Enforcement

CFTC Appoints David Miller as Enforcement Director Amid Crypto Crackdown

The CFTC has named David Miller as its new Director of Enforcement, reinforcing the agency’s oversight of digital-asset markets. The move comes as regulators intensify scrutiny of trading integrity and market misconduct.

Korean Finance Minister Vows Reform After Crypto Custody Failures

South Korea's finance minister pledged urgent reforms after past custody failures revealed weaknesses in how authorities safeguard seized cryptocurrency. The announcement signals possible procedural, technological and legal changes that could affect enforcement and market actors.

Goliath Ventures CEO Indicted in $328M Crypto Ponzi Scheme

Goliath Ventures CEO Christopher Alexander Delgado was indicted on wire fraud and money laundering charges tied to a $328 million alleged crypto Ponzi scheme. The charges carry a potential maximum sentence of 30 years in prison.

Ex-Chainlink Executive Tapped to Lead SEC Crypto Task Force

An ex-Chainlink executive has been tapped to lead the SEC's Crypto Task Force, replacing Michael Selig who stepped down in December to become CFTC chair. The appointment raises questions about industry ties and could influence enforcement priorities.

Published at 2026-02-24 03:15:17
Crypto’s Tax Day Has Arrived

Regulators are moving into a new era of crypto tax enforcement, but many of the rules were written by people who don’t fully grasp how digital assets work. That knowledge gap could create widespread compliance headaches and legal clashes for businesses and users.

Published at 2026-02-17 16:45:49
Kazakhstan Tightens Crackdown on Crypto-Driven Capital Flight

Kazakhstan’s government says it is intensifying enforcement against unlawful cryptocurrency transactions and the use of digital assets to move capital abroad. Authorities are signaling tougher scrutiny of exchanges, miners and cross-border transfers.

Senators Push Deputy AG Over DOJ's Shutdown of Crypto Enforcement Unit

Six U.S. senators cited a 162% rise in illicit crypto activity in 2025 while pressing the Deputy Attorney General to explain the DOJ's decision to disband its cryptocurrency enforcement unit.

Uzbekistan Arrests Trader for Moving Over $1M Through Binance

Uzbek authorities arrested a man for allegedly transferring more than $1 million via international crypto exchanges, reportedly including Binance. The case highlights enforcement of Uzbekistan’s rule that exchanges must be authorized to operate locally.

India’s Enforcement Directorate Detains Two Over BitConnect Scam

India’s Enforcement Directorate says it has detained two people linked to the notorious BitConnect crypto scam as part of an ongoing probe.

Published at 2026-01-24 10:45:06
California fines Nexo $500K over unlicensed loans, stalling US comeback

California regulators have fined crypto lender Nexo $500,000 for issuing thousands of loans without a required license, creating a setback for the firm's plans to resume U.S. operations.

Published at 2026-01-17 13:00:08