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Tether blacklists $31.4M USDT following FTX’s alleged hack, Musk reacts

On the night of Nov. 11, several wallet addresses linked to FTX were found transferring millions of dollars worth of cryptocurrencies without an official notice — sparking speculations ranging from the commencement of FTX’s bankruptcy proceedings to the involvement of hackers. Within hours, FTX confirmed on Telegram that the fund transfers were part of an ongoing hack.FTX Telegram admin confirms being hacked. Source: TelegramFollowing FTX’s confirmation on Telegram about the hack, as shown above, Tether proactively blacklisted $31.4 million worth of USDT tokens linked to the transactions. As pointed out by blockchain investigator ZachXBT, the blacklisted USDT tokens were made up of $3.9 million USDT on Avalanche (AVAX) and $27.5 million USDT on Solana (SOL). FTX meltdown/ransack being tracked in real-time on Twitter— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 12, 2022Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, who recently purchased Twitter in hopes of unleashing the platform’s full potential, acknowledged Twitter’s contribution in tracking down the FTX developments in real time.Elon Musk takes a dig at FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried. Source: TwitterBy blacklisting the alleged stolen USDT token, Tether disarmed hackers from siphoning the assets to another account or exchanging them for other cryptocurrencies. As part of the remediation, Tether can burn the blacklisted USDT and reissue equal amounts of the asset to the original owner.However, the hacker also stole numerous other crypto assets, including Ethereum (ETH) Chainlink (LINK) and USDP, which is yet to see intervention from respective ecosystems.Related: FTX-Binance standoff highlights the need for clear rules — Sen. LummisOver the past few days, major crypto exchanges, including Binance, OKX, Kucoin and Crypto.com, committed to sharing their proof of reserve to regain investor confidence. Taking the lead in this drive, Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino shared 135 cold and hot wallet addresses revealing Bitfinex’s proof of reserves.1/Proof of reserves for @bitfinexHere is the list of the main Bitfinex walletshttps://t.co/TaS7Vy9qfPFinex holds:- 204338.17967717 BTC (among top bitcoin holders)- 2018.5 L-BTC (Liquid)- ~1000 BTC on LN ⚡️- 1225600 ETH (among top ethereum holders)…— Paolo Ardoino (@paoloardoino) November 11, 2022

While the move was well-received by investors, few members of the community pointed out the lack of Bitfinex’s liability figures, which makes the data incomplete for review.

LBank Labs establishes crypto investment fund to support Web3 development in Africa

Blockchain Crypto Investment Group, LBank Labs, announces the establishment of their new crypto investment fund targeted towards web3 development in Africa. LBank Labs plans to establish a series of regional development funds, including regions such as Korea, South East Asia, and more. This is the first of the sequence of new investment funds from LBank Labs. 
Africa is one of the areas with a lot of untapped potential for blockchain expansion. With new member Czhang on board LBank Labs, the investment institution is looking globally. Czhang is currently visiting many countries in North Africa and followed by other regions in the continent. Throughout November, Czhang, as a representative of LBank Labs, will be talking with potential African collaborators. “I think the future is in Africa,” said Czhang, “in terms of blockchain adoption, LBank Labs hopes to provide support for local communities and give local projects the push that they need to start up. ”
LBank has been pushing educational efforts in the MENA region for some time, having community managers in Nigeria, Ghana, Tunisia, and more. “Africa is a diverse place. We believe the key to blockchain development in Africa, and anywhere really, is education. Giving people the tools to understand blockchain technology will help them to see why it is such a world-changing thing. We really hope to have a strong bond with locals. ” a representative said. LBank has also expanded to other areas, recruiting community managers in Cameroon, Kenya, and so on. 
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LBank Labs is an independent blockchain investment institution under the top global crypto exchange LBank. LBank Labs currently has a total fund size of 50 million USDT. Registered in Asia’s crypto hub Singapore, LBank Labs includes Venture Capital, Hedge Funds, and also Fund of Funds. Since its inception, LBank Labs invested in many quality early-stage public-chain projects such as VEN and NEO. Starting in 2020, LBank Labs invested in nearly 100 ecological projects such as Polkadot, NFT, and Solana. 
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LBank is one of the top crypto exchanges, established in 2015. It offers its users specialized financial derivatives, expert asset management services, and safe crypto trading. The platform holds over 7 million users from more than 210 regions worldwide. LBank is a cutting-edge growing platform that ensures the integrity of users’ funds and aims to contribute to the global adoption of cryptocurrencies.
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As Litecoin finds support at $50 and rallies, this is where bulls can look for profits

