Tag
#sec
52 stories
Supreme Court Ruling Allows Trump to Dismiss SEC, CFTC Commissioners
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump can fire commissioners of key regulatory agencies like the SEC and CFTC at will. This decision, which overturns nearly a century of precedent, could influence ongoing negotiations on crypto regulation, according to Decrypt.
3 hours ago·Decrypt·Reported by Sander Lutz
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.
3 days ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
South Korean Officials Meet SEC to Discuss Unified Crypto Regulations
On June 24, 2026, a delegation of South Korean officials and digital asset stakeholders met with the SEC's task force to discuss future regulatory frameworks. This meeting reflects the impact of U.S. regulatory decisions on South Korea's approach to digital assets, especially following local scandals, according to Decrypt.
5 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
SEC Delays Tokenized Stocks; Experts Urge for Better Compliance Systems
The SEC's recent postponement of plans to allow tokenized U.S. stocks has stirred discussions about the need for improved compliance systems, according to CoinDesk. Dr. Ravishankar Chamarajnagar argues that current systems are inadequate for real-time market dynamics, potentially endangering investors.
6 days ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Dr. Ravishankar Chamarajnagar
CFTC Permanently Bans Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky From Trading
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has permanently barred Alex Mashinsky, founder of Celsius, from trading in its markets following his conviction for securities and commodities fraud, according to Decrypt. Mashinsky is also facing a $10 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission for his role in the cryptocurrency lending platform's collapse.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by Logan Hitchcock
SEC Approves T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF for NYSE Arca Listing
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has authorized the listing of the T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF on NYSE Arca, according to Crypto Adventure. This approval allows T. Rowe Price, a major player in active asset management, to offer a diversified investment product in the cryptocurrency market.
2 weeks ago·Crypto Adventure·Reported by Marius Bogdan Dinu
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.
2 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Gary Gensler Argues Prediction Markets Should Abide by State Regulations
Former SEC and CFTC Chair Gary Gensler argues in an amicus brief that sports-related prediction markets violate state regulations, as reported by CoinDesk. Gensler's filing alongside various organizations contends that federal law does not grant the CFTC authority over these markets, which impacts revenue collection and regulation oversight across multiple states.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Nikhilesh De
Philippines Central Bank Addresses Binance's License Issues Amid Market Re-entry Efforts
The central bank of the Philippines has stated that Binance and its local partner, BlockShoals, lack the necessary licenses to operate as virtual asset service providers (VASP) in the country. According to CoinDesk, the central bank emphasized that participation in the SEC’s StratBox sandbox does not substitute for a VASP license, complicating Binance's attempts to re-enter the market.
3 weeks ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Omkar Godbole
SEC Approves Securitize's Registration for NYSE Listing
Securitize has received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for its Form S-4 registration statement related to its merger with Cantor Equity Partners II, as reported by Crypto Adventure. This regulatory step allows the transaction to proceed toward a shareholder vote, although it does not finalize the deal itself.
3 weeks ago·Crypto Adventure·Reported by Iulian Lesanu
SEC Files Suit Against Texas Man Over Alleged $12.3 Million AI Crypto Investment Scam
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Nathan Fuller from Texas, alleging that he raised approximately $12.3 million from around 150 investors through a fraudulent crypto scheme based on false AI trading bots, according to CoinDesk.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Francisco Rodrigues
Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky Seeks to Overturn 12-Year Fraud Sentence
Alex Mashinsky has filed a motion to vacate his 12-year prison sentence for fraud, citing ineffective legal counsel and conflicts of interest. His claims connect to the broader issues in the cryptocurrency space, particularly regarding ties to former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, as reported by Decrypt.
last month·Decrypt·Reported by Logan Hitchcock
CFTC Needs More Resources, Says Brookings Fellow on Clarity Act
As Congress debates the Clarity Act, Brookings Fellow Aaron Klein highlights the need for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to gain more resources and coordination to effectively oversee digital markets, according to CoinDesk. He warns that granting the agency additional powers without proper support may lead to ineffective regulation.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by AI Boost
CFTC Approves First Regulated Bitcoin Perpetual Futures in U.S.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has approved bitcoin perpetual futures contracts for the first time on a regulated exchange, marking a significant development in U.S. crypto regulations, according to CoinDesk. CFTC Chairman Mike Selig described the approval as a key step in promoting the U.S. as a leader in the global crypto space.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Jesse Hamilton
Paxos Receives SEC Approval for Blockchain-Based Clearing of U.S. Stocks
Paxos Securities Settlement Company, LLC has obtained approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide clearing and settlement services for U.S. equities on blockchain technology, marking it the first such designated central securities depository. This development positions Paxos as a competitive alternative to traditional clearinghouses like the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, according to CoinDesk.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Olivier Acuna
Hester Peirce Warns Regulators Against Misinterpreting Crypto Privacy
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce cautions that viewing crypto privacy tools as indicators of criminal intent undermines user rights. She asserts the need for stronger protections from financial surveillance, emphasizing that safeguarding privacy should be standard practice, as reported by Crypto Adventure.
last month·Crypto Adventure·Reported by Gianluca Longinotti
Paxos Secures SEC Registration as Clearing Agency
Paxos announces its registration as a clearing agency under the SEC, marking it as the first blockchain-native firm to achieve this distinction. The news was reported by The Block.
last month·The Block·Reported by Danny Park
FalconX Files Confidentially for IPO Amid Market Challenges
FalconX has confidentially submitted a draft S-1 registration statement with the SEC for a potential IPO and engaged Cantor as an advisor, according to CoinDesk. The firm, valued at $8 billion in 2022, serves institutional clients and plans to wait until the end of the year for market conditions to improve before proceeding with the listing.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Will Canny