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According to Cointelegraph, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce defended cryptocurrency privacy tools, calling them legitimate financial infrastructure, and warned regulators not to be skeptical of privacy-enhancing technologies.

According to the official website of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce delivered a speech at the "Regulating the PETshop Series" seminar at Georgetown University Law Center, calling for the inclusion of Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) in the financial regulatory framework.She criticized the current regulatory approach for being overly inclined towards government surveillance, arguing that technology should serve to protect personal privacy rather than expand the scope of surveillance, and pointed out that blockchain public wallet addresses can reduce the risk of personal information leakage for investors while meeting compliance requirements.Peirce also invited technology teams that can minimize personal information collection while meeting KYC and anti-money laundering regulatory requirements to actively collaborate with the SEC's Crypto Task Force.

According to on-chain analyst Yu Jin's monitoring, the Hyperliquid TG trading bot and pvp.trade have accumulated approximately $8.68 million in revenue through trading fee commissions, making it one of the top Builders in the Hyperliquid ecosystem.After Hyperliquid issued its token, pvp.trade has continuously used its commission income to buy HYPE. Currently, it has used $8.68 million to purchase 421,000 HYPE tokens, with an average cost price of only $20.6. As HYPE has risen, the value of its holdings has now increased to approximately $24.34 million. However, pvp.trade redeemed 400,000 HYPE from staking yesterday, valued at about $22.8 million, and it is unclear whether there are plans to take profits at the current high level.

According to FinanceFeeds, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has issued a warning that scammers are defrauding retail investors through messaging apps like WhatsApp and fake cryptocurrency trading platforms. Scammers typically post investment advice on social media to attract users to join message groups disguised as well-known financial figures or trading communities, then lure them into depositing funds into fake platforms. These platforms simulate profits by fabricating trading data, and when users attempt to withdraw funds, they are asked for additional "unlock fees," with all funds flowing directly into the scammers' accounts.Additionally, scammers are targeting investors who have already suffered losses by promoting fake "fund recovery services" for secondary fraud. According to Moneysmart survey data, 23% of Australians aged 18 to 28 hold cryptocurrency assets, 72% of Generation Z have seen cryptocurrency ads on social media, and 41% have been directly persuaded to invest in cryptocurrencies, indicating a significantly higher risk exposure among the younger demographic. ASIC advises investors to be cautious of investment advice on social media and recommends verifying the compliance qualifications of platforms through the AUSTRAC virtual asset service provider register.

According to Jinshi News, the Hong Kong Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission have released a consultation summary regarding the regulatory framework for virtual asset provision and management services. The proposed licensing system for virtual asset provision and management received broad support from the market during the consultation period.The new licensing system will follow the principle of "same business, same risk, same rules," and its scope will be consistent with the regulated activities under the Securities and Futures Ordinance. This series of new systems will enhance participation in Hong Kong's digital asset market and help build a robust and secure ecosystem.

In response to the China Securities Regulatory Commission's announcement regarding the rectification of illegal cross-border securities, futures, and fund operations and related penalties, Wang Shan, Chief Operating Officer of Tiger Brokers (Hong Kong) Global Limited, stated that the company is aware of the relevant notice issued by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC). The company indicated that the relevant notice does not directly apply to its Hong Kong entity, as the company holds a license issued by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and operates independently under its regulation.

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued a circular outlining the monitoring measures that should be implemented when opening accounts and maintaining client relationships. This circular was issued after the SFC reviewed the account opening practices of 12 securities brokerage firms.The review identified several significant deficiencies, including insufficient due diligence on account opening documents, acceptance of suspicious or forged documents during the account opening process, and weaknesses in managing cross-border agency relationships with overseas intermediaries. The SFC expressed deep concern about the potential misuse of client accounts for suspicious or illegal transactions, which could exacerbate the risks of money laundering and terrorist financing.The SFC requires all licensed corporations to conduct internal checks as soon as practicable to detect whether any suspicious or forged documents have been accepted for account opening. The SFC also outlined additional measures for licensed corporations when opening and managing accounts for mainland investors.These additional measures include closing investment accounts opened with suspicious or forged documents, closing zero-balance dormant investment accounts, and requiring a written declaration from investors when opening new investment accounts, stipulating that settlements and fund withdrawals can only be conducted through bank accounts held in the investor's own name at qualified banks.