Disclaimer: The findings of the following analysis are the sole opinions of the writer and should not be considered investment advice

Litecoin fell beneath $64 and could retest it as resistance
The $50 area has been held as support for now, but violent moves meant traders must remain cautious

A significant level of fear gripped the market. The momentary depeg of USDT from USD caused panic as users questioned whether Tether was exposed to FTX. Binance backed out of the offer to acquire the exchange, as was their right. The market sentiment alternated between panic at this event, and hope after FTX resumed withdrawals.

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In light of all these events, Bitcoin has seen heavy volatility. Overall, though, it retained a bearish outlook on the higher timeframes. Similarly, Litecoin too took on a bearish bias after it crashed as far south as $50.
Swift recovery from the $50 liquidity pocket, $64 remains the level to watch for bulls
Source: LTC/USDT on TradingView
On 4 November, Litecoin broke out of the range (yellow) that it had been trading within since late March. This breakout occurred on high trading volume and affirmed it as a legitimate move driven by high demand.
Events of the past week meant that the bullish euphoria was short-lived. Litecoin saw a sharp reversal on 7 November and retraced as far south as the $50 mark.
This level was both a significant psychological level as well as a zone of support from late August. The huge selling pressure met a brick wall in this zone and saw a quick resurgence back to the range highs at $64.
However, the Accumulation/Distribution (A/D) indicator had not recovered. In fact, it broke beneath the lows it posted in July and August. The inference was that recent days saw huge amounts of selling, and a quick rally might be ripe for fading. The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) was in neutral territory at the time of writing, while the Relative Strength Index (RSI) showed some bullish momentum still existed.
Longer-term investors of Litecoin can wait for a retest of the $50 area to look to buy. Meanwhile, lower timeframe traders can seek opportunities to short the retest of the $64 resistance.
Dormant circulation marks a local top as transaction volume soars
Source: Santiment
Santiment data showed 7 November saw enormous amounts of Litecoin transacted. A three-hour stretch on that day saw 23.44 million coins transacted. In the past, such sharp upticks in volume have tended to mark the local high or the low, and LTC reached $70 on that day.
Once again the LTC transacted metric rose on 11 November – could this mark yet another local top? In a similar fashion, the 90-day dormant circulation of LTC saw a spike on 6 November. Such upticks, once more, tend to mark local tops as heavy selling pressure follows a gain in dormant circulation. In the past couple of days, a spike in this metric was not seen.
Bitcoin witnessed strong resistance at the $18.2k-$18.6k belt and already tested this region bearishly in recent hours. Another leg beneath $17k could see BTC sink to $15.8k once more and drag Litecoin down with it. $50 and $40-$43 were places where a buying opportunity might arise.

This Hedge Fund Might Collapse Over FTX Hack

FTX Hack News: The FTX cryptocurrency exchange’s collapse has marked a major dent in the global digital asset market. It is expected that this decline might continue ahead. However, a major Hedge fund has reportedly confirmed that a huge amount of its capital is still stuck on the FTX exchange amid the hack.

