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Trump DOJ Rejects Tornado Cash Developer’s Newest Argument for Dismissal

The U.S. Department of Justice has rejected the latest argument from a developer of Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixing service, seeking to dismiss charges against him. The developer, Alexey Pertsev, is facing allegations related to money laundering and facilitating illicit transactions through the platform. The DOJ's dismissal of his argument emphasizes the government's stance on enforcing regulations against cryptocurrency services that may enable criminal activities. Pertsev's legal team plans to continue fighting the charges, asserting that the technology itself should not be criminalized. The case highlights ongoing tensions between innovation in the crypto space and regulatory scrutiny.

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Aave Token Falls Near 2-Year Low as Risk Management Firm Becomes Latest to Depart

Aave's token has dropped to near a two-year low following the departure of a prominent risk management firm. This exit raises concerns about the stability and future prospects of the Aave platform. The decline in the token's value reflects broader challenges in the cryptocurrency market, impacting

Trump-linked World Liberty faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned network: The Times

World Liberty, a cryptocurrency firm linked to former President Donald Trump, is under investigation for its connections to a network of individuals and entities that are subject to U.S. sanctions. The scrutiny arises from allegations that the firm may have facilitated transactions that violate these sanctions. The Times reports

Solana Exchange Stabble Warns Users to Pull Liquidity After North Korean Hacker Scare

Solana-based exchange Stabble has issued a warning to its users, advising them to withdraw their liquidity due to concerns about potential hacks linked to North Korean cybercriminals. The alert follows reports of increased hacking activity targeting cryptocurrency platforms, with North Korea being implicated in several high-profile attacks. Stabble emphasized the

Stablecoin issuers get closer to U.S. federal rules with FDIC's new proposal

The FDIC has proposed new guidelines that could pave the way for federal regulations on stablecoin issuers in the U.S. This initiative aims to enhance consumer protection and financial stability in the rapidly evolving digital asset market. The proposal emphasizes the need for stablecoin issuers to maintain adequate reserves

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Aave Token Falls Near 2-Year Low as Risk Management Firm Becomes Latest to Depart

Trump-linked World Liberty faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned network: The Times

Solana Exchange Stabble Warns Users to Pull Liquidity After North Korean Hacker Scare

Stablecoin issuers get closer to U.S. federal rules with FDIC's new proposal