Trump Mobilizes US Agencies for Crypto Growth—Coinbase Hails ‘Unprecedented’ Move

Coinbase’s CEO called Trump’s push to direct U.S. agencies toward crypto innovation “unprecedented,” framing it as pivotal for global adoption and transformative financial change. Coinbase CEO on Trump’s Unprecedented Move to Direct US Agencies for Crypto Cryptocurrency took center stage last week during the “Crypto at a Crossroads” session at the World Economic Forum Annual … Read more

US Lawmakers Back Trump’s Bold Crypto Orders for US Leadership

Key lawmakers back President Trump’s bold move on digital assets, signaling a seismic shift in U.S. financial policy and innovation leadership. Lawmakers Hail Executive Orders on Digital Assets House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill and Digital Assets Subcommittee Chairman Bryan Steil have applauded President Donald Trump for his recent Executive Orders on digital financial … Read more

Ripple Execs Hint at Game-Changing Crypto Policies After DC Events

Ripple executives express bullish optimism on cryptocurrency’s growing influence in U.S. policy, hailing Washington’s excitement for blockchain’s transformative potential and a pro-innovation regulatory shift. Ripple Execs Celebrate Crypto’s Growing Role in U.S. Policy Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse took to social media platform X this week to share his enthusiasm following a series of high-profile events … Read more

Trump’s Executive Order Rejects CBDCs, Considers Crypto Reserves, and Aims to Revamp Regulations

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at elevating America’s leadership in digital asset innovation and blockchain technology. Issued on Jan. 23, 2025, this directive outlines a vision to cultivate a responsible digital economy, refine regulatory frameworks, and safeguard financial independence. Trump Signs Executive Order Advancing U.S. Leadership in Digital Assets The Executive … Read more

CFTC Names New Leader to Drive Crypto and Digital Asset Oversight

The CFTC’s new leadership will prioritize cryptocurrency, defi, and digital asset oversight, signaling a shift in regulatory focus toward innovation and market engagement. CFTC and SEC Leadership Transitions Mark Crypto Policy Shift Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on Jan. 22 significant leadership changes, underscoring the agency’s … Read more

US Lawmakers Unite to Block IRS Rule Threatening Defi and Crypto Innovation

Lawmakers are pushing back on a Biden administration rule redefining decentralized finance participants as “brokers,” warning it risks stifling U.S. cryptocurrency innovation and driving it overseas. Biden’s Crypto Rule Sparks Backlash: Will It Push Blockchain Innovation Overseas? U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Representative Mike Carey (R-Ohio) have introduced a joint resolution aimed at overturning … Read more

Okx Exchange Receives MiCA Pre-Authorization

The pre-authorization for Okx brings it closer to obtaining a complete MiCA license after establishing a dedicated MiCA hub in Malta. Okx Inches Closer to Full MiCA License Okx Exchange has announced the receipt of Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) pre-authorization for Virtual Financial Assets (VFA). This is a precursor to obtaining a full MiCA … Read more

Taiwan to Unveil Draft Bill Allowing Banks to Issue Stablecoins

The Taiwanese financial regulator plans to unveil a draft bill for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in June, which includes a proposal allowing banks to issue stablecoins. Joint Management of Stablecoins The Taiwanese Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is set to unveil a draft bill for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in June. According to a … Read more

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