Another Collapse Amid FTX Hack?
As per reports, the Galois Capital has been caught off guard amid the running FTX collapse. Half of the assets monitored by the hedge fund have been trapped on the FTX crypto exchange. Ironically, the hedge Fund’s found spotted the collapse of LUNA cryptocurrency earlier this month.
The report mentions that Kevin Zhou, Galois co founder informed its investors that they were being able to pull some money out of the exchange. It added that around half of its capital is stuck on the exchange. It is expected that around $100 million worth of assets is at risk amid the FTX hack.
Zhou apologized for landing the investors in this situation. However, they are still working tirelessly to maximize their chance of recovering stuck capital.

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Brussels Set to Begin Talks on EU Crypto Tax, Report Reveals

The European Commission is preparing to discuss with member states the adoption of a common tax regime for crypto assets, European officials have indicated. The talks with national treasuries are expected to start next year with the aim to end the differentiated tax treatment of cryptocurrencies across the bloc’s 27 jurisdictions.
European Union to Consider Single Tax Regime for Crypto Income and Profits
The executive body in Brussels, the European Commission, intends to soon launch talks with the financial ministries of the member states on whether establishing a Union-wide tax regime for crypto is warranted, a report by Politico revealed Thursday, quoting three EU officials.
The discussions are set to begin in 2023, the sources told the publication. Their focus will be on sharing best practices as currently cryptocurrency wealth is subject to different taxes in each country. Commenting on the initiative, a spokesperson for the Commission elaborated:
Difficulties in classifying, valuing and administering crypto assets pose challenges to tax administrations seeking to tax them fairly and effectively.
Before implementing a single tax regime, however, the European Union needs to introduce new requirements for crypto companies to collect details of digital asset owners, both individuals and businesses, and share them with tax authorities across the EU, the report remarks.
This would allow tax administrations to have a clear idea about crypto holdings. The European Commission is expected to propose such regulations in December or January but it is likely to start enforcing them in 2026, which will allow it to impose the crypto tax the following year.
European institutions have been working on a comprehensive legislative framework for cryptocurrencies called Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) which was agreed upon this summer. Media reports attributed a delay in its adoption to the need to translate the complex legal document into all official languages of the EU. MiCA should come into force in 2024.

At present, member states employ different rules to tax income and capital gains from crypto, with rates ranging between zero and 33%, Politico notes. Authorities in some European countries are revising policies in advance of a possible decision at the EU level.
Portugal, for example, which was not taxing gains from crypto trading, unless they are part of a business activity, now intends to impose a levy on profits from short-term crypto investments starting from 2023. Traders who cash out any crypto gains made under a year will face a tax of 28%, according to the budget for next year.

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Brussels Set to Begin Talks on EU Crypto Tax, Report Reveals

The European Commission is preparing to discuss with member states the adoption of a common tax regime for crypto assets, European officials have indicated. The talks with national treasuries are expected to start next year with the aim to end the differentiated tax treatment of cryptocurrencies across the bloc’s 27 jurisdictions.
European Union to Consider Single Tax Regime for Crypto Income and Profits
The executive body in Brussels, the European Commission, intends to soon launch talks with the financial ministries of the member states on whether establishing a Union-wide tax regime for crypto is warranted, a report by Politico revealed Thursday, quoting three EU officials.
The discussions are set to begin in 2023, the sources told the publication. Their focus will be on sharing best practices as currently cryptocurrency wealth is subject to different taxes in each country. Commenting on the initiative, a spokesperson for the Commission elaborated:
Difficulties in classifying, valuing and administering crypto assets pose challenges to tax administrations seeking to tax them fairly and effectively.
Before implementing a single tax regime, however, the European Union needs to introduce new requirements for crypto companies to collect details of digital asset owners, both individuals and businesses, and share them with tax authorities across the EU, the report remarks.
This would allow tax administrations to have a clear idea about crypto holdings. The European Commission is expected to propose such regulations in December or January but it is likely to start enforcing them in 2026, which will allow it to impose the crypto tax the following year.
European institutions have been working on a comprehensive legislative framework for cryptocurrencies called Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) which was agreed upon this summer. Media reports attributed a delay in its adoption to the need to translate the complex legal document into all official languages of the EU. MiCA should come into force in 2024.

