Major Events in the DeFi and Crypto World This Week

user avatar

by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago


The past week has seen significant events in the world of DeFi and crypto that could greatly impact their future development. Let's take a closer look at the key occurrences.

FTX Sues Binance and Changpeng Zhao

FTX has filed a $1.8 billion lawsuit against Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao. The lawsuit alleges fraudulent transfers during a 2021 share buyout. FTX claims that Binance received $1.76 billion in FTX tokens and Binance coins in exchange for its FTX stakes, potentially misappropriated from customers. The lawsuit states that FTX was insolvent at the time, invalidating the transaction.

18 U.S. States Suing SEC

A coalition of 18 U.S. states, led by Kentucky, has filed a lawsuit against the SEC, accusing it of overstepping its authority in crypto regulation. Attorneys general from states such as Texas, Florida, and Ohio argue that SEC Chair Gary Gensler's actions undermine state powers and hinder innovation in the $3 trillion digital asset market.

Pennsylvania's Bitcoin Bill

The Pennsylvania House has introduced the 'Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act,' proposing to invest up to 10% of the state's treasury in Bitcoin. Sponsored by Rep. Mike Cabell, the bill aims to protect against inflation and aligns with the growing adoption of digital assets. If approved, Pennsylvania would become the first U.S. state to directly invest in Bitcoin.

This week's events in DeFi indicate significant shifts in crypto regulation and adoption. From lawsuits to new legislative initiatives, everything is shaping the industry's future.

Tier I

Sector: #18291

Sealed Hiding Place Room

Resource Cache

Resource Cache

Tier I

Requires 25% Tier Progress to Claim
Meme Cache

Meme Cache

Tier I

Requires 50% Tier Progress to Claim
Equipment Cache

Equipment Cache

Tier I

Requires 75% Tier Progress to Claim

After collecting, hiding places will be stored in your inventory and can be opened with Keys.

Other news

Coinbase Launches Ripple USD (RLUSD) for Eligible Users

Coinbase has launched Ripple USD (RLUSD) for eligible users, allowing deposits and withdrawals on multiple platforms, enhancing stablecoin liquidity.

user avatarTenzin Dorje

DTCC Launches Tokenization Service to Enhance Blockchain Infrastructure

The Depository Trust Company (DTCC) has launched a tokenization service to enhance blockchain infrastructure, allowing the movement of eligible assets between traditional and tokenized environments.

user avatarBayarjavkhlan Ganbaatar

CFTC Takes Legal Action Against Utah to Protect Kalshi

CFTC files lawsuit against Utah to block enforcement actions against Kalshi, a prediction market platform.

user avatarElias Mukuru

Utah Charges Kalshi and Co-Founders with Illegal Gambling Promotion

Utah has filed criminal charges against KalshiEX LLC and its co-founders for illegally promoting gambling in the state.

user avatarMohamed Farouk

Arbitrum's Network Fees Remain Stable Amid Increased Activity

Arbitrum's daily user-paid fees remained stable at approximately 19,100 on October 28, despite an increase in active addresses, indicating a shift towards lower-cost interactions.

user avatarDiego Alvarez

Transaction Activity Increases but Lags Behind Wallet Growth

Transaction activity increased modestly to approximately 21 million on the Arbitrum network, despite a significant rise in active addresses, raising concerns about the sustainability of growth.

user avatarMaria Fernandez

Important disclaimer: The information presented on the Dapp.Expert portal is intended solely for informational purposes and does not constitute an investment recommendation or a guide to action in the field of cryptocurrencies. The Dapp.Expert team is not responsible for any potential losses or missed profits associated with the use of materials published on the site. Before making investment decisions in cryptocurrencies, we recommend consulting a qualified financial advisor.