Bankrupt crypto lender Genesis sues Gemini to recover $689M worth of ‘Preferential Transfers’

Bankrupt crypto lending platform Genesis Global Capital has filed a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Gemini Trust to recover $689 million in preferential transfers, a court filing on Nov. 22 shows.The lawsuit alleges that Gemini made preferential transfers of approximately $689,302, ...

New York finance regulator tightens crypto listing guidance

Guidelines for firms listing and delisting cryptocurrencies in New York have tightened up to better protect investors, according to the state’s financial regulator.The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) unveiled new restrictions on Nov. 15 which mandate crypto co ...

Gemini’s Travel Rule measures reflect ‘worrying creep’ of overregulation

Crypto exchange Gemini newly announced measures to comply with the controversial crypto Travel Rule in the United Kingdom reflects a “worrying creep” toward overregulation and will strip customers of their freedom for self-custody, according to a Trezor analyst.On Nov. 7, crypt ...

Gemini sues Genesis over GBTC shares used as Earn collateral, now worth $1.6B

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini filed an adversary proceeding against bankrupt crypto lender Genesis Global Holdco in the Southern District of New York Bankruptcy Court on Oct. 27. At issue is the fate of 62,086,586 shares of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC). They were used as collateral to sec ...

New York Attorney General sues Gemini, Genesis, DGC for allegedly defrauding investors

New York’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit against cryptocurrency firms Gemini, Genesis and Digital Currency Group for allegedly defrauding investors through the Gemini Earn investment program.An official statement from the office of attorney general Letitia James outlines the ba ...

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin sends $15M of USDC to Gemini

Blockchain sleuths have zeroed in on a recent transaction from a wallet associated with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, where he transferred $14.9 million worth of USD Coin (USDC) to the cryptocurrency exchange Gemini.According to an Oct. 17 post from blockchain analytics firm PeckShi ...

XRP briefly hits $50 on Gemini as users suspect relisting ‘price glitch’

Crypto users have reported seeing “wonky” prices for Ripple’s XRP (XRP) token on the Gemini crypto exchange hours after it relisted the token on its platform for deposits and trading. Several crypto community members on X (Twitter) on Aug. 11 posted screenshots of what ma ...

US banking advocacy group supports Sen. Warren’s reintroduced crypto bill

The United States banking advocacy group, the Bank Policy Institute (BPI), has backed the legislation of vocal crypto critic Senator Elizabeth Warren, calling for digital assets to fall under its own set of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws.According to a July 28 Bloomberg report, Warr ...

Crypto Biz: Winklevoss slams Silbert, Twitter’s double-edged sword and more

Twitter’s plans to roll out a payment platform took a major step forward this week as its subsidiary, Twitter Payments, received its first money transmitter licenses in the United States states of Michigan, New Hampshire and Missouri. The company — reportedly building a so ...

Gemini files lawsuit against Digital Currency Group and Barry Silbert over Genesis and Earn program

United States-based cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has announced legal action against the conglomerate Digital Currency Group (DCG) and its CEO, Barry Silbert, claiming “fraud against creditors.”In a July 7 filing in a New York court, Gemini alleged DCG and Silbert engaged in a ...

Binance, Coinbase and Gemini staff are among the least happy, data suggests

Crypto exchanges including Gemini, Binance and Coinbase are home to some of the least happy employees in the industry, according to data derived from Glassdoor — though some argue the results may be skewed. A quadrant chart by tech recruitment firm TrueUp — understood to have collated data ...

Winklevoss slams DCG’s Silbert — Not even SBF was ‘capable of such delusion’

Crypto exchange Gemini founder and CEO Cameron Winklevoss is again threatening to sue Digital Currency Group and its CEO Barry Silbert over delays in the resolution of Genesis for its Earn customers while slamming the CEOfor allegedly trying to play the victim card.In the July 4 “Ope ...

Crypto Biz: The race for a Bitcoin spot ETF, Wall Street’s new crypto exchange, and other news

The bid for the first Bitcoin (BTC) spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States is gaining traction following BlackRock’s recent application, with both former applicants and new players seeking permission from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list a crypto ETF. ...

Gemini plans Asia-Pacific expansion as part of ‘next wave of growth for crypto’

United States-based cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has announced plans to expand into the Asia-Pacific region.In a June 19 blog post, Gemini said it planned to increase the number of staff at the firm’s Singapore office as well as establish a ...