At present, member states employ different rules to tax income and capital gains from crypto, with rates ranging between zero and 33%, Politico notes. Authorities in some European countries are revising policies in advance of a possible decision at the EU level.
Portugal, for example, which was not taxing gains from crypto trading, unless they are part of a business activity, now intends to impose a levy on profits from short-term crypto investments starting from 2023. Traders who cash out any crypto gains made under a year will face a tax of 28%, according to the budget for next year.

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Lubomir Tassev is a journalist from tech-savvy Eastern Europe who likes Hitchens’s quote: “Being a writer is what I am, rather than what I do.” Besides crypto, blockchain and fintech, international politics and economics are two other sources of inspiration.

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Phemex Review: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Trading Platform

ProsNo daily or deposit limitsNo minimum depositConvenient, hassle-free crypto purchaseMultiple trading partnersConsNot available to US residentsDoes not offer lending servicesLower liquidity compared to alternative platformsDemands withdrawal fees for most cryptosThe cryptocurrency market is booming, and the world of blockchain technology continues to expand rapidly. Experts believe the cryptocurrency space is just beginning to see widespread adoption. There are plenty of opportunities for savvy investors to get in on the ground floor of new projects.The last year has seen an explosion of new cryptocurrencies hitting the market, and smart investors are taking notice. New projects are seeing record-breaking amounts of funding and support from users. In this Phemex review, we’ll be going over everything you need to know about this new exchange. Keep reading to learn more!What is Phemex?Phemex is an innovative digital asset exchange founded by Jack Tao and other ex-Morgan Stanley executives in 2019. Its headquarters is in Singapore, supported in many countries, such as Austria, Finland, Hungary, and India.The platform offers users fast, secure, and user-friendly trading services. It allows everyone to trade profitably without running any massive risk. They move forward to become the top cryptocurrency platform on the market and provide wise investing guidance.Users can begin using Phemex without having their KYC completed. It enables fee-free spot exchange. Phemex has a customer service team available around-the-clock to assist users in transactions quickly.It is an excellent platform for those still learning about digital currencies. It offers free Phemex Academy access, practice accounts, and readily-available blogs and articles that teach trading and cryptocurrency. However, as of the moment, the platform has yet to release its native token. But, it caters to popular cryptocurrencies, like BTC, ETH, and UDST.Trading OptionsPhemex allows users to buy and sell various virtual coins quickly and efficiently. What’s even unique about this platform is that it keeps expanding and improving over the years. So, if you’re looking to trade Phemex, take a closer look at the trading options they have for you.Spot TradingSimilar to other cryptocurrency exchanges, the site uses the incredibly popular and potent TradingView charting interface and adheres to the usual modular design approach for the trading screen.Crypto Spot Trading is a primary type of investment, which includes buying digital currencies–such as Bitcoin and Ethereum–and holding them until their value rises. It also covers the trading tactic of purchasing alternative currencies that investors anticipate will appreciate.The BTC/USDT spot trading pair is one of the spot markets in Phemex. A Spot Market is where financial items like commodities, currencies, and securities are traded for rapid delivery. Simply put, it is the market where digital currencies are exchanged.Below are the trade orders available:Market OrdersLimit OrdersConditional OrdersContract TradingContract Trading is another trading option offered by Phemex. Also known as Margin Trading, this option requires a trader and an exchange to enter into a legal contract to purchase and sell contracts for an asset like Bitcoin (BTC).As mentioned, parties involved need to enter a legal contract, following these terms:Traders: Accept the risk of putting up collateral and losing cryptocurrency assets if the trade goes the other way. They also have the responsibility to select margins for trading contract options.Exchanges: In the event that the trader’s investment turns out to be profitable, the parties agree to pay a higher amount of money in proportion to that amount.Margin TradingBuying securities, such as stocks and bonds, through Margin Trading essentially involves borrowing funds to do so. If you’re interested in this option, the vital thing to remember is that you just need to have a portion of the money required to complete the purchase in your account. A “margin” can cover the remainder.Some various terms and concepts are related to Margin Training.Margin Account: The condition indicates that you cannot simply use a conventional brokerage (cash) account to engage in margin trading; you must have a separate margin account. Just think about why your credit and debit cards are separated to