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Report: SEC Concludes Opensea Probe, Drops Enforcement Threat Over NFTs

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly ended its investigation into Opensea and will not pursue enforcement action against the non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace over allegations that its NFTs constituted unregistered securities, the company confirmed to Bloomberg this week. Following Coinbase, SEC Ends OpenSea Investigation Under Trump’s Regulatory Climate Opensea, a leading nonfungible … Read more

Coinbase Explains How They Beat the SEC—and What It Means for Crypto

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Coinbase’s CEO says winning against the SEC was crucial to protecting U.S. crypto, accusing the agency of overreach and political intimidation. Coinbase CEO Reveals Why Standing Up to the SEC Was Essential Following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to withdraw its lawsuit against Coinbase, CEO Brian Armstrong addressed the situation, explaining why … Read more

SEC Reshuffles Crypto Lawsuits—Is Ripple on the Verge of Legal Victory?

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The SEC is pausing lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase, sparking speculation on whether Ripple could be next—potentially signaling a shift toward clearer crypto regulations. Crypto Crackdown Unraveling? SEC Pauses Cases—But What About Ripple? The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is prioritizing cryptocurrency cases with imminent court deadlines while pausing others, Fox Business journalist Eleanor … Read more

SEC Overhauls Crypto Enforcement, Deploying New Cyber Unit

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The SEC’s new unit aims to crack down on crypto fraud, targeting scams and unauthorized account takeovers while promoting responsible digital asset growth. SEC Introduces Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit to Tackle Crypto Fraud The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the establishment of the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) to combat … Read more

SEC Backs Down: Crypto Industry Scores Landmark Victory

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The SEC’s decision to drop its dealer rule lawsuit appeal marks a major victory for the crypto industry, ending a legal battle over regulatory overreach and signaling change. A Win for the Crypto Industry The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has voluntarily dropped its appeal in the lawsuit challenging the dealer rule, securing a … Read more

Coinbase and Ripple Propose Big Changes as Elon Musk’s DOGE Targets SEC Reform

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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

Ripple’s Victory Is Near as SEC Backs Down—Former SEC Official Declares the Fight Over

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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

SEC Seeks New Voices for Advisory Committee Amid Crypto Pivot

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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

SEC Seeks More Time in Coinbase Battle as Crypto Rules Shift

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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

Former SEC Chief Talks Dismantling of Crypto Enforcement: ‘C’est La Vie and to the Moon’

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John Reed Stark, former SEC Chief of Internet Enforcement, stated that the recent pause in the case against Binance marks the start of the dismantling of the crypto initiatives in the commission, which will take a more relaxed and limited approach in this subject. Former SEC Chief Laments Agency’s New Crypto Direction, Acknowledges Trump Has … Read more

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