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US SEC Unveils New Crypto Regulatory Task Force Led by Hester Peirce
Just a day after Gary Gensler officially stepped down as chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission, the federal agency has initiated a significant overhaul of its crypto regulation approach. Acting Chair Mark Uyeda announced the creation of a crypto task force on Tuesday, which will focus on establishing a comprehensive and transparent regulatory framework for crypto assets. The task …
Jan. 21, 2025, 7:08 p.m.
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EU Watchdog Calls on Nations to Enforce Stablecoin Regulations Promptly
The European Securities and Markets Authority has issued a call to national authorities within the European Union to verify that exchanges cease offering non-compliant stablecoins for trading within the next two months. In a statement released on Friday, the regulator requested that the 27 EU member states ensure that crypto asset service providers comply with stablecoin regulations by the end of…
Jan. 21, 2025, 7:06 p.m.
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Market Predicts Ross Ulbricht Pardon as Trump's Next Move
Following President Trump's inauguration, where bitcoin was not mentioned, and the absence of crypto in his first batch of executive orders, bettors on Polymarket are confident that a pardon for Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road, is forthcoming. A contract on Polymarket inquiring about Trump's pardons within his first 100 days surged to 99% after posts from Elon Musk and Angela McArdle, cha…
Jan. 21, 2025, 7:43 a.m.
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Gary Gensler's Tenure at the SEC Comes to an End, Paving the Way for Crypto-Supporter Mark Uyeda
Mark Uyeda, a vocal advocate for a more relaxed regulatory approach to the crypto industry, has been appointed as the acting chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Uyeda, who has previously served as counsel to Paul Atkins, Trump's nominee for the permanent role, has been critical of the SEC's efforts to rein in the crypto industry. His appointment may lead to a significant shift i…
Jan. 20, 2025, 9:47 p.m.
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Trump Appoints Caroline Pham as Acting Chair of the U.S. CFTC
Caroline Pham, a Republican commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, has been appointed as the agency's acting chair, marking a significant development in the regulation of digital assets in the United States. As the CFTC is poised to become a key federal regulator of the crypto industry, Pham's appointment is seen as a crucial step in shaping the agency's approach to overseeing …
Jan. 20, 2025, 5:25 p.m.
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Former Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan Open to Serving Under Trump Administration
Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive who was previously kidnapped and held in Nigeria for eight months, has expressed his willingness to serve his country once again in the fight against crypto crime under the Trump administration. As the head of financial crime compliance at Binance for the past two years, Gambaryan brings a wealth of experience, having worked as a federal agent and being part …
Jan. 20, 2025, 2:54 p.m.
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El Salvador's Hidden Advantage: Its Comprehensive Bitcoin Educational Initiative, According to Stacy Herbert
In 2021, El Salvador made global headlines when President Nayib Bukele declared bitcoin a legal tender, placing it on par with the US dollar. Since then, the nation has established a substantial bitcoin reserve, implemented a cutting-edge crypto regulatory framework, and even persuaded the stablecoin giant Tether to relocate its headquarters. However, one of its most notable achievements is its e…
Jan. 18, 2025, 3 p.m.
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Crypto Industry Gathers to Celebrate Trump's Inauguration, Hopes for Favorable Policies
The crypto industry's elite gathered in Washington on Friday evening for a 'Crypto Ball' to mark the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump, with attendees hopeful that his presidency will usher in a new era of legitimacy for digital assets in the US. The guest list included prominent figures such as Michael Saylor, Brian Armstrong, the Winklevoss brothers, and Jesse Powell, as w…
Jan. 18, 2025, 4:42 a.m.
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Crypto PAC Fairshake Makes a Comeback in Florida's Special Elections
The leading crypto political action committee has invested in its preferred candidates for the Florida congressional seats vacated by Matt Gaetz, a close ally of President-elect Donald Trump, and Michael Waltz, who was chosen by Trump as a national security advisor. With the House of Representatives having a very slim majority, replacing these two Florida Republicans is crucial for the party's co…
Jan. 17, 2025, 9:47 p.m.
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DCG and Former Genesis CEO Reach $38.5M Settlement with SEC Over Securities Fraud Allegations
Digital Currency Group (DCG) and its former Genesis subsidiary CEO, Soichoro 'Michael' Moro, have agreed to pay the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) a combined $38.5 million to resolve securities fraud charges. DCG will pay $30 million, while Moro will pay $500,000. Both parties have also agreed to a cease-and-desist order without admitting to any wrongdoing. The charges relate to DCG …
Jan. 17, 2025, 7:21 p.m.