answer why this is done.Initial Margin: The term indicates the sum of money you must have on hand to make a purchase. The margin has a 50% minimum of the total value of purchase, as indicated by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).Maintenance Margin: This refers to the minimum amount needed of your funds that must be accessible in your margin account following a transaction. The Maintenance Margin is also called “maintenance requirement” or “minimum maintenance.”Margin Calls: This refers to the call that serves as a reminder to add money to the account to raise the balance to the maintenance margin. This happens when the funds in your margin account are less than the maintenance margin.Copy TradingPhemex permits all users to utilize and participate in Copy Trading. For many customers, copy trading fills the gap in their trading experience. It enables users to automatically duplicate the trading positions of the platform’s top expert traders and lets users observe the trading tactics such traders use.Order TypePhemex is one of the most reputable and hassle-free crypto trading and investment platforms where users may turn their cryptocurrency fortune into income. The idea for Phemex was born from the founders’ observations of the absence of professionalism, credibility, and customer service in the cryptocurrency trade.Below are the Order Types accommodated by the Phemex platform:Market OrdersMarket Orders are performed immediately at current market prices. This order type is recommended for purchasing or selling a stock at the market’s most competitive price. This option is preferable for users who have urgent orders.Limit OrdersPhemex offers limit orders indicating the highest or lowest price you are willing to buy or sell. This order style lowers trading expenses. Limit orders do not, however, ensure execution. If your order is placed outside of the market, there is a chance it won’t be filled.Conditional OrderWhen a particular criterion is satisfied, Conditional Orders are automatically submitted. You must indicate a trigger price (TP) based on the Last Traded Price, the Index Price, or the Mark Price in order to activate orders. This option is recommended for traders who already have extensive experience and advanced strategies.Stop Loss OrdersA Stop Loss Order refers to orders that permit you to indicate a specific minimum price for when your orders will execute and close. Its purpose is to help you decrease the potential maximum amount of loss you may experience. Phemex recommends this order type as a game plan becauseIt can be used as a risk-management technique to prevent further losses on existing positionsIt can be used as an automatic tool to access the marketplace at the specified entry point without the need to manually wait for the market to place your orderTake Profit OrdersTake Profit Order and Stop Loss Order is similar in a way that both have predetermined or preset prices. However, when the price advances favorably, the order for the former executes rather than when the price goes against the position. Take Profit is recommended to increase the likelihood of closing a position.Phemex also offers order features that can be used if and only if used in conjunction with the order types mentioned above. These advanced order functions arePost Only OrdersA Post Only Order is a Limit Order but is only accepted if an order is not executed right away. Post-Only Orders never use liquidity; therefore, this order type exists. Post-only orders are frequently used to submit only passive orders that qualify for Maker rebates. By selecting the “Post-Only” checkbox, this order type can be accessible from the Limit Order, Stop Loss Order, or Take Profit Order section.Close-On Trigger OrdersClose-on trigger orders are ones that can be used along with most of the Take Profit and Stop Loss orders. This additional order type can be activated by selecting the “Close On Trigger” checkbox.These order types are regarded as “high-priority.” If a sufficient margin is not available to complete, there’s a huge tendency that any open orders for the same trading pair will be canceled automatically.Currencies & Payment MethodsPhemex operates across various industries and has recently started to focus on blockchain and crypto-based solutions as an alternative to traditional payment methods. Because of this, Phemex now offers its customers flexible options for paying with cryptocurrencies and tokens and standard cash or card payments. That being said, various currencies and payment methods are being offered on the platform.CurrenciesIn 2020, Phemex announced its partnership with Simplex Traders to purchase digital currencies. They offer support for currencies such asUSDEURJPYCADAUDThe cryptocurrencies the platform supports are:BTCBCHETHXRPLTCTRONUSDTPayment MethodsPhemex accepts payments via VISA, MasterCard, POLi, and UnionPay to buy bitcoin. However, today, countries such as the USA, Cambodia, Korea, and Ghana are not supported by Phemex.FeesBelow are the details you need to know about Phemex fees:Deposit FeesPhemex does not charge fees for users who want to make deposits.Withdrawal FeesPresently, the highest Phemex withdrawal fee for makers/takers on the platform is 0.1%. This could be subject to change. That’s why we recommend you keep an eye on their fee rate, especially since the Phemex fees are released every 8 hours.The