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BakerHostetler Law Partner on Binance founder's pardon: 'NO fraud, NO victims, NO criminal history'
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Teresa Goody Guillén, a law partner at BakerHostetler, said that Changpeng "CZ" Zhao's pardon was related to a single compliance-related charge and emphasized that there were no victims or money laundering involved.

CAFE Association Executive Director: CAFE Association will provide 'structure, tools, and credibility' to consumers
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Edward Weinhaus, interim founding executive director for the Cryptocurrency Anti-Fraud Education (CAFE) Association, said that the organization aims to assist responsible companies in aligning on shared tools and standards to protect consumers.

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CAFE Association opens membership to crypto firms for fraud-prevention coalition
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The Cryptocurrency Anti-Fraud Education (CAFE) Association has issued an open call for membership, inviting cryptocurrency companies, kiosk operators, and fintech platforms to join a nationwide fraud-prevention coalition.


Cryptocurrency Anti-Fraud Education Association launches with open membership
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The Cryptocurrency Anti-Fraud Education Association (CAFE) has been launched as a nonprofit organization focusing on consumer protection.


Blockchain Association responds to Senate Democrats’ DeFi market structure proposal
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Following the release of a market structure proposal on decentralized finance (DeFi) by Senate Democrats, Blockchain Association CEO Summer Mersinger issued a statement expressing concern over the potential impact of the legislation. “The...


North American Blockchain Association and Blockchain Association form alliance on stablecoin policy
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The North American Blockchain Association (NABA) and the Blockchain Association (BA) have announced a new partnership aimed at improving coordination between state and federal stablecoin policy efforts.


Blockchain Association urges Congress to maintain support for stablecoin regulation under GENIUS Act
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Blockchain Association has urged Congress to uphold the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan law that created the first U.S. framework for dollar-backed stablecoins.


Gensler-era record loss may compromise FOIA responses on crypto enforcement
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that missing text messages from former Chair Gary Gensler may hinder responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests on cryptocurrency enforcement and obscure accountability for...


FinCEN warns of rise in crypto ATM scams
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The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, has issued a notice urging financial institutions, particularly cryptocurrency ATM operators, to be vigilant against scams and illicit activities...


Blockchain Association responds to verdict in Roman Storm case
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Following the verdict in the case of Roman Storm, Blockchain Association Senior Counsel Laura Sanders issued a statement expressing disappointment over the jury’s decision.


Trump issues executive orders on crypto company banking and retirement account access
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President Trump has issued executive orders that address the banking practices toward crypto companies and the inclusion of digital assets in retirement accounts.


House Oversight Subcommittee discusses America's role in global crypto landscape
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Coin Center director of policy, Jason Somensatto, provided testimony during a House Oversight Subcommittee hearing focused on making America the leading hub for cryptocurrency.


Blockchain Association supports Quintenz's nomination for CFTC chair
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The Blockchain Association has expressed support for the nomination of Brian Quintenz to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).


Tokenized in America report highlights top US states in blockchain innovation
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Texas, Arizona, and Utah have been recognized as leaders in blockchain policy and innovation according to a new scorecard launched by Chainlink and the Blockchain Association.


Blockchain Association praises GENIUS Act as landmark digital asset legislation
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The Blockchain Association has released a statement following the signing of the GENIUS Act by President Trump.


Blockchain Association supports new acts; urges Trump's signature
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Washington, D.C. – The Blockchain Association has expressed approval following the bipartisan passage of two significant pieces of legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives: the GENIUS Act and the CLARITY Act.


Blockchain Association supports legislative progress on digital asset economy
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The Blockchain Association has expressed its support following the advancement of three significant pieces of legislation: the CLARITY Act, the GENIUS Act, and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act.


Blockchain Association welcomes GENIUS Act passage
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The Blockchain Association's CEO, Summer Mersinger, has expressed approval following the passage of the GENIUS Act.


Blockchain Association CEO comments on CLARITY Act passage
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The Blockchain Association has issued a statement following the passage of the CLARITY Act in the House of Representatives.


Trump's crypto report may impact block reward taxes and user privacy
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President Trump's Executive Order on digital assets, EO 14178, has tasked the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets with producing a report to reassess outdated policies affecting cryptocurrency innovation.