Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has formally responded to allegations made by Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren, denying claims that it has been using former government officials to obstruct the development of digital asset regulations. In a letter dated December 22, Coinbase's Chief Policy Officer, Faryar Shirzad, firmly rejected these accusations.
Hashdex, which is a Brazil-based crypto asset manager founded in 2018, has three primary products: the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index Europe ETP (HASH), Hashdex Crypto Momentum Factor ETP (HAMO), and Hashdex Bitcoin Futures ETF (DEFI).
Hong Kong has recently shown an increased openness to crypto. This shift positions the city as a potential early adopter of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in Asia, especially if the U.S. moves forward with similar approvals, as per industry experts.
Top stories in the Crypto Roundup today:
- Coinbase Refutes Senator Elizabeth Warren's Allegations on Impeding Crypto Regulations
- Hashdex Names BitGo as Custodian in Bid for SEC Approval of Spot Bitcoin ETF
- Crypto Industry Experts Speculate on Hong Kong's Future Stance Towards Spot Bitcoin ETFs