The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) granted approval to the first Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) on October 15, 2023, marking a significant turning point for cryptocurrency markets. […]
Paul Atkins Takes Helm as SEC Chairman: Signaling Shifts in Crypto Regulation
The appointment of Paul Atkins to the SEC chairmanship signals a significant change in U.S. financial regulation, particularly for cryptocurrency. His background and the DOJ’s decision to close […]
Paul Atkins Appointed as SEC Chair: Crypto Regulation Under Shift
Paul Atkins has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a move with significant implications for cryptocurrency regulation. The appointment, following the […]
SEC and Binance Request 60-Day Extension in Legal Battle
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and cryptocurrency exchange Binance have jointly requested a 60-day extension of the ongoing pause in their legal battle. This unexpected development […]
Ripple-SEC Showdown Close, Is XRP’s Price Rise Justified?
As the long-awaited outcome of Ripple’s lawsuit with the SEC nears, analysts are divided over whether XRP’s recent price surge reflects genuine optimism or a market reaction to […]
OpenSea Seeks Exemption From SEC’s Broker Rules for NFT Platforms
NFT marketplace OpenSea has requested the SEC to exclude platforms like its own from its proposed broker rules. This move comes as part of a wider regulatory push […]
SEC and Binance Request 60-Day Extension in Legal Battle
The SEC and Binance have asked a judge to extend their legal case pause by another 60 days as they continue productive discussions regarding potential settlements. The initial […]
Helium Token Soars After SEC Lawsuit Dismissal
The Helium project has seen a significant surge in its associated token value, fueled by the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission […]
Crypto Showdown On Hold: SEC, Binance Agree to 60-Day Pause in Lawsuit
A legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and cryptocurrency exchange giant Binance is temporarily on hold. The SEC and Binance filed a joint motion […]
McDonald’s Rejects Bitcoin Proposal: SEC Backs Decision
McDonald’s legal team has requested assurance from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that ignoring a proposed bitcoin investment wouldn’t lead to legal repercussions. The request followed a […]
Ripple Lawsuit Officially Ends: SEC & Ripple Reach Agreement to Halt Proceedings
After a four-year legal struggle, Ripple Labs has reached an agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The parties have chosen to suspend their case, ending the […]
Binance and SEC Extend Judicial Truce: 60 Days to Negotiate
The legal battle between Binance and the SEC continues, but a significant development has occurred. Both parties have requested an extension of their judicial stay for another 60 […]
SEC Clears Bill Hinman in Ethics Probe, Raising New Questions About Crypto Regulation
After years of investigation and debate, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded that former Director of Corporation Finance Bill Hinman is not guilty of any […]
SEC Proposes Temporary Regulatory Sandbox for Crypto Trading
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may implement a temporary regulatory sandbox to accelerate innovation in the crypto space. Acting Chair Mark Uyeda proposed this approach during […]
SEC and Binance Request Extension to Lawsuit, Aiming for Resolution Outside Court
The SEC and Binance have sought an extension of 60 days in their ongoing lawsuit, citing productive discussions as the key motivation for this pause. This move is […]