A Yonkers hospital to pay $80K for leaking COVID-19 patient data
OCR investigated Saint Joseph’s Medical Center for alleged violations of HIPAA when it disclosed three patients’ PHI to the Associated Press without written authorization.
SEC Accuses Kraken of Operating Without Registration, Alleges Mixing of Funds
The SEC has accused Kraken of operating as an unregistered securities exchange, broker, dealer, and clearing agency, accusing it of commingling customer and company funds and deficient internal controls. (Read More)
Celsius to Transition to Mining-Only NewCo following Bankruptcy Court’s Confirmation of Plan
Celsius Network, following bankruptcy court approval, is transitioning to a Bitcoin mining-focused entity to address regulatory challenges from the SEC. (Read More)
U.S. Justice Department Seizes $9M in Crypto from Romance Scam Ring
The U.S. Justice Department successfully seizes $9M in crypto from a scam ring targeting over 70 victims, showcasing the government’s commitment to combating cyber-enabled financial fraud. (Read More)
Binance Undergoes Leadership Shakeup Amid DOJ Investigation
Binance names Richard Teng as CEO amid Changpeng Zhao’s departure due to legal issues, signaling a new leadership era as the company navigates a DOJ probe. (Read More)