Jesse Hamilton
Jesse Hamilton is CoinDesk's deputy managing editor on the Global Policy and Regulation team, based in Washington, D.C. Before joining CoinDesk in 2022, he worked for more than a decade covering Wall Street regulation at Bloomberg News and Businessweek, writing about the early whisperings among federal agencies trying to decide what to do about crypto. He’s won several national honors in his reporting career, including from his time as a war correspondent in Iraq and as a police reporter for newspapers. Jesse is a graduate of Western Washington University, where he studied journalism and history. He has no crypto holdings.
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Kalshi Faces Legal Challenges Amid U.S. Prediction Market Regulatory Disputes
Kalshi, a prediction market platform, is navigating multiple legal battles across the United States as it challenges state authorities over its operations. The legal uncertainty has intensified as Kalshi seeks clarification from the U.S. Supreme Court concerning whether its activities constitute gambling or trading derivatives, according to CoinDesk.
yesterday·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
U.S. Senators Introduce Bill to Protect Domestic AI Technology from Foreign Threats
Republican Senators Tim Scott and Bill Hagerty have introduced a bill aimed at shielding U.S. artificial intelligence technologies from foreign adversaries, as reported by CoinDesk. The proposed legislation would enhance the U.S. Commerce Department's powers to block related technology transactions linked to nations deemed threats to national security.
6 days ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
SEC Seeks Comments on Novel ETFs, Potential Regulatory Overhaul Ahead
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is opening a 60-day comment period to reassess its policies on novel exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including those related to cryptocurrencies. This initiative may lead to broader asset inclusion within ETFs, reflecting changing market dynamics, according to CoinDesk.
6 days ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Miles Guo Sentenced to 30 Years for $1 Billion Cryptocurrency Fraud
Chinese businessman Miles Guo receives a 30-year prison sentence for orchestrating a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme involving Himalaya Coin, known as H-Coin. His sentencing follows a 2024 conviction on multiple charges, including fraud and money laundering, as reported by CoinDesk.
6 days ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
White House Engages Law Enforcement to Address Crypto Clarity Act Concerns
The White House plans a meeting with law enforcement groups to address issues surrounding the Senate's Crypto Clarity Act, particularly its provisions on illicit finance. CoinDesk reports that law enforcement representatives have raised objections to the bill's protections for developers involved in decentralized finance projects, while industry advocates argue for its necessity.
7 days ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Maxine Waters Criticizes Proposal for Crypto in 401(k) Plans
Maxine Waters, a prominent U.S. House Democrat, urges the Department of Labor to withdraw its plan allowing crypto in 401(k) accounts. In an 11-page letter, she criticizes the proposal as unsafe for ordinary investors, citing ongoing regulatory challenges, according to CoinDesk.
last week·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Post-Prison CZ Reflects on Lessons Learned and Future Plans
Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, former CEO of Binance, claims his prison experience helped build character and did not harm his business prospects. He emphasizes that his guilty plea for Bank Secrecy Act violations has not deterred potential partners, and he is focused on investment rather than returning to a CEO role, according to a CoinDesk interview.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Trump Cancels CBDC Ban Signing, Pushes for Election Legislation
President Donald Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill that included a four-year ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDC) as he demands the passing of the SAVE America Act, focusing on voter identification. CoinDesk reports that this delay could impact the timeline for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, crucial for the crypto industry.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Crypto PAC Supports Adrian Boafo's Maryland Primary Win with $5.5 Million
Adrian Boafo, a Democratic state delegate in Maryland, receives $5.5 million in backing from the Fairshake super PAC for his successful primary campaign. The support from the crypto industry highlights the increasing political influence of cryptocurrency advocates, as reported by CoinDesk.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Clarity Act Faces Uncertain Path as Senate Negotiations Continue
As the Clarity Act advances through the U.S. Senate, significant unresolved issues remain before a potential vote in July. Crypto lobbyists are actively engaging lawmakers while navigating political complexities, including ties to former President Trump, according to CoinDesk.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
U.S. Senate Passes Housing Bill Featuring CBDC Ban
The U.S. Senate has approved a housing bill that includes a four-year ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), as reported by CoinDesk. The measure is part of a bipartisan effort, with hopes that the House of Representatives will follow suit and send it to President Donald Trump for signature.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
U.S. Lobby Groups Push for Tax Bill on Mining and Staking Assets
U.S. crypto advocacy groups are urging the House of Representatives to advance a bill clarifying the tax treatment of assets from mining and staking, according to CoinDesk. Representative Mike Carey's bill aims to provide miners with the option to defer taxation on newly acquired assets, addressing a key industry concern.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Celsius Founder Alexander Mashinsky Banned by U.S. CFTC
Alexander Mashinsky, the former CEO of Celsius, is now officially banned from engaging in commodities activities following a ruling from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, according to CoinDesk. This decision concludes a lengthy case stemming from his prior convictions for fraud, for which he is also serving a 12-year prison sentence.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
U.S. Regulators Propose New Rules for Stablecoin Customer Identification
U.S. financial regulators, including the Federal Reserve and Treasury, propose a new rule requiring stablecoin issuers to implement customer identification standards similar to those for banks, according to a report by CoinDesk. This initiative stems from the GENIUS Act, which aims to enhance regulatory oversight of stablecoin activities to prevent illicit finance.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Kentucky Sues Prediction Markets Kalshi and Polymarket
Kentucky has filed lawsuits against prediction market companies Kalshi and Polymarket, alleging they operate illegal sports betting without the necessary licenses. The state aligns itself against the stance of President Donald Trump, who supports federal regulation over state-level oversight, according to CoinDesk.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Barry Moore Wins Alabama GOP Primary Backed by Crypto PAC
U.S. Senate candidate Barry Moore secures victory in Alabama's GOP primary with over $12 million in support from the crypto super PAC Fairshake. This success further underscores the growing influence of crypto interests in political funding, as reported by CoinDesk.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
SEC Plans Tokenization Exemption, but Lacks Full Regulatory Strength
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's upcoming "innovation exemption" for tokenization may not offer the regulatory resilience desired by the crypto sector, according to former SEC lawyers, as reported by CoinDesk. The SEC aims to provide temporary exemptions for businesses engaging in tokenized securities, but the legitimacy and permanence of this policy remain uncertain.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
U.S. House Bill Proposes New Federal Task Force for Cryptocurrency Theft
A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to establish a federal task force to tackle cryptocurrency theft, enlisting several federal agencies. The proposed Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Task Force would be coordinated by the U.S. attorney general, as reported by CoinDesk.
4 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