fees for cryptocurrency withdrawals vary significantly on the selected asset and network. You can buy your crypto by making an OTC Account.You may also purchase with the help of third-party payment providers through your debit or credit card. Some of the popular third-party partners of Phemex are Advcash, Simplex, and Coinify.Phemex offers bank transfers $30 fee. If you want to avoid paying fees, it is usually advised to use bank transfers. Look for an exchange like Binance that provides fee-free bank transfers.Transaction FeesPhemex charges fees for trades. Makers have to pay a 0.01% fee, while takers are charged a 0.06% fee.LimitThe minimum deposit and withdrawal fee on Phemex varies depending on the chosen digital currency. A withdrawal fee and a Google two-factor authentication are required before you may be allowed to withdraw.If you’re planning to withdraw your BTC, the minimum withdrawal limit is set at 0.001 BTC, while the withdrawal fee you’ll need to pay is 0.00057 BTC. For other currencies, the platform made a Fees and Condition page for users to scan before proceeding with their transactions.SecurityIt’s normal for people new to the crypto world to ask questions such as “Is Phemex Legit?” or “Is Phemex safe?”The platform’s security has ensured to provide the maximum safety it can offer. They have Wallet Security, System Security, User Account Security, and Trading Engine Safety. Let’s briefly discuss them.Wallet SecurityPhemex developed a Hierarchical Deterministic Cold Wallet System that gives each user their own unique cold wallet deposit address. The company uses the offline signature to compile all the deposits into its multi-signature cold wallet periodically.For maximum safety, they process withdrawal requests three times daily, and both operators and founders thoroughly review each request. Phemex’s Wall Street risk management expertise enabled them to identify any harmful activity and take swift action to safeguard the platform’s and our users’ assets. They use their offline signatures to process qualified withdrawal requests, ensuring that all assets are kept entirely offline and in a cold wallet system.System SecurityPhemex uses the Amazon Web Service (AWS) Cloud to deploy and safeguard its systems and machines. They also use firewalls to separate machines that are used for different purposes. System restrictions are also applied to ensure that the platform is safe from potential hacking.User Account SecurityAll user accounts are secured by Phemex using a two-factor authentication method and a double-entry bookkeeping system similar to those used by banks. The system automatically initiates two-factor authentication whenever a user completes any important actions, such as logging in, funding, or changing their password. Meanwhile, double-entry bookkeeping refers to the balance of assets and equity used as the basis for accounting.Trading Engine SafetyThe CrossEngine and the TradingEngine are the two fundamental structural elements of the Phemex trading platform. The CrossEngine carefully matches customer orders according to time and price priorities. Meanwhile, TradingEngine is in charge of monitoring a comprehensive set of risk checks, including expenses, charges, computing, and more.Customer ServicePhemex offers a help center that allows users to share their support, give product feedback, report issues and bugs, and detail complaints. They can be contacted via live chat, help center support, and mail.Alternative ExchangesThere are other exchanges that can be considered other than Phemex. To help you decide which platform would provide you with the best trading experience, take a look at the comparison between Phemex, BitMEX, and BitFinex.PLATFORMPhemexBitMEXBitFinexMobile AppYesNoYesLeverageUp to 100xUp to 100xUp to 100xTP and SL FunctionTake Profit and Stop Loss ordersTake Profit or Stop Loss ordersTake Profit or Stop Loss ordersMarginUSD and BTC settlingBTC settlingUSD settlingCross MarginYesYesYesDeposit OptionsFiat, Bitcoin, AltcoinsBitcoinFiat, Bitcoin, AltcoinsHow to Open an AccountOpening an account on Phemex is quite easy. So, if you’re interested, follow these three steps:Step 1: Visit the Phemex website and tap Register, located in the page’s top right corner.Step 2: Enter the required information, such as your email address, password, and invitation code before clicking continue.The platform requires passwords to be more than 8 characters, an upper-case, lower-case, and a number.Step 3: You will receive a verification email and code that you can enter in the next window. Once you’re done, you have the account and may start trading.FAQsIs Phemex legit and safe?Phemex is a reliable and secure cryptocurrency exchange. They are authorized to conduct business since they are registered with FinCEN as a Money Services Business.Is Phemex legal in the US?Phemex services are subject to laws and regulations that vary for every country. One of the countries that their OTC Service support is the United States, along with over a hundred more. Phemex US customers can enjoy the benefits of the platform, too.Can you use Phemex in the US?Yes, US residents can use the platform. However, we advise Phemex US customers to check their state’s regulations before using it.Does Phemex require KYC?Phemex KYC is not mandated to their users, but it is highly recommended so you can fully enjoy the services they offer.

