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Telegram CEO Arrested, Coinbase CEO Bullish on Crypto Payments, and More — Week in Review
1.9.2024
The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France has sent shockwaves through the crypto community. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong expressed optimism about the future of crypto payments, predicting it as the next big boom driven by advancements in technology. The SEC has issued a Wells notice...
SEC Demands $102M From Ripple, Dems Reportedly Prepare for Crypto Roundtable, and More — Week in Review
23.6.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking a $102.6 million penalty from Ripple in the XRP case. Meanwhile, the Biden administration, along with Mark Cuban and Representative Ro Khanna, are preparing for a crucial crypto roundtable. A Bank of America report reveals that younger...
CRV Price Hits $0.35, Rebounding 41% From Recent Low Post-Founder Crisis
19.6.2024
Curve DAO’s (CRV) price increased over 10% early Wednesday, hitting $0.35 and marking a 41% increase from its low since a recent liquidation crisis involving its founder. On-chain data revealed significant accumulation of CRV by whales this week, with reports indicating a particular increase...
U.S. SEC's Crypto Enforcer David Hirsch Quits
17.6.2024
David Hirsch, a senior member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission crypto oversight unit has left the organization, he posted on LinkedIn on Monday
Experts Warn SEC’s Consolidated Audit Trail Is Unconstitutional
16.6.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) newest surveillance tool, the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT), has sparked significant concerns among privacy advocates and legal experts, who warn of an unprecedented expansion of government monitoring over financial transactions....
Hashdex Withdraws Application for Spot Ether ETF, SEC Filings Show
30.5.2024
According to documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 24, Hashdex has officially withdrawn its application for the Hashdex Nasdaq Ethereum ETF.
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SEC Approves Key Regulatory Filings for Spot Ether ETFs
24.5.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved pivotal 19b-4 filings for spot ether ETFs, marking a major regulatory milestone for the cryptocurrency sector. This approval indicates a newfound willingness to engage with ether ETF issuers. SEC Surprises Market With Approval of...
Ethereum Futures ETFs Hit Record Daily Trading Volume Amid Anticipation of Spot Approvals
22.5.2024
The daily trading volume for Ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) surged to an all-time high yesterday, fueled by increasing anticipation of potential spot approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
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Reps. Nickel and Flood Advocate for SEC Approval of Options on Spot Bitcoin ETFs
3.5.2024
US Representatives Mike Flood and Wiley Nickel are pressing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to approve options trading on spot bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs), urging SEC Chair Gary Gensler to address the delay.
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Consensys Files Lawsuit Against the SEC Over Ethereum Regulation
25.4.2024
Ethereum developer firm Consensys managed by Joe Lubin has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its “overzealous regulation” around the Ethereum blockchain.
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Crypto Wealth Management Firm Abra Launches New Platforms for Private Clients
18.4.2024
Crypto wealth management firm Abra said it has launched the “Abra Prime” and “Abra Private” platforms for private clients and received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to operate as an investment advisor
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US Courts Have Serially Rejected Crypto Industry’s ‘Decade’s Worth of Arguments’ – SEC Director
4.4.2024
Over the past decade, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has contended with “significant non-compliance” and “creative attempts” by cryptocurrency market participants to avoid its jurisdiction. According to the SEC’s enforcement director, the commission...
BlackRock CEO Bullish Bitcoin Says ETH ETF Still Possible Even if SEC Brands ETH Security
28.3.2024
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said he is “bullish on the long term viability of Bitcoin” and thinks an ETH exchange traded fund (ETF) may still be possible even if the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) brands ETH a security.
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House Republicans Demand SEC Clarify Its Position Regarding Prometheum
27.3.2024
House Republicans have written a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) urging for clarity regarding Prometheum and whether Ethereum is considered a security.
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What Happens if the SEC Brands ETH a Security?
26.3.2024
The status of Ethereum is in limbo – currently Eth is not considered a security by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) -- but this could all change very quickly.
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Ripple And SEC File Sealing Proposal In Forthcoming Remedies Brief
20.3.2024
Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) agreed on March 19 to seal a proposal to address concerns about an upcoming remedies-related brief in their ongoing legal dispute. The proposal was submitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. It aimed...
Genesis Agrees to Pay $21M Fine to Settle SEC Crypto Lending Charges
19.3.2024
Bankrupt cryptocurrency lender Genesis Global Capital has agreed to pay a $21 million fine as part of a final court judgement to settle charges with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In an official ruling released on March 19, the SEC highlighted the reason for the penalty...
SEC Requests $158 Million Increase to Tackle Crypto Market Challenges in 2025 Budget Proposal
19.3.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking an additional $158 million for its 2025 budget to address the growing complexities in financial markets, particularly the challenges stemming from the crypto sector.
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Fidelity Updates Spot Ethereum ETF Application to Include Staking
19.3.2024
Fidelity has updated its Spot Ethereum exchange traded fund (ETF) application to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 18 to include staking.
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Thai Rule Change Allows Asset Management Funds to Invest in Bitcoin ETFs
14.3.2024
Thailand-based asset management funds can now launch private funds for investing in U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to the country’s securities regulator. The approval of bitcoin ETFs by U.S. regulators has opened opportunities for Thai asset management firms to gain...