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The Blockchain Association is urging Congress to support a measure sponsored by Sen. Ted Cruz that aims to overturn the Internal Revenue Service’s decentralized finance broker rule. Broker Rule Threatens U.S. DeFi Leadership The Blockchain Association has urged the U.S. Congress to pass a measure sponsored by Senator Ted Cruz that seeks to “overturn the … Read more
Coinbase is urging Congress to act fast, outlining six priorities to fix broken crypto laws, protect consumers, and stop blockchain innovation from fleeing overseas. 6 Priorities Coinbase Is Pushing to Fix America’s Broken Crypto Law Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) is urging Congress to take action on crypto regulation, outlining six “key legislative priorities” needed … Read more
Crypto leaders are rallying behind Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative, offering bold suggestions to curb SEC overreach, demand accountability, and push for pro-crypto regulatory reforms. Crypto Industry Challenges SEC Amid DOGE Initiative Crypto industry leaders, including executives from Coinbase and Ripple, have responded to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an initiative led by Elon Musk, … Read more
The SEC’s crypto enforcement is collapsing, with a former official predicting the agency will soon drop its Ripple appeal and halt all crypto-related cases. SEC’s Crypto War Collapses—Former Official Predicts Ripple Case Will Be Dropped John Reed Stark, former chief of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Office of Internet Enforcement, declared on social … Read more
Starting in the second half of the year, South Korea will allow certain institutional investors, including listed companies, to open virtual asset trading accounts. Risks of Institutional Participation South Korea will allow certain institutional investors to open virtual asset trading accounts starting in the second half of the year, the country’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) … Read more
India’s ED seizes $198 million in crypto linked to Bitconnect’s infamous Ponzi scheme. A global fraud, high returns promised, and digital assets hidden—here’s the full story. India Seizes $198M in Crypto in Bitconnect Fraud Probe India’s Directorate of Enforcement (ED) in Ahmedabad announced on Feb. 15 that it has seized cryptocurrencies worth Rs. 1,646 crore … Read more
The SEC is seeking candidates for its Investor Advisory Committee, emphasizing investor protection and regulatory priorities as it shifts toward a more pro-crypto stance under new leadership. Investor Advisory Committee to Shape SEC Policies—Who Will Join? The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on Feb. 14 that it is seeking candidates for its Investor … Read more
The SEC seeks a 28-day extension to respond to Coinbase’s appeal, citing ongoing crypto regulatory reviews. With a leadership shift under Trump, the agency’s stance on crypto is evolving. SEC Requests Extension in Coinbase Appeal The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a motion on Feb. 14, requesting a 28-day extension to respond to … Read more
Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) has issued a warning to investors and consumers about the risks of memecoins, which are highly speculative and volatile assets often subject to market manipulation. Memecoin Issuers Face VARA Scrutiny Dubai’s VARA has warned investors and consumers to be wary of advertisements promoting memecoins. In an alert issued Feb. … Read more
A U.S. representative has slammed President Trump and Elon Musk for dismantling consumer protections, warning they’ve turned crypto into a breeding ground for scams. Elon Musk’s ‘DOGE Bros’ Shutting Down Consumer Protections? Lawmaker Sounds the Alarm U.S. Representative Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) voiced strong concerns over the increasing prevalence of cryptocurrency scams during a House Financial … Read more