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Whistleblowers asked the SEC to investigate OpenAI over alleged illegal NDAs
13.7.2024
The complainants called the matter "urgent," but it remains unclear if the SEC will open an investigation
Judge has ‘strong views’ about Coinbase inquiry into Gensler’s private msgs
11.7.2024
Judge Katherine Polk Failla said she would hear from SEC and Coinbase lawyers on July 15 whether SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s private communications on crypto were fair game
Judge Sends Coinbase Back to the Drawing Board Over Efforts to Subpoena SEC’s Gary Gensler
11.7.2024
A federal judge encouraged Coinbase to drop – or at least substantially modify – its efforts to subpoena U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler’s personal communications during a hearing Thursday
Mark Cuban says; Biden should fire Gary Gensler
11.7.2024
The crypto industry has become a political topic ahead of the November 2024 elections. Progressive Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) hosted a crypto roundtable with Mark Cuban, and other key figures in the blockchain industry also appeared. Industry representatives, such as Blockchain Association’s Kristin...
Tech Coalition Urges Biden to Lead on Cryptocurrency Regulation
10.7.2024
In a recent letter to U.S. President Joe Biden, the Chamber of Progress, a tech industry coalition, called for comprehensive cryptocurrency regulation. The group emphasized the importance of a clear regulatory framework for digital assets, highlighting the potential benefits for both investors...
Sentencing for ex-FTX execs set for October, November
9.7.2024
Former FTX executives Nishad Singh and Gary Wang, who both testified at Sam Bankman-Fried’s criminal trial, are scheduled to be sentenced later this year
Former FTX Execs Nishad Singh, Gary Wang to Be Sentenced Later This Year
9.7.2024
Former FTX Director of Engineering Nishad Singh and former Chief Technology Officer Gary Wang are set to be sentenced this fall in the ongoing criminal case against what was once a global crypto exchange before it collapsed in historic fashion near the end of 2022
Messari Declares Independence From SEC — Calls Chair Gensler Incompetent and Corrupt
9.7.2024
Crypto intelligence platform Messari has declared independence from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). CEO Ryan Selkis calls SEC Chair Gary Gensler incompetent and corrupt. Messari plans to challenge the SEC’s legitimacy through legal, congressional, and media avenues, arguing...
Coinbase continues to fight for access to Gensler’s private emails
5.7.2024
In a recent letter to a district court judge, Coinbase argued that the SEC Chair’s private communications are an “appropriate source of discovery” crucial to mounting a reasonable defense
Commissioner Mark Uyeda calls SEC’s approach to crypto filings ‘problematic’
2.7.2024
Tucked away in a footnote as part of a recent statement, the SEC Commissioner said his agency’s current approach to crypto does not aid capital formation or protect investors
Supreme Court’s Chevron Decision Curtails SEC Chair Gensler’s Regulatory Abuses, Says Congressman
2.7.2024
Congressman Tom Emmer has stated that the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Chevron deference significantly limits “the regulatory abuses” of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler. The ruling is seen as a game changer for the crypto industry and other...
SEC Asks Court to Quash Coinbase Subpoena in Legal Clash Over Crypto Regulations
29.6.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has asked the court to quash a subpoena issued by crypto exchange Coinbase that demands documents related to the crypto markets and personal communications of SEC Chair Gary Gensler. The SEC argues that the subpoena is irrelevant and imposes undue...
Spot Ethereum ETF launch delayed by SEC comments
29.6.2024
The SEC provided some feedback on the S-1 forms submitted by the spot Ethereum ETF issuers and has requested they be resubmitted by July 8
Spot Solana ETF might 9X the price of SOL: GSR Markets
28.6.2024
The crypto market maker’s forecast for Solana was based on a “blue sky” scenario, while its “bear” scenario only predicted a 1.4x increase in Solana’s price
Solana ETF possible with a change in POTUS, SEC: Balchunas
28.6.2024
Two industry pundits believe a change in SEC Chair is needed to even entertain the idea of a spot Solana ETF
Ripple CEO Blasts SEC Chair’s Crypto Remarks — Says ‘Gensler Will Cause Biden to Lose the Election’
27.6.2024
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has criticized SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s recent statements on the crypto industry, calling them “absolute nonsense.” The executive argued that Gensler’s actions and oversight failures could impact the upcoming election. He suggested that Gensler...
SEC Chair Gensler: Spot Ethereum ETF Approval Process ‘Going Smoothly’
26.6.2024
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler says that the spot ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) approval process is “going smoothly.” He stressed that “it’s really about the asset managers making the full disclosure so that those registration...
Brad Garlinghouse calls Gary Gensler’s remark absurd
26.6.2024
Brad Garlinghouse opined that the remarks of Gary Gensler will cause Joe Biden to lose the election. The American SEC chief has stated that all crypto executives have been subjected to legal and punitive actions. He also says that there is significant noncompliance in the global cryptocurrency...
Ethereum ETF process is ‘going smoothly,’ says SEC’s Gensler
26.6.2024
SEC Chair Gary Gensler didn’t comment on when his agency would approve Ether ETFs for trading, but analysts predict it could be as soon as next week
SEC Chair Gary Gensler Envisions US Spot Ether ETFs Launching This Summer
17.6.2024
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler has indicated to lawmakers that he expects spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to launch this summer. The SEC is still working with fund issuers on their S-1 filings, which must be declared effective before the spot ether...