Regulatory Policy

Focuses on global regulatory developments, policy changes, and compliance requirements. It provides in-depth analysis of government regulations and their impact on the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries, helping businesses and investors proactively manage policy-related risks.

How OTC Merchants Step into the Trap of 'Illegal Business Operation Crime' Step by Step

OTC商家 selling virtual currencies like USDT for profit can inadvertently receive funds linked to illegal foreign exchange activities, leading to potential criminal charges such as Illegal Business Operations or Concealment of Crime Proceeds. This article, based on a real case handled by lawyer Shao Shiwei, discusses how such traders may face legal risks when funds from underground banks involved in unauthorized forex trading enter their accounts during routine transactions. The key issue is whether OTC traders should bear criminal responsibility solely for receiving such funds. Authorities may treat them as accomplices in illegal forex operations, but the traders’ actual role, intent, and awareness must be carefully evaluated. A referenced case illustrates differentiated handling: individuals directly involved in illegal forex were convicted, while those merely providing accounts without clear profit motives or direct participation were not prosecuted. The profit from virtual currency trading differs fundamentally from illegal forex gains; the former stems from market fluctuations, while the latter involves facilitating cross-border transfers. If no intent to assist illegal activities is proven, charges may not apply. Alternatively, Concealment of Crime Proceeds charges require proof that the funds were criminal proceeds and that the trader knowingly handled them. Factors like transaction frequency, anomalies, and prior knowledge are considered, but hindsight alone isn’t sufficient for conviction. In summary, while trading virtual currencies isn’t illegal, involvement with illicit fund sources creates significant risks. Case outcomes depend on evidence regarding the trader’s awareness and role, emphasizing the need for individualized legal assessment.

marsbit03/05 14:32

How OTC Merchants Step into the Trap of 'Illegal Business Operation Crime' Step by Step

marsbit03/05 14:32

Crypto President, or the Yuan Shikai of the Industry?

An article titled "Encryption President or Industry's Yuan Shikai?" draws a historical parallel between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Yuan Shikai, a Chinese general who briefly restored imperial rule in 1915, suggesting that both were initially seen as saviors but ultimately betrayed their supporters' trust. The piece argues that Trump was embraced by the crypto industry during the 2024 election as a pro-crypto leader who would ease regulatory pressures. His administration did take initial friendly steps, such as replacing SEC Chair Gary Gensler and pausing lawsuits against major exchanges, which helped drive Bitcoin to new all-time highs. However, the article claims this support was superficial and self-serving. It highlights that Trump and his family allegedly engaged in lucrative meme coin schemes, with tokens like TRUMP and MELANIA, which reportedly earned the family over $1 billion before crashing and harming retail investors. This behavior is compared to the corruption of President Ulysses S. Grant's administration. Furthermore, the author contends that Trump’s trade war and tariff policies, particularly the escalation against China in October 2025, triggered a massive market crash. On October 11, 2025, Bitcoin plummeted from $126,000 to around $102,000, leading to over $19 billion in liquidations and marking the start of a crypto winter. The article concludes that Trump used crypto for political gain and personal enrichment rather than genuinely supporting technological innovation, ultimately damaging the industry and betraying the trust placed in him. It warns that real progress must come from technological advancement, not political figures.

比推03/05 13:33

Crypto President, or the Yuan Shikai of the Industry?

比推03/05 13:33

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