US lawmakers cancel session to consider Caroline Crenshaw’s nomination
The update to the calendar makes it unlikely lawmakers will be able to vote on the SEC commissioner’s nomination before the next session of Congress. Go to Source
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Trump meets with Crypto.com CEO as firm drops SEC lawsuit
The cryptocurrency exchange filed a suit against the SEC in October after receiving a Wells notice, but dropped it the same day its CEO met with the US President-elect. Go to Source
Trump Doubles Down on Regulation Cuts—Plans to Slash 10 Rules per New Policy
Donald Trump unveils an aggressive plan to slash 10 regulations for every new one, promising unprecedented deregulation to spur jobs, innovation, and economic growth. Regulation Overhaul: Trump’s Ambitious 10-for-1 Cut Strategy Explained U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is gearing up to initiate sweeping regulatory reforms across numerous industries, promising significant changes aimed at boosting economic growth. … Read more
US lawmakers to make a last-ditch effort to confirm SEC commissioner
Caroline Crenshaw may still have one more chance to be confirmed for a second term as an SEC commissioner before the next session of Congress. Go to Source
NYDFS approves BitLicense for Anchorage Digital subsidiary
With the addition of Anchorage’s New York arm, the New York financial regulator has approved 34 companies since the BitLicense scheme launched in 2015. Go to Source
Canada’s finance minister resigns, citing ‘serious challenges’ from US
Chrystia Freeland said she would remain a member of Canada’s parliament but had resigned from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet. Go to Source
Congress Shakeup: New Committee Chair Fuels Crypto Bulls With Digital Asset Agenda
Rep. French Hill’s election as House Financial Services Committee Chair signals a bullish outlook for crypto investors, with promises of regulatory clarity and innovation-friendly policies ahead. Digital Assets and Fintech Face a Turning Point With Committee’s New Chair Congressman French Hill (R-AR) has been elected as the next Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, … Read more
Elon Musk’s SEC Feud Sparks Outrage: Ripple, Ramaswamy, Palihapitiya Slam Corrupt Tactics
Elon Musk’s SEC battle has drawn criticism from Ripple’s legal chief, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Chamath Palihapitiya, who accuse the regulator of corruption, coercion, and partisan overreach. SEC Faces Backlash Over Elon Musk Case: Ripple’s Legal Chief Weighs in Elon Musk’s ongoing battles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have sparked fresh debates over … Read more
South African Regulator Grants 248 Crypto Licenses, Rejects 9 Applications
The South African financial regulator has issued 248 of the crypto asset service provider licenses it has received to date. 9 Applications Rejected The South African financial regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), has issued a total of 248 crypto asset service provider (CASP) licenses from the 420 applications it received. According to a … Read more
US Senator: New Treasury Secretary Will Champion Digital Assets
A senator hails Scott Bessent as a champion for digital assets, backing his Treasury Secretary nomination to advance a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and reshape U.S. fiscal policy. The Pro-Crypto Leader Poised to Shape US Fiscal Policy U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) has voiced firm backing for President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of hedge fund manager Scott … Read more