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Ex-SEC boss Jay Clayton sworn in as interim Manhattan US attorney
23.4.2025
Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton confirmed that he has been appointed as the interim US Attorney for the Southern District of New York after the Democratic Party’s Senate leader used a “blue slip” to block a vote confirming Clayton’s position.The appointment comes a little over...
Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton sworn in as interim US attorney for Manhattan
23.4.2025
Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton confirmed that he has been appointed as the interim US Attorney for the Southern District of New York after the Democratic Party’s Senate leader used a “blue slip” to block a vote confirming Clayton’s position.The appointment comes a little over...
New SEC Chair Sworn in, Pledges Clear Crypto Regulation and Market Growth
22.4.2025
A new era dawns at the SEC as its freshly appointed chair signals a bold pivot toward clear, market-friendly digital asset regulation that could ignite industry growth. New SEC Era Begins: Will Digital Assets Finally Get the Clarity They Crave? The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)...
Paul Atkins, nominated by Trump, has been sworn in as SEC chair
22.4.2025
Paul Atkins has officially been sworn in as the 34th Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.The April 21 announcement comes nearly two weeks after Atkins’ position was confirmed by the US Senate in a 52-44 vote on April 9.“I am honored by the trust and confidence President...
Atkins becomes next SEC chair: What’s next for the crypto industry
10.4.2025
The crypto industry has welcomed the confirmation of American businessman and former US Securities and Exchange Commissioner Paul Atkins as chair of the agency.Atkins’ approval has taken months. He appeared before the Senate on March 27 to explain his intended approach to securities...
Atkins becomes next SEC chair: What’s next for the crypto industry
10.4.2025
The crypto industry has welcomed the confirmation of American businessman and former US Securities and Exchange Commissioner Paul Atkins as chair of the agency.Atkins’ approval has taken months. He appeared before the Senate on March 27 to explain his intended approach to securities...
US Senate confirms Paul Atkins to lead SEC under Trump
10.4.2025
The US Senate has confirmed US President Donald Trump pick Paul Atkins as chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission in a 51-45 vote, with lawmakers largely voting along party lines.His appointment comes several months after Trump named Atkins to lead the commission late last year.Atkins...
Trump’s pick for SEC chair makes it out of committee
3.4.2025
Lawmakers in the US Senate Banking Committee confirmed the nomination of Paul Atkins to be a member of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), paving the way for a full floor vote in the chamber.In an April 3 executive session of the banking committee, lawmakers voted 13-11 to confirm Atkins...
Coinbase Rallies Behind Incoming SEC Chair Promising Full Focus on Crypto Clarity
31.3.2025
Coinbase’s legal chief hailed the incoming SEC chair’s vow to prioritize crypto clarity, end debanking, and foster innovation as a long-awaited shift benefiting U.S. markets. Coinbase Sees Clear Skies Ahead With SEC Power Shift Favoring Digital Assets Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal...
Acting SEC Chair Rejects Enforcement, First US Bank-Issued Stablecoin, and More — Week in Review
30.3.2025
Acting SEC chair rejects enforcement, first US bank-issued stablecoin, Bitcoin’s four-year cycle at crossroads, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Acting SEC Chair Uyeda called for clear rulemaking over enforcement to provide much-needed guidance to the industry. The first U.S....
Top Priority: Incoming SEC Chair Promises Solid Crypto Framework
28.3.2025
The incoming SEC chair vowed to prioritize a clear crypto framework, criticizing outdated rules for hindering innovation and U.S. leadership. Incoming SEC Chair Calls for Clear Crypto Rules, Economic Revival Under Trump Digital asset policy took center stage as Paul Atkins, President Donald...
Prospective SEC chair pressed on sale of FTX-tied firm
27.3.2025
Lawmakers in the US Senate Banking Committee questioned prospective Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) member Paul Atkins on his ties to the crypto industry and how he might regulate digital assets if confirmed.Questioning Atkins at his nomination hearing on March 27, Massachusetts Senator...
Prospective SEC chair discloses up to $327M assets with his wife
25.3.2025
Former US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) member Paul Atkins disclosed combined employment assets of at least $327 million with his wife before a scheduled confirmation hearing with the US Senate Banking Committee.According to a financial disclosure report made public by the US Office...
Acting SEC Chair Rejects Enforcement—Demands Real Crypto Rules
24.3.2025
The acting SEC chair urged rulemaking over enforcement to clarify crypto regulations and avoid courtroom confusion. Acting SEC Chair Urges Crypto Reset—Classification Shouldn’t Be Courtroom Chaos Acting U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Mark T. Uyeda led the inaugural session...
SEC Chair Nominee Paul Atkins to Face Senate Panel Next Week
20.3.2025
Two top financial regulators in the crypto space have a date with the Senate as SEC nominee Paul Atkins and OCC pick Jonathan Gould get a March 27 hearing
Paul Atkins closes in on SEC chair role amid setbacks: Report
18.3.2025
Paul Atkins could move one step closer to becoming the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s new crypto-friendly chair, with a Senate committee hearing reportedly in the works for March 27.President Donald Trump nominated Atkins to lead the SEC on Dec. 4, but his marriage into a billionaire...
Crypto ETFs Likely Won't Be Approved Until New SEC Chair Is Sworn In
12.3.2025
President Donald Trump named Paul Atkins as his pick to lead the agency but no hearing has been scheduled yet to confirm him
SEC Chair Confirmation Delayed, Crypto ETF Future Uncertain
10.2.2025
Fox Business journalist Eleanor Terrett addressed questions on X regarding the confirmation timeline for Paul Atkins, the incoming…
Acting SEC Chair Uyeda Names 3 Appointees to Agency’s New Crypto Task Force
4.2.2025
Landon Zinda, former policy director for crypto think tank Coin Center, is the task force’s new senior advisor
Gemini won’t hire MIT grads unless university drops ex-SEC chair Gensler
30.1.2025
Gemini CEO Tyler Winklevoss said the exchange won’t hire from MIT due to the university rehiring Gary Gensler, a boycott that one commentator called “overkill.”