Kraken to Send Customer Data to the IRS in November
"Kraken has notified its users when they will comply with a requirement to provide IRS with user records," reported Bitcoin Magazine.
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Why Blockchain Surveillance Needs FinCEN's Patriot Act Ploy
"FinCEN has proposed to regulate Bitcoin privacy tech under the PATRIOT Act. But the data used to support FinCEN‘s proposal is partial at best, highlighting the gravity of blockchain surveillance software shortcomings," wrote L0La L33tz for Bitcoin Magazine.
OpenSats Announces Long-Term Support for Furszy
"OpenSats is proud to welcome our newest LTS grantee, Furszy. Furszy is receiving long-term support for his contributions to Bitcoin Core," announced @dergigi on OpenSats blog.
Bitmain Introduces Antminer T21
Bitmain has officially introduced its new air-cooled Antminer T21 which is set to ship in Q1 of 2024.
Marathon Digital Plans to Raise $750M via Hybrid Equity Offering(s)
"We intend to use to use a substantial portion of the net proceeds for working capital expenditures," was stated in the SEC filing.
Update: Customer Data May Have Leaked From a 3rd Party Shipping Provider - Blockstream
Blockstream is investigating a phishing campaign targeting some (but not all) users who made purchases via Blockstream store.
UK's Law Enforcement Can Now Seize Bitcoin Linked to Criminal Activity Without Conviction
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill became law on Thursday after receiving the King's approval. Users with robust self-custody set up remain unaffected.
Our Data in WSJ Article on Hamas Crypto Fundraising 'Was Misrepresented', Says Surveillance Firm Elliptic
"We have spoken to representatives of the lead signatory, Senator Warren, as well as the authors of the Wall Street Journal article, to clarify this," added the surveillance company.
NYAG Filed Complaint Against Gemini, Genesis, DCG, Michael Moro and Barry Silbert Over Earn & Covering Up $1Bn Hole
"New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a complaint against crypto exchange Gemini, crypto lending firm Genesis, crypto investment company DCG and two executives: former Genesis CEO Michael Moro and DCG CEO Barry Silbert."
OpenSats Provides Long-Term Support for Matt Morehouse
Matt Morehouse is receiving long-term support from OpenSats for his work on Lightning security and reliability.
WSJ Article Used to Pressure US Treasury into Proposing Insane Bitcoin Regulations Overstated Funds Raised by Hamas by Over 99%
The latest regulatory attack on Bitcoin privacy is fueled by questionable evidence and grossly misleading claims.
European Central Bank Decided to Proceed with CBDC Preparation
ECB Governing Council to start digital euro preparation phase following conclusion of two-year investigation phase on design and distribution of a CBDC.