a Stablecoin Reserves Portfolio, enabling issuers to invest reserves in money market funds. The move aligns with evolving US regulations under the GENIUS Act and reflects growing institutional interest in integrating stablecoins into traditional financial systems.
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UK’s FCA Raids Multiple Sites Suspected of Illegal P2P Crypto Operations
The UK’s FCA has raided multiple locations linked to illegal P2P crypto trading operations. Authorities issued cease-and-desist notices and launched investigations with support from law enforcement agencies. The move reflects a broader crackdown on unregistered crypto activity amid rising financial crime concerns.
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Coinbase Rolls Out Crypto-Backed Loans in the UK as FCA Shapes Rules
Coinbase has launched crypto-backed USDC loans in the UK, allowing users to borrow against assets like Bitcoin and Ether. The move comes as the FCA seeks feedback on upcoming crypto regulations. The offering reflects growing interest in crypto lending products within regulated markets.
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Drift Exploit Claims Its First Victim as DeFi Protocol Carrot Shuts Down
Solana-based DeFi protocol Carrot is shutting down after suffering losses linked to the Drift Protocol exploit. The platform said the incident severely affected its operations and has asked users to withdraw funds before the May 14 deadline.
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Nine Crypto Scam Centres Targeting US Users Shut Down in Joint Operation Involving UAE, US and China
A joint operation involving authorities from the UAE, the US, and China led to the shutdown of nine crypto scam centres and the arrest of 276 individuals. The crackdown targeted fraudulent investment platforms and cross-border money laundering activities linked to crypto scams.
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HKMA Warns Investors of Fraudulent HSBC and Anchorpoint Stablecoins
HKMA, HSBC, and Anchorpoint Financial have warned users about fake stablecoins circulating under the tickers “HKDAP” and “HSBC.” The regulators clarified that no official tokens have been launched yet and urged users to rely only on authorised channels.
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US Judge Rejects Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried’s Bid for New Trial
A US federal judge has denied Sam Bankman-Fried’s request for a new trial, stating that the motion lacked new evidence. The development comes as the former FTX CEO continues to pursue legal remedies following his conviction in one of the largest crypto fraud cases.
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Israel's Regulatory Authority Approves Shekel-Pegged Stablecoin After Pilot on Solana Blockchain
Israel’s regulator has approved a shekel-pegged stablecoin by Bits of Gold after a two-year pilot. The BILS token will operate under strict conditions, with reserves held in segregated local accounts, as authorities move towards regulated crypto adoption.
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Canada's Bill C-25 Clears Key Vote as Government Moves to Block Crypto Political Donations
Canada has proposed a bill to ban political donations made using cryptocurrency as part of broader election finance reforms. The move aims to improve transparency and reduce risks linked to traceability and compliance, reflecting increasing regulatory scrutiny of digital assets in the country.
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Banking Circle Launches Stablecoin Settlement Services After Bagging CASP Licence
Banking Circle has launched stablecoin settlement services after securing a CASP licence in Luxembourg. The offering enables fiat-to-stablecoin conversions for institutional clients, reflecting growing adoption of blockchain-based payment infrastructure within regulated financial systems.
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Morgan Stanley Announces MSILF Stablecoin Reserves Portfolio for Issuers
Morgan Stanley has introduced a Stablecoin Reserves Portfolio, enabling issuers to invest reserves in money market funds. The move aligns with evolving US regulations under the GENIUS Act and reflects growing institutional interest in integrating stablecoins into traditional financial systems.
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UK’s FCA Raids Multiple Sites Suspected of Illegal P2P Crypto Operations
The UK’s FCA has raided multiple locations linked to illegal P2P crypto trading operations. Authorities issued cease-and-desist notices and launched investigations with support from law enforcement agencies. The move reflects a broader crackdown on unregistered crypto activity amid rising financial crime concerns.
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Coinbase Rolls Out Crypto-Backed Loans in the UK as FCA Shapes Rules
Coinbase has launched crypto-backed USDC loans in the UK, allowing users to borrow against assets like Bitcoin and Ether. The move comes as the FCA seeks feedback on upcoming crypto regulations. The offering reflects growing interest in crypto lending products within regulated markets.