Bitfinex CTO releases proof of reserves amid FTX bankruptcy fiasco

The fall of major crypto ecosystems — such as FTX and Terra (LUNA) — this year highlighted the importance of transparency around the true reserves held by crypto exchanges and businesses. Amid the ongoing fear, uncertainty and doubt (FUD) across the crypto space, crypto exchange Bitfinex revealed its proof of reserves to the general public.Over the past few days, major crypto exchanges, including Binance, OKX, Kucoin and Crypto.com, committed to sharing their proof of reserve to regain investor confidence. Walking the talk, Bitfinex CTO Paolo Ardoino shared the list of the main Bitfinex wallets, last updated on November 11.GitHub repository containing Bitfinex proof of reserves. Source: GitHubAs shown above, Ardoino shared Bitfinex’s proof of reserves on GitHub, wherein he listed a total of 135 cold and hot wallet addresses. Sparing users the trouble of going through the addresses, he listed down some of the company’s significant holdings, which included 204338.17967717 BTC and 1225600 ETH among top holders.1/Proof of reserves for @bitfinexHere is the list of the main Bitfinex walletshttps://t.co/TaS7Vy9qfPFinex holds:- 204338.17967717 BTC (among top bitcoin holders)- 2018.5 L-BTC (Liquid)- ~1000 BTC on LN ⚡️- 1225600 ETH (among top ethereum holders)…— Paolo Ardoino (@paoloardoino) November 11, 2022Bitfinex developed an open-source library called Antani back in June 2018, which was aimed at providing transparency around proof of solvency, custody and off-chain delegated proof of vote. While overlooked in the past, Ardoino confirmed Bitfinex’s plans to revive the system that would allow users to verify their balances without compromising privacy.Goals set by Bitfinex’s open-source library,  Antani. Source: Antani white paperAntani’s whitepaper suggest that users will be able to verify their balances cryptographically, allowing Bitfinex users to confirm the existence of their funds and eradicate depegging risks.While the revelation saw a warm welcome from the community, members pointed out that the data is incomplete as the information excludes Bitfinex’s liability figures.Related: OKX, Kucoin say proof of reserves will be ready in a monthAs a result of the massive outflows from crypto exchanges amid the FTX bloodbath, hardware-based cryptocurrency wallet provider Ledger suffered from a temporary server outage. “​​​​After the FTX earthquake, there’s a massive outflow from exchanges to Ledger security and self-sovereignty solutions,” reasoned Ledger CTO Charles Guillemet while revealing that the systems were back running soon after.