US Makes Crypto Trading a Top Priority as CFTC Expands Market Oversight

The U.S. is advancing a top federal priority as the CFTC launches its next initiative to expand digital asset market access and fast-track regulated crypto trading. CFTC Launches Next Crypto Sprint Initiative to Expand Digital Asset Market Access U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham announced on Aug. 21, 2025, that … Read more

Ripple CEO Declares ‘New Dawn’ for Crypto With Policy Talks Turning Radically Bullish

U.S. crypto sentiment is shifting fast as policymakers lean into blockchain innovation, with Ripple’s CEO calling the regulatory tone “dramatic” after high-level industry discussions. Ripple CEO Signals Seismic Shift in US Crypto Sentiment Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse emphasized on social media platform X on Aug. 22 that discussions at the second annual Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, … Read more

Argentina Pioneers Stock Tokenization Under Regulatory Sandbox

The national securities watchdog, the CNV, passed a resolution expanding the existing tokenization regime to include the digitalization of national and foreign stocks in Argentina, pioneering the official use of the technology in Latin America. Argentina Implements Tokenization to Include Stocks in New Securities Regime Several countries are rushing to incorporate digital assets into their … Read more

Trump Wants to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook

The president is demanding Cook’s resignation over what one Trump official describes as “mortgage fraud.” Fed Governor Lisa Cook Now in Trump’s Crosshairs “Lisa Cook is cooked.” Those are the words of Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The 37-year-old Republican is leading a campaign to ouster U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Lisa … Read more

SEC Chair Drives Urgent Push to Implement Crypto Priorities and Overhaul IPO Rules

The SEC is charging into the digital future, launching a full-scale push to regulate crypto, streamline IPOs, and lock in U.S. dominance in digital asset markets. SEC Follows Clear Crypto Mandate—Future-Proofing Begins Now U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins outlined his crypto regulatory priorities Tuesday at the SALT Conference’s Wyoming Blockchain Symposium … Read more

Illinois Governor Accuses Trump of Letting ‘Crypto Bros Write Federal Policy’

The Prairie State passed landmark legislation on Monday designed to regulate digital assets and crypto ATMs. JB Pritzker Slams Trump’s Approach to Crypto Policy Democratic Illinois Governor Jay Robert “JB” Pritzker signed two pieces of crypto legislation into law on Monday, then turned around and used the opportunity to slam U.S. President Donald Trump for … Read more

Thailand Launches Digital Asset Payments Pilot to Stimulate Travel and Economy

Thailand is rolling out a landmark crypto-to-baht conversion system for tourists, fusing digital asset regulation with e-money infrastructure to energize spending and boost tourism. Thailand Introduces Controlled Crypto Conversion for Boosting Travel Economy The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO), and the … Read more

SEC Taps Into Early Crypto Projects With Direct Outreach to Shape New Rules

The SEC is launching direct engagement with early-stage blockchain startups, signaling a major regulatory shift toward proactive dialogue, compliance clarity, and stronger U.S. leadership in crypto. SEC Opens Direct Channels to Blockchain Builders The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is increasing its outreach to the digital asset industry, focusing more closely on early-stage blockchain … Read more

GENIUS Act Triggers Treasury Request for Anti-Money Laundering Tech Feedback

The U.S. Treasury Department is soliciting public input until Oct. 17, 2025, on cutting-edge technologies to combat money laundering and sanctions evasion involving digital assets like stablecoins, fulfilling a mandate of the recently enacted GENIUS Act signed by President Trump. Treasury Opens Public Feedback on Fighting Crypto Crime Under New Stablecoin Law Published on Aug. … Read more

Fed Kills Crypto Crackdown Program With Quiet Bomb Drop on Banking Oversight

The Federal Reserve just dismantled its targeted crypto oversight, clearing the runway for banks to re-enter digital assets under streamlined rules and unleashing fintech innovation nationwide. Federal Reserve Just Pulled the Plug on Crypto Crackdown Machine The U.S. Federal Reserve Board announced on Aug. 15, 2025, that it will end its Novel Activities Supervision Program … Read more