Exchanges Do Not Compete – How To Change That

gerenme Introduction This article explains why existing securities exchanges fail to compete. It examines new tactics and products that would make inter-exchange competition a reality. Finally, and most importantly, it shows why an ambitious broker-dealer might be motivated to build a new exchange that might be called ENEX. Why Securities Exchanges Do Not Compete The…

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Apple India Blocks Binance, Huobi, and 7 Other Popular Exchanges to Reinforce FIU’s Regulatory Demands

The affected cryptocurrency exchanges have responded cautiously, stating their commitment to comply with local laws while minimizing disruptions to their services. Apple has recently made a big decision to block certain popular cryptocurrency exchange apps from its App Store in India. This choice was influenced by the increasing regulatory pressure from Indian authorities who are…

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SEC To Finalize Comments On Spot Bitcoin ETFs With Stock Exchanges Today

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is holding meetings with leading stock exchanges to conclude discussions and gather final comments on the much-anticipated Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), according to Eleanor Terrett of FOX Business. The SEC has been under intense scrutiny regarding the approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which would open doors for widespread access to…

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Crypto Exchanges Seeking to Tap on Vast Indonesian Market Must Register with Commodity Future Exchange (CFX)

The Indonesian government is keen to protect crypto investors from exploitative exchanges and ensure optimal tax collection. The high demand for digital assets and Web3 products in Indonesia has seen registered users surpass more than 18 million, compared to 12 million traditional stock traders. With the number of crypto users expected to grow exponentially in…

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BTC Price Eyes $40,000 Soon as Massive Number of Bitcoins Move Off Exchanges

Anticipated interest rate cuts by central banks in the coming months could attract capital to various markets, potentially leading to increased volatility in speculative sectors like cryptocurrencies, according to some market observers. With the Federal Reserve pausing its rate hiking cycle and other central banks globally following suit, there is speculation that we may have…

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Binance Legal Issues Could Worsen as CFTC Gets More Aggressive, Gains Access to Crypto Exchange’s Records

The commission now has access to all of the exchange’s records, which could serve as a catalyst for uncovering additional instances of mishandled funds or suspected fraudulent activities. The recent news of Binance’s former CEO pleading guilty to money laundering charges has undoubtedly made headlines, adding to the circumstances that led to his decision to…

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Coinbase CEO Boast Exchange’s Regulatory Compliance Efforts as Binance Chief Steps Down

Armstrong touted Coinbase’s efforts at remaining in line with US compliance, while calling for regulatory clarity in the sector. The CEO of Coinbase Brian Armstrong has commented on Binance’s regulatory issues, particularly Changpeng Zhao’s decision to step down as CEO. The Coinbase chief took to X to explain the exchange’s decision to follow rules and ensure…

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AB 39 & SB 401: An Analysis Of Pending California Legislation For Bitcoin Exchanges

In the heart of Sacramento, a quiet drama unfolds. As California’s legislative session concludes, two pivotal crypto regulatory bills, AB 39 and SB 401, stand on the cusp of becoming state law. These developments carry profound implications for the bitcoin and broader crypto industry, transcending California’s borders to influence future regulatory paths across other states…

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Binance Exchange’s $1B IRI Fund Falls Short of Expectations

Beyond Binance’s own commitment, the IRI garnered an additional $100 million in contributions from 18 organizations by February 2023. A recent report from Bloomberg suggests that the $1 billion Industry Recovery Initiative (IRI), launched by Binance has fallen short of expectations, with only 2.7% of the committed funds deployed. The Industry Recovery Initiative was first…

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Taiwan to Ban All Offshore Exchanges on Failure of Compliance

The Taiwanese government is planning to release guiding principles by the month end, in order to boost information disclosure for crypto exchanges. Taiwan is preparing to introduce some sweeping regulatory changes while restricting offshore exchanges from operating in the country without any proper compliance in place. The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) of Taiwan has formulated…

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