Gary Gensler is going, but the lawsuits against crypto firms may continue — until Congress defines how securities laws apply to digital assets.
Crypto ownership in the UK has increased to 12% of adults, up from 10%, according to the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) latest research published on Nov. 26. Awareness of cryptocurrencies also grew, reaching 93% of the adult population. The FCA’s study revealed that the average value of crypto holdings per person rose from £1,595 to […]
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Morocco's crypto legalization could boost financial inclusion and innovation, aligning with global trends towards digital currency adoption.
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OKX’s services in Belgium are offered through an EU-regulated entity as the exchange doesn’t have dedicated regulatory approval in the country.
Deputy US Attorney Edward Y. Kim will serve as the acting head for the Southern District of New York until the Senate confirms one of Donald Trump’s nominees.
This state-level filing is seen as a preliminary step toward SEC approval.
According to Rep. Wiley Nickel, Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris could have made a “really big error” not courting voters in favor of crypto earlier.
WisdomTree's move into XRP ETFs signals growing diversification in crypto investment products, potentially broadening market participation.
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The Blockchain Association, a nonprofit representing crypto and blockchain businesses in the U.S., sent a letter to president-elect Donald Trump and Congress on Friday. In the letter signed by Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith, the organization outlined five priorities for the first 100 days of Trump’s administration. While the whole of crypto industry has been […]
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Bessent's nomination could accelerate US adoption of digital assets, potentially reshaping economic policy and global financial dynamics.
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Polymarket, a leading blockchain-based prediction market, has restricted access to French users amid a government investigation into its compliance with national gambling laws, according to local media reports. The platform, known for enabling users to bet on real-world outcomes using crypto, implemented the block on Nov. 22. The move comes amid heightened scrutiny from France’s national […]
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Donald Trump has not yet named his pick for SEC chair to send to the Senate, but Commissioner Mark Uyeda offered a preview of the regulator’s approach to crypto in 2025.
Following Donald Trump’s election as the new US President, regulators are pushing for crypto market reforms, from establishing regulatory sandboxes to allowing tokenized funds’ shares as collateral in traditional derivatives trading. During an interview for Fox Business, SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda said President-elect Donald Trump is right about stopping the war on crypto in the […]
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The UK is set to unveil a comprehensive crypto regulatory framework in early 2025, with plans to address oversight challenges for stablecoins, staking, and other digital asset services. The announcement was made during the City & Financial Global Tokenisation Summit in London on Nov. 22, signaling the Labour government’s intent to streamline rules for the […]
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The Blockchain Association has urged President-elect Donald Trump to take immediate steps to bolster the US crypto industry during the first 100 days of his term, according to a letter sent on Nov. 22 The association’s proposals center on establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets, ending discriminatory banking practices against crypto firms, and […]
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The Association ultimately seeks a swift end to the “regulation by enforcement” era of cryptocurrency oversight in the US.
Mark Uyeda, a Trump SEC chair frontrunner, champions crypto regulatory sandboxes to foster innovation and clarity in the industry.
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The restriction highlights the growing tension between innovative financial platforms and traditional regulatory frameworks, impacting market dynamics.
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Bitwise's move could accelerate mainstream acceptance of Solana, influencing regulatory perspectives and boosting institutional crypto interest.
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A federal court has struck down the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) controversial dealer rule, delivering a major setback to the agency’s regulatory efforts in the crypto sector. The US District Court for the Northern District of Texas ruled on Nov. 21 that the SEC exceeded its statutory authority, invalidating the rule as a violation […]
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Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Chris Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad,” has emerged as the leading candidate to become the first White House “crypto czar,” Fox Business reported on Nov. 21. The Trump administration is reportedly establishing the role to guide US crypto policy and foster growth in the $3 trillion digital asset […]
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President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed “Crypto Advisory Council” is expected to establish his promised “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,” Reuters reported on Nov. 21, citing sources familiar with the matter. While presidential advisory councils are not new, a dedicated crypto council would be unprecedented, reflecting the sector’s rapid evolution since Bitcoin’s inception in 2008. Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith […]
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Chris Giancarlo leads the shortlist for Trumps potential crypto role, aimed at boosting US crypto growth and easing regulatory burdens.
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Gary Gensler will step down from his role as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman on Jan. 20, 2025, the same day as President-elect Donald Trump takes office, according to a Commission statement. Gensler began his tenure in the role in April 2021 and said his time at the SEC has been an […]
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Gary Gensler to resign as SEC Chair in January 2025, ending a tenure defined by strict crypto oversight and market enforcement actions.
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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a landmark rule expanding its oversight to fintech payment apps but notably excluding self-hosted crypto wallets, according to a Nov. 21 announcement. Blockchain advocates have hailed this decision as a win for DeFi. The finalized rule targets large nonbank payment platforms processing over 50 million annual US dollar […]
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The agency highlighted consumer and industry comments in a 259-page report detailing the final draft of the “Larger Participants” rule.
FTX to commence creditor distributions by early 2025 following court-approved reorganization, with arrangements completing this December.
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Sandeep Nailwal, the Ethereum layer-2 network Polygon co-founder, has voiced concerns that the growing trend of memecoin scams could attract regulatory scrutiny. Nailwal highlighted these risks in a Nov. 21 post on X, pointing to recent incidents as potential triggers for government intervention in the crypto space. QUANT controversy Nailwal’s remarks were prompted by a […]
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In a significant development for the UK’s digital asset ecosystem, Agant is preparing to launch GBPA, a pound sterling stablecoin designed to address the growing demand for regulated digital currency solutions. With over 6 million individuals and 32% of UK institutions already active in digital assets, GBPA emerges as a potential game-changer in the realm […]
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