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December 18, 2024

UAE crypto regulators grant permission for use of AE stablecoin

Crystal chronicles this week: UAE integrating a stablecoin into the economy, illegal Bitcoin miners in Iran blamed for serious electricity crises.

News | December 16, 2024

Crystal Intelligence and Banxa Announce Strategic Partnership

Crystal Intelligence and Banxa Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Compliance for Embedded Crypto Solutions

Investigations | December 16, 2024

Iran’s Fake ID Fraud: the Threat to KYC for Crypto

Iran’s sanctions-busting & AI-assisted fake ID service bypasses crypto exchanges’ KYC systems worldwide, putting the industry at risk.

News | December 11, 2024

NCA’s money laundering bust links crypto & cash

UK NCA busts money laundering gang, Trump wants pro-crypto SEC, BitOasis gets UAE license, Latvia fast-tracks MiCA approvals.

Thought Leadership | December 10, 2024

Crypto’s Future: Reflections and Predictions for 2025

Crypto in 2025: Predictions and reflections on regulatory shifts, rising trust, and innovations in DeFi, CBDCs, and blockchain intelligence.

News | December 4, 2024

Trump’s US crypto plans see Bitcoin & Ether soar

Trump vows eased US crypto regulations, EU nears digital Euro, South Korea delays crypto tax, DWF Labs shifts to UAE, & Coinbase cuts Turkey plans.

News | November 27, 2024

Shanghai Court Confirms Legal Cryptocurrency Ownership

A Shanghai court has ruled that cryptocurrency ownership, including Bitcoin, is legal for Chinese citizens, recognizing digital assets as property.

News | November 26, 2024

Crystal partners with Dubai Police to fight economic crime

Dubai Police and Crystal have entered a partnership to address the increasing threats from digital assets presented in the MENA region.

News | November 20, 2024

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Hit $2.2BN as Crypto Soars

Explore this week’s crypto highlights: record-breaking Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, UK crypto regulations, Trump’s crypto policies, and tax debates.

News | November 13, 2024

New heights: Bitcoin surges toward $90,000

Bitcoin soars towards $90,000, boosting investor confidence and propelling the broader crypto market to new heights.

News | November 12, 2024

Crystal Intelligence partners with Allbridge

Crystal Intelligence partners with Allbridge Core to boost security for cross-chain stablecoin transactions with real-time blockchain monitoring.

News | November 6, 2024

China to issue $2 billion in bonds in Saudi Arabia

China is set to issue $2 billion in dollar bonds in Saudi Arabia, and the European Parliament's push for enhanced regulatory oversight.

News | November 5, 2024

Crystal commended at Regulation Asia 2024 Awards

Crystal Intelligence earns high commendation at the 2024 Regulation Asia Awards for its leading blockchain analytics and investigation solutions.

Thought Leadership | November 4, 2024

Why are hundreds of companies launching stablecoins?

100s of stablecoins will be launched globally, predicts Crystal's CEO. The issuers will span private firms, commercial banks, and even governments.

News | October 31, 2024

EigenLayer Hack: How Crystal Assisted a Victim

Crystal played a crucial role in analyzing the EigenLayer hack by leveraging our team’s expertise to track and flag compromised wallets.