The uptick in institutional stablecoin interest follows shifting regulatory regimes and increased lobbying efforts, especially in the U.S.
The SEC's softened stance on staking could pave the way for increased crypto ETF offerings, potentially boosting mainstream crypto adoption.
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued new guidance clarifying that common forms of crypto staking do not fall under securities laws. On May 29, the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance confirmed that those participating in staking activities, including self-staking, delegated staking, custodial, and non-custodial forms, are not required to register these actions […]
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Canary Capital's filing follows the SEC's confirmation that proof-of-stake staking activities do not constitute securities transactions.
Reform also became the first UK political party to accept donations in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies on Thursday.
The incident highlights potential vulnerabilities in law enforcement integrity, raising concerns about trust and accountability within the NYPD.
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The SEC's stance on PoS staking may boost innovation and participation in crypto networks by reducing regulatory burdens.
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Thailand's securities regulator announced that crypto exchanges Bybit, 1000X, CoinEx, OKX and XT will be banned locally starting June 28.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked a federal judge on May 29 to dismiss its civil complaint against Binance and its founder, Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, according to a four-page filing in the District Court docket. Judge Amy Berman Jackson placed the case on a 60-day pause in February after both sides told the […]
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Rebecca Rettig, the chief legal officer at Jito Labs, said this clears the way for crypto ETFs to include staking.
House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill introduced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on May 29, a bipartisan measure that would place most cryptocurrencies under a unified federal regime and draw clear lines between securities law and commodity oversight. The 249-page bill defines “digital commodity,” “investment-contract asset,” “mature blockchain system,” and “permitted payment stablecoin.” […]
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The SEC is seeking to dismiss its lawsuit against crypto giant Binance, according to a court document filed on Thursday.
Crypto exchange Bybit has received regulatory approval under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework from Austria’s Financial Market Authority (FMA), according to a statement issued on May 29. This license enables the platform to offer digital asset services across all 30 European Economic Area (EEA) countries. Bybit plans to make Austria the hub […]
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The SEC will still bring enforcement cases against bad actors in crypto, said SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce.
The Financial Conduct Authority has accepted only 52 companies on its crypto register since 2020.
Russia’s central bank has announced plans to allow financial institutions to offer crypto-linked investment products to qualified investors, according to a May 28 statement. The Bank of Russia explained that it will allow instruments such as derivatives, tokenized securities, and other digital financial products that reflect crypto price movements. However, these offerings must be non-deliverable, […]
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The SEC's delay in crypto ETF decisions highlights ongoing regulatory caution, impacting market confidence and innovation in crypto investments.
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The court's decision limits presidential trade powers, potentially shifting global economic dynamics and increasing reliance on alternative assets.
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission released the agenda for its upcoming roundtable, “DeFi and the American Spirit,” scheduled for June 9 at its Washington, D.C. headquarters. Organized by the agency’s Crypto Task Force, the half-day event is the fifth in an ongoing series designed to explore regulatory approaches to digital assets. The latest session […]
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The US Department of Labor (DOL) formally rescinded a 2022 compliance release that discouraged fiduciaries from offering crypto investment options in 401(k) retirement plans, according to a May 28 announcement. The decision withdraws “Compliance Assistance Release No. 2022-01,” which directed fiduciaries to exercise “extreme care” before including digital assets in retirement plan investment menus. Neutrality restored […]
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The agency had once called for retirement-plan officials to exercise "extreme care" over crypto investments, but it's now withdrawn that elevated concern.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance urged action on digital asset regulation, warning that inaction could send trillions offshore.
Investigations have been ongoing since ACX Exchange collapsed in 2019.
The U.S. Department of Labor reversed earlier guidance discouraging retirement managers from considering cryptocurrency.
Ripple's proposal could redefine crypto regulation, potentially easing compliance burdens and fostering innovation by clarifying token status.
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Circle plans to offer 24 million shares of its Class A common stock at between $24 and $26, according to an updated SEC filing.
Saylor said onchain proof-of-reserves is a "bad idea" that poses security threats to Strategy and is meaningless without audited liabilities.
Last week, the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force intensified studies on how public blockchain technology can support the issuance and trading of tokenized securities. The group held separate meetings with Nasdaq, Plume Network, and Etherealize on how securities can be issued and traded on public blockchains. All three meetings resulted in […]
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Early release for high-profile inmates like Bankman-Fried may spark debate on justice system fairness and the impact of good conduct credits.
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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino told Bloomberg on Friday that the company is “open to” creating a separate domestic stablecoin to meet the needs of the U.S. market. The news comes amid the U.S. trying to push through a stablecoin legislation—the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act). The international issuer of […]
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