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Michael Lewellen appeals dismissal of developer rights case to Fifth Circuit
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Michael Lewellen has appealed his dismissed lawsuit concerning developer rights in publishing non-custodial software. Supported by Coin Center, he seeks clarity from higher courts about whether such development makes one a money transmitter under federal law.

Binance, Coinbase support international law enforcement campaign 'Operation Atlantic'
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The United States Secret Service announced results from Operation Atlantic—a multinational effort against crypto approval-phishing scams—identifying over $45 million in fraud schemes with support from Binance and Coinbase.

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Treasury releases GENIUS report on digital assets and illicit finance, Coin Center responds
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The Department of Treasury has released a report examining how technology can help combat illicit finance involving digital assets. Coin Center responded by highlighting both positive steps toward privacy protections and areas needing further attention. The organization urges continued focus on regulated entities rather than expanding surveillance requirements.


Coin Center sends recommendations to SEC’s Crypto Task Force on rulemaking and blockchain policy
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Coin Center has sent recommendations to the SEC’s Crypto Task Force urging broader rulemaking over case-by-case exemptions in crypto regulation. Executive Director Peter Van Valkenburgh suggests blockchain-based solutions could modernize securities recordkeeping while preserving privacy.


Blockchain Association CEO responds to SEC-CFTC interpretation of federal securities law
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Blockchain Association CEO Summer Mersinger welcomed new guidance from federal regulators on how they view crypto assets. The association says this move brings much-needed clarity for innovators in digital finance. The group continues efforts to promote supportive policies for blockchain technology.


Binance contests Senate inquiry and defends compliance program
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Binance responded to a Senate inquiry led by Senator Richard Blumenthal by disputing media reports cited in the investigation.


Binance CCO Perlman on media allegations: 'No one at Binance has ever been dismissed for raising compliance concerns'
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Binance Chief Compliance Officer Noah Perlman said no employee has been dismissed for raising compliance concerns amid recent media allegations.


Binance CEO disputes Wall Street Journal coverage, calls compliance claims 'defamatory'
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Binance CEO Richard Teng said recent media coverage has misrepresented the company's compliance efforts.


Chief Compliance Officer Perlman on Binance’s compliance efforts: 'I’m proud of the progress our teams have made'
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Noah Perlman of Binance said he is proud of his team's progress on global compliance efforts as part of his mandate as Chief Compliance Officer.


Athena Bitcoin announces role of ATMs in onboarding unbanked Americans to bitcoin
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Athena Bitcoin announced that its ATMs provide unbanked Americans with access to bitcoin using cash without requiring a bank account.


Advocates urge inclusion of developer protections in US blockchain market regulations
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The Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) is being highlighted as a necessary component of any market structure legislation for blockchain in the United States.


Blockchain Association brings industry leaders to Capitol Hill for digital asset policy advocacy
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Blockchain Association members will visit Capitol Hill next week to advocate for digital asset tax policy and protections for decentralized finance (DeFi) and software developers.


Binance CEO Teng: 'The resilience and support for crypto and the blockchain industry is very real'
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Binance CEO Richard Teng said that strong long-term growth trends demonstrate real resilience in the crypto industry despite recent volatility. Institutional engagement continues to grow as Binance maintains significant market leadership by trading volume. Teng's regulatory experience shapes his approach as he leads Binance through this period of market development.


CoinFlip CEO Weiss on compliance: 'We take pride in the relationships we’ve built with law enforcement'
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CoinFlip appoints Jed Roffers as its first Law Enforcement Relations Director to strengthen collaboration with various agencies amid growing cryptocurrency adoption.


Blockchain Association responds to Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Federal Reserve Chair
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Kevin Warsh has been nominated to serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.


White House hosts meeting on bipartisan digital asset market structure legislation
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A White House meeting on digital asset market structure legislation took place today, focusing on finding bipartisan solutions for the cryptocurrency sector.


Blockchain Association names 2026 working group co-chairs for policy initiatives
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The Blockchain Association has announced the co-chairs for its member-led working groups for 2026.


Senate Agriculture Committee advances digital asset regulation; Blockchain Association responds
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The Senate Agriculture Committee has voted to advance digital asset market structure legislation, a move that industry representatives say is an important step toward establishing clear regulations for the sector.


Blockchain Association responds to Senate Agriculture Committee’s draft on digital asset regulation
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The Blockchain Association has responded to the Senate Agriculture Committee’s release of draft legislation concerning digital asset market structure.