decentralized finance

Central Banks See DeFi Decentralization as ‘Illusion’
Technology

Central Banks See DeFi Decentralization as ‘Illusion’

The Bank for International Settlements says although DeFi appears to be decentralized, there are "entry points" for regulators to implement policies.
By Matthew Heller | December 9, 2021
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IMF Warns of Crypto Risks to Financial Stability
Technology

IMF Warns of Crypto Risks to Financial Stability

“The anonymity of crypto assets and limited global standards create significant data gaps for regulators.”
By Matthew Heller | October 1, 2021
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Coinbase Shelves ‘Lend’ Amid SEC Pushback
Risk & Compliance

Coinbase Shelves ‘Lend’ Amid SEC Pushback

Having to scrap the lending program "is a major blow for Coinbase as the firm tries to diversify revenue beyond its trading fees.”
By Matthew Heller | September 21, 2021
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Coinbase Clashing With SEC Over Lending Platform
Risk & Compliance

Coinbase Clashing With SEC Over Lending Platform

“If we end up in court we may finally get the regulatory clarity the SEC refuses to provide,” Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says.
By Matthew Heller | September 9, 2021
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Crypto Hacker Returns Half of Stolen Assets
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Crypto Hacker Returns Half of Stolen Assets

The theft from DeFi platform Poly Network "demonstrates that even if you can steal crypto assets, laundering them and cashing out is extremely difficult."
By Matthew Heller | August 12, 2021
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DeFi Platform Fined $13M Over Crypto Offerings
Risk & Compliance

DeFi Platform Fined $13M Over Crypto Offerings

The SEC targets decentralized finance in alleging the founders of DeFi Money Market illegally sold more than $30 million in securities.
By Matthew Heller | August 9, 2021
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