The China Securities Regulatory Commission and seven other departments jointly issued the "Implementation Plan for Comprehensive Rectification of Illegal Cross-Border Securities, Futures, and Fund Operating Activities."It is reported that the overall requirement of the "Rectification Plan" is to carry out concentrated rectification for two years, completely banning the illegal cross-border operating activities of foreign securities, futures, and fund operating institutions, and achieving the rectification goal of "resolutely banning the illegal and steadily cleaning up the existing stock."The targets of rectification include foreign institutions engaged in illegal cross-border securities, futures, and fund business, domestic related or cooperative entities assisting foreign institutions in illegal cross-border operations, illegal intermediaries soliciting domestic investors, internet platforms and online self-media that illegally publish information, and so on. Illegal cross-border operating activities of foreign institutions will be banned in accordance with the law, and behaviors of relevant entities that violate laws and regulations related to foreign exchange management, anti-money laundering, cybersecurity and information management, personal information protection, etc., will also be included in the scope of rectification.

The China Securities Regulatory Commission has filed an investigation and issued a prior notice of administrative punishment against TigerBrokers (NZ) Limited, Futu Securities International (Hong Kong) Limited, and Changqiao Securities (Hong Kong) Limited for illegal securities business operations by relevant entities both domestically and abroad.According to the notice, the relevant entities of Tiger, Futu, and Changqiao conducted securities trading marketing, processed trading instructions, and provided related securities business services to obtain relevant income without the approval of our commission and without obtaining the licenses for securities brokerage business and securities financing and margin trading business, violating the provisions of Article 120 of the Securities Law, thus constituting illegal operation of securities business.In accordance with the provisions of Article 202 of the Securities Law, Article 136 of the Securities Investment Fund Law, and Article 132 of the Futures and Derivatives Law, our commission intends to decide to confiscate all illegal gains of the relevant entities of Tiger, Futu, and Changqiao, and impose severe penalties according to the law. The parties involved have the right to make statements, defend themselves, and request a hearing regarding the administrative penalties to be imposed. Our commission will fully listen to the opinions of the parties involved before making an administrative penalty decision in accordance with the law.

According to the Securities Times, the National Development and Reform Commission held a press conference today. At the meeting, Li Chao, deputy director of the Policy Research Office of the National Development and Reform Commission, stated that the commission is planning to introduce supporting documents to accelerate the implementation of artificial intelligence and further strengthen resource guarantees.At the same time, we will continue to promote central state-owned enterprises to open high-value application scenarios, creating benchmark applications for artificial intelligence across various industries, fields, and regions, and accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence into all aspects and links of business management.

According to Hester Peirce, a commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in a post on the X platform, there is an overinterpretation of the proposed "innovation exemption" for on-chain trading of tokenized national market system stocks. Peirce stated that she has always expected the scope of this exemption to be limited, restricted to the trading of digital representations of the same underlying equity securities that investors can currently purchase in the secondary market, rather than trading of synthetic securities.Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas commented that he is not surprised by the expectations surrounding tokenization and maintains his view: what tokenization can achieve (at least in the short term) is merely the distribution of stocks and ETFs to on-chain users, serving more as a distribution channel for ETFs rather than a disruptive force.

U.S. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce stated that the SEC's "innovation exemption" for tokenized stocks is expected to apply only to on-chain equity products. She pointed out that synthetic tokens that merely mimic stock price performance but do not possess full shareholder rights are expected to not meet the relevant regulatory exemption requirements.

According to the updated information on the official website of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, NewBX Limited's digital asset trading platform Bixin has obtained a license to operate a virtual asset trading platform. The institution is authorized to conduct regulated activities under Type 1 (securities trading) and Type 7 (providing automated trading services). It has also been licensed under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance to operate a virtual asset trading platform.As of now, the number of licensed virtual asset trading platforms in Hong Kong has increased to 13, with 6 applicants for virtual asset trading platforms.

Cryptocurrency journalist Eleanor Terrett posted on the X platform that Hester Peirce (known as "Crypto Mom") will join the Regent University School of Law in Virginia as an associate professor this November, according to the latest press release from the university.Hester Peirce is currently a commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the head of the cryptocurrency working group. The new teaching position is interpreted by the market as a signal that her term at the regulatory agency may be nearing its end.According to the announcement, she will teach courses on securities regulation, financial markets, digital assets, and public policy in her new role. Industry insiders believe this move could further impact the personnel structure and future direction of the U.S. cryptocurrency regulatory policy team.

