SEC Launches Innovation Exemption by Year-End
@SEC_News Chair Paul Atkins aims to formalize an “innovation exemption” for digital assets by early 2026, despite the government shutdown hampering progress. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
Regulatory & Legal
Includes news and discussions about regulatory measures, legal challenges, and the legal environment affecting cryptocurrencies.
XRP Soars After Landmark Legal Victory
XRP’s recent legal victory has significantly boosted investor confidence, making it a top choice among those seeking regulated and liquid crypto assets. #Update #Crypto $XRP
SEC-Registered Infrastructure Secured by Ondo
Ondo Finance secures SEC-registered infrastructure by acquiring Oasis Pro, enhancing its DeFi capabilities. #Update #DeFi
Bitcoin Matures: Privacy and Regulation
EY’s Paul Brody emphasizes privacy as essential for institutional crypto adoption; Tether co-founder Reeve Collins introduces transparent stablecoin model. #Update #Crypto
SEC Slammed by 30 Crypto ETF Filings
Over 30 cryptocurrency ETF filings hit the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in a single day, signaling Wall Street’s major push into digital assets. #Update #Crypto $BTC
SEC Rules BAYC NFTs Not Securities
A U.S. federal judge dismissed a class-action suit, ruling @YugaLabs’ Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs aren’t securities under the Howey test. #Update #Legal
SEC Rules Bored Ape NFTs Non-Securities
A California judge ruled Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs by @YugaLabs are not securities, dismissing a class-action lawsuit. Prices remain down 90% from peak. #Update #Legal
SEC Approves Nigerian Digital Currency Framework
Nigerian Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso announces collaboration with Nigeria’s SEC to develop a sustainable digital currency framework. #Update #Crypto
Bitcoin Fraud: Thai Arrests $580M Suspect
Thai authorities arrested a Portuguese national accused of orchestrating a $586M cryptocurrency fraud scheme. Arrest follows journalist’s tip. #Breaking #Legal
Bitcoin ETF Launches with Nasdaq SEC Filing
@BlackRock’s Bitcoin Premium Income ETF is set to list on Nasdaq, designed to generate income via covered call strategies, differing from the traditional Bitcoin ETF. BTC price currently holds above $114K. #Update #Crypto $BTC
SEC No-Action Letter Boosts Blockchain Growth
SEC supports decentralized infrastructure innovation as DePIN tokens gain legitimacy, while Commissioner Peirce warns overreach could stifle market innovation. #Update #Blockchain
SEC Approval Sought for BitMine ETF
REXShares seeks SEC approval to launch BitMine Growth and Income ETF, providing investors direct exposure to BMNR stock. #Update #ETF
Grayscale Launches IPO Amid Legal Battles
Barry Silbert prepares for Grayscale’s IPO in 2025 amid legal challenges from Genesis’ bankruptcy, facing accusations from the Winklevoss twins about trust erosion in crypto. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Binance Prioritizes Compliance in Asia Strategy
Sei expands in Asia using Japan’s licensing, securing listings on Binance and OKX Japan, leveraging USDC and tokenization with Apollo. #Update #Crypto $SEI