A senior U.S. regulator has suggested that the recent $4.3 billion settlement with Binance could mark a turning point in the regulation of cryptocurrency firms. The settlement, which was for violating anti-money laundering and sanctions laws, may serve as a model for the industry. CFTC Commissioner Kristin Johnson expressed her hope that this case would serve as a cautionary tale for other firms operating in the crypto space. The Binance case involved multiple regulatory bodies and represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape. The settlement could lead to a de-escalation in enforcement actions, with a greater focus on operational models and disclosure practices for crypto firms.
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Changpeng Zhao, Kristin Johnson |
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Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Binance Holdings Limited, Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), U.S. CFTC |
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