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Thought Leadership | January 13, 2025

How FOMO Is Driving Crypto Scams

Fear of missing out is fueling a rise in crypto scams, leaving investors vulnerable. Learn how to stay safe with tips from experts.

Investigations | January 9, 2025

Ideology, conflict & crypto in post-Assad Syria

Learn about ideology, conflict and crypto in post-Assad Syria, how the HTS swept into power, and the role crypto played in sponsoring the take over.

News | January 8, 2025

Bitcoin high again as Trump’s inauguration looms

Trump’s new term sees Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies soar, Canada is set for a pro-crypto PM, the EU starts the final MiCA phase.

News | 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.

MiCAR insights | November 25, 2024

Dublin MiCAR Roundtable on CASP Monitoring and Reporting

Key discussions on sustainability disclosures, FATF and TFR alignment, and CASP compliance challenges in the EU crypto regulations.

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.

MiCAR insights | November 14, 2024

MiCAR Frankfurt Roundtable on AML and KYC Collaboration

AML compliance, Travel Rule interoperability, risk-based crypto approaches, and KYC data sharing between CASPs and banks.

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.