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission issued a notice reminding the public to remain highly vigilant against scams that impersonate the Investor Compensation Fund. These scams often cause victims to suffer secondary losses. Scammers contact individuals who have previously suffered investment losses and falsely claim that the victims are eligible to recover losses from the compensation fund, demanding that they only need to pay an additional "deposit" or "fee" to arrange for the compensation fund to provide "compensation," resulting in many victims being defrauded a second time.The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission reminds the public that the Commission will not contact investors through social media or instant messaging platforms to request payments related to compensation claims.

According to Money Today, the Financial Services Commission of South Korea will announce detailed rules for tokenized securities in July, preparing for implementation in February next year. The country's financial authorities will allow the issuance of fragmented investment securities by bundling various underlying assets and will develop a roadmap for the tokenization of traditional securities such as stocks and bonds.The Financial Services Commission stated that previously it was prohibited to bundle underlying assets for the issuance of fragmented securities, but now it plans to allow bundling of similar assets within a certain scope. The Commission emphasized that market order and investor protection are fundamental prerequisites, but regulation will not be the primary focus. The annual investment limit for fragmented investment securities issuance platforms is set at 10 million to 20 million Korean won, with crowdfunding limited to 5 million won per project, totaling 10 million won. The annual selling limit for over-the-counter trading of non-listed stocks is 300 million won, while for investment contract securities in over-the-counter trading, it is 40 million won.

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) recently issued a notice reminding the public to be cautious of certain unlicensed platforms and related market promotional activities, mentioning HabitTrade.In response, HabitTrade issued a statement claiming that it is a licensed Australian brokerage and compliant financial services platform, and has not conducted any regulated business in Hong Kong, nor promoted or provided related services to the public in Hong Kong.The statement also pointed out that some third-party promotional content, video materials, and platform traffic diversion activities that have recently appeared in the market do not represent the official position of HabitTrade. The company reserves the right to trace and take legal action against any misleading promotions and violations using its brand, technological channels, or partnerships without authorization.HabitTrade stated that it will continue to adhere to a compliance-first approach and cooperate with the regulatory requirements of relevant jurisdictions to conduct necessary investigations.

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a notice stating that it has become aware of online videos enticing the public to use the StableStock platform, claiming that virtual currency can be used to subscribe for Hong Kong stock IPOs. StableStock also claims to be collaborating with another company, HabitTrade.In fact, neither StableStock nor HabitTrade has been licensed by the SFC and is not permitted to engage in any regulated activities in Hong Kong; furthermore, they are prohibited from promoting services to the public in Hong Kong, whether inside or outside the territory. The SFC has included StableStock and HabitTrade on its warning list. The SFC reminds the public that unlicensed platforms are not regulated by the SFC, and the protections available to investors are very limited, with the possibility of incurring total losses.

The National Development and Reform Commission, the National Energy Administration, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and the National Data Bureau jointly issued the "Action Plan for Promoting the Bidirectional Empowerment of Artificial Intelligence and Energy," proposing to initially establish a safe, green, and economical energy security system supporting AI development by 2027, and to achieve world-leading research and application of AI-specific technologies in the energy sector by 2030.The key points of the plan include: coordinating the layout of new energy bases and computing power hubs, exploring direct connections between nuclear power and hydrogen energy to computing power facilities; promoting computing power facilities to increase the proportion of green electricity and energy efficiency, and improving carbon emission accounting; achieving synergy between computing power and electricity through market-based electricity trading; opening up high-value AI application scenarios in power grids, coal, oil and gas, and energy storage; accelerating breakthroughs in large energy models and the application of autonomous intelligent computing chips, and providing supporting support in standards, funding, talent, and other aspects.

According to SBS Biz, the Personal Information Protection Commission of South Korea has launched an investigation into Upbit and Bithumb for sharing order books with overseas exchanges, focusing on whether there is any cross-border transfer of personal information in the process. The commission has completed written investigations and on-site inspections and is currently in the phase of determining legality, with results expected to be finalized in the second half of the year.An order book is a list of buy and sell orders on an exchange, and sharing it with overseas entities can increase liquidity. However, if user identification information is transmitted along with it, it may violate personal information protection laws (cross-border transfers require user consent). It is reported that Upbit shares its order book with Southeast Asia's Upbit APAC and the Tether market, while Bithumb has shared its order book with Australia's Stellar.