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New SEC Chairman Unveils Policies for Cryptocurrencies, Calls Bitcoin ‘Scarce Store of Value’
8.5.2021
The new chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, has shared his view on how the SEC plans to regulate cryptocurrencies, particularly bitcoin. He calls bitcoin “a digital, scarce store of value” and stresses the need to put in place some investor...
SEC chair hints at greater regulatory oversight for US crypto exchanges
6.5.2021
Gary Gensler said a regulatory framework for digital assets from the SEC or CFTC "could instill great confidence" for investors
SEC pushes decision on VanEck Bitcoin ETF until June
28.4.2021
The commission said it was "appropriate to designate a longer period" for the proposed Bitcoin ETF
There will be drama, warns WEF expert on Bitcoin regulation
15.4.2021
Recent events in the crypto space have the smell of victory, but only represent small battles in an ongoing war. “Dramatic” changes are on the way
Powers On… Why the SEC is not your friend (and how to deal with that)
30.3.2021
A former SEC attorney argues that Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse and Chris Larsen are being asked for documents that seem to demonstrate significant overreach
DeFi will provide good regulatory test for SEC, says Commissioner Peirce
23.2.2021
The SEC commissioner described the DeFi space as "a work in process" but overall "alluring."
NYDIG files for US-based Bitcoin ETF, with Morgan Stanley on board
16.2.2021
The crypto-focused financial services company has filed S-1 paperwork with the SEC, reigniting the debate over a Bitcoin ETF
What Crypto Can Expect From Gary Gensler at the SEC
14.1.2021
A ex-CFTC official on how Biden's putative pick for SEC head might approach the office and the crypto-related issues before it
Novogratz hopes Biden admin reverses Trump's anti-crypto stance
24.12.2020
Galaxy Digital CEO calls Trump’s crypto policies “anti-dollar” and “anti-innovation.”
SEC Gives Broker-Dealers Room to Handle Crypto Securities
23.12.2020
The SEC's broker-dealer guidance was generally welcomed as a step in the right direction by industry players
‘New rules’ for SEC could follow example set by Wyoming, says Hester Peirce
3.12.2020
“I do think there are some issues that crypto raises that are not neatly solved by our existing securities laws,” said the SEC commissioner
SEC Chairman Jay Clayton Explains US Crypto Regulation, Calls Bitcoin a Store of Value
23.11.2020
The chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has explained how the U.S. government is regulating cryptocurrency. He calls bitcoin a store of value, noting that its rise is driven by the inefficiencies of the current payment system. How Bitcoin Is Regulated in the US...
SEC gives OK to social media platform to issue stablecoin without registering as a security
19.11.2020
The letter states the regulatory agency “will not recommend enforcement action” against a platform issuing a digital currency capable of being converted to fiat
The SEC Is Still Working Out What ‘Qualified Custodian’ Means for Crypto
16.11.2020
The SEC’s recent statement about qualified custodians shows the federal agency is still puzzling out important questions for the crypto space
SEC Changes Rules, Making Fundraising Easier for Crypto Firms
3.11.2020
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has amended some exemption rules, making it easier for crypto companies to raise funds. The rule changes raise fundraising limits for Regulation Crowdfunding, Regulation A, and Regulation D’s Rule 504 offerings. SEC’s New Rules Allow...
SEC votes to simplify exempt offering rules for securities
2.11.2020
"While each component in this patchwork system makes some sense in isolation, collectively, there is substantial room for improvement."
First SEC Official to Say Ether Is Not a Security Is Leaving the Agency Later This Year
27.10.2020
William Hinman, the director of the SEC’s division of corporation finance, is planning to conclude his tenure later this year
NYC court has no right to hear 'international' case argues Bancor firm
15.10.2020
Lawyers argued the complaint was “based on a man in Wisconsin using an exchange in Singapore to purchase tokens issued by a Swiss entity.”
SEC’s conservative approach to crypto needs to change- SEC’s Peirce
10.10.2020
“Crypto Mom” Hester Peirce admits the SEC can be slow in giving guidance, but she sees the regulator becoming more open to change
SEC Is Willing to ‘Try’ a Tokenized ETF, Chairman Says: Report
3.10.2020
SEC Chairman Jay Clayton expressed an openness to a tokenized exchange-traded fund