Includes news and discussions about regulatory measures, legal challenges, and the legal environment affecting cryptocurrencies.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved NYSE Arca’s amendment for Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust ETFs to trade under new generic listing standards, enhancing trading efficiency and transparency. #Update #Crypto $ETH
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, led by acting chief Caroline Pham, is seeking industry input on using stablecoins as tokenized collateral in derivatives markets until October 20. #Update #Crypto $USDC
@Hashdex has filed with the SEC to expand its Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF to include $SOL, $ADA, and $XRP, following new generic listing standards approved on Sept. 17. #Update #Crypto $SOL $ADA $XRP
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has launched an initiative allowing tokenized collateral, including stablecoins, in U.S. derivatives markets, aiming to modernize collateral management and enhance market efficiency. #Update #Crypto $USDC
The SEC approved NYSE Arca’s proposal to list Grayscale’s Ethereum Trusts under new generic Rule 8.201-E, simplifying ETF processes and signaling market acceptance. #Update #Crypto $ETH
Ghana’s Central Bank will regulate and license cryptocurrency platforms by September 2025, enabling tax collection and enhancing trade amid significant $3 billion in crypto trades from July 2023 to June 2024. #Update #Crypto $BTC
The US SEC is developing an “innovation exemption” to expedite digital asset product approvals by year-end, according to Chair Paul Atkins, following the recent launch of a multi-asset crypto ETP. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH $XRP $SOL $ADA
@Lamina1 partners with @Consensys’ Linea to enhance creator-owned media on Ethereum, launching Spaces for interactive storytelling. Over 150K active addresses reported since 2022. #Update #Crypto $ETH
Prominent lawyer Bill Morgan asserts that XRP’s price stagnation can no longer be attributed to the lawsuit, following Ripple’s $125 million settlement payment. Regulatory clarity now demands adoption and innovation. #Update #Crypto $XRP
US lawmakers press SEC to implement Trump’s 401(k) crypto directive, potentially unlocking retirement access to assets like $BTC and $ETH. House Committee on Financial Services Chairman French Hill leads the charge. #Update #Crypto $BTC
US lawmakers urge SEC Chair Paul Atkins to expedite crypto investments in 401(k) plans, potentially unlocking $93 billion from the $9.3 trillion retirement market. #Update #Crypto $BTC
US lawmakers urge the SEC to clarify its stance on President Trump’s 2025 executive order allowing crypto in 401(k) plans, potentially unlocking access to over $9 trillion. #Update #Legal
The trial of Zhimin Qian, accused of laundering $7 billion into Bitcoin through a Ponzi scheme, begins in London on September 29. Legal complexities challenge UK prosecutors. #Breaking #Legal
The Federal Reserve’s 0.25% interest rate cut is expected to boost $BTC and $ETH markets, while $SOL attracts over $2 billion in institutional investments. The SEC eases ETF rules for altcoins like $XRP. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH $SOL