Gemini and Genesis Seek Dismissal of SEC Lawsuit Against Gemini Earn

Crypto exchange Gemini and cryptocurrency lender Genesis Global Capital have asked the court to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) permanent injunction against Gemini Earn. Gemini and Genesis argue that the Gemini Earn program should not be classi ...

Digital Currency Group to Close TradeBlock Institutional Trading Platform

This platform is for institutional clients It will close operations on May 31 Cause of tough market conditions Digital Currency Group (DCG) will close its institutional trading platform TradeBlock on May 31 due to a tough market and tightening U.S. re ...

Gemini Explores UK Expansion Amid Regulatory Uncertainty in the United States

Founders have already met with regulators in England Gemini stresses the uncertainty of regulators in the United States The exchange has no intention of leaving the United States Cryptocurrency company Gemini plans to establish a second UK headquarter ...

Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission Warns Gemini Cryptocurrency Exchange for Operating Without Registration

The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission issued an official warning to the cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, which serves local customers without the mandatory registration in the country. The regulator announced that Gemini "operates without the necessary license ...

Dispute Intensifies Between Gemini and Genesis Over $630 Million Missed Payment

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini reported that Digital Currency Group (DCG), the parent company of Genesis, missed a $630 million payment due to the exchange last week. Gemini and Genesis continue dispute over Gemini Earn program. Genesis' decision to close customer with ...

Bermuda Emerges as a Crypto Business Hub with Clear Regulations and Prime Minister’s Support

The island state offers clear and precise rules And the prime minister has become a frequent visitor to crypto forums The island of Bermuda is well on its way to becoming the new center of the crypto business. This island nation has been developing an offshore in ...

Gemini Adds “HYIP Token Meme” PEPE to its Listing

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini announced Tuesday that it has added a "HYIP token meme" PEPE to its listing. Trading of the new token will begin shortly. Initially, trading will be available in the API/FIX and ActiveTrader apps for USD trading pairs, followed by the mobile ...

Gemini Launches Derivatives Platform in 30 Countries Outside US

It's available outside the U.S. in 30 countries You can use the platform now Gemini announced the launch of its derivatives platform outside the United States. The exchange is already up and running and is open for trading to clients in all available jurisdiction ...

Mastercard Plans to Expand Cryptocurrency Card Program

The payment system is already working with cryptocurrency exchanges Mastercard is enthusiastic about blockchain technology Payment giant Mastercard said it plans to expand its cryptocurrency card program. To do this, the company will look for new partners among c ...

Gemini and Coinbase-Backed Organizations Participate in Auction for Celsius Assets

Gemini and Coinbase-supported organizations are set to participate in the auction of bankrupt cryptocurrency lender Celsius' assets. These assets include a considerable fleet of mining equipment, a loan portfolio, and stakes in various startups. The auction itself is scheduled for April 25th. ...

Gemini Unveils New Derivatives Trading Platform for Non-US Users

Gemini, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the launch of a new derivatives trading platform, which will be accessible to users across several countries worldwide. The platform's first product will be a perpetual contract for BTC paired with the Gemini stablecoin (GUSD). Later on, th ...

Gemini Exchange prepares to open a new office in India

Gemini, the popular cryptocurrency exchange, has announced that it will be expanding its operations in the Asia-Pacific region by opening a new office in India. The exchange's co-founders, Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, have appointed Gemini's CTO, Pravjit Tiwana, as the chief executive of the Ind ...

Gemini Applies for Pre-Registration with Ontario Securities Commission

Gemini, a popular cryptocurrency exchange, has recently submitted an application for pre-registration with the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) to comply with Canadian regulators. Cynthia Del Pozo Garcia, the head of corporate and strategic development at Gemini, mentioned that if the applicat ...

Winklevoss brothers loan Gemini $100 million after failing to secure outside funding

According to anonymous sources cited by Bloomberg, Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss injected $100 million into their company, Gemini, after being unsuccessful in obtaining external funding. The significance of this amount lies in the fact that it corresponds to the funds that Gemini committed to rest ...

Cameron Winklevoss sees US Fed’s announcement as a reason to buy Bitcoin

Gemini's co-founder, Cameron Winklevoss, took to social media to express his reaction to the US Federal Reserve's recent announcement that it would be providing $300 billion from its holdings to cash-strapped banks. In a tweet, Winklevoss remarked that "The Fed's move has given everyone $300 bill ...