Consensys pushes back against regulatory ‘gaslighting’ with new sovereignty platform
Crypto companies have been “living in fear in a gas-lit world for a long time,” said Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin. Go to Source
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Former SEC Chair Expects Pro-Crypto Shift in Trump Administration
Former SEC chairman predicts Trump’s administration could drive crypto-friendly legislation, easing regulatory constraints and fostering innovation within the digital asset industry. SEC Shake-Up: Could Trump’s Team Transform Crypto Legislation? Ex-SEC Chief Weighs In Jay Clayton, former chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), said on Wednesday that cryptocurrency legislation is likely to emerge … Read more
Is Gensler Resigning: SEC Chair’s Cryptic Remarks Ignite Exit Speculation
SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s reflection on his tenure has fueled speculation he may step down before Trump’s administration can move to replace him. ‘It’s Been a Great Honor to Serve…’ U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler reiterated the agency’s focus on enforcing compliance within cryptocurrency markets on Thursday in a speech at … Read more
Trump picks ex-SEC chair Jay Clayton as US Attorney for Manhattan
Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton has been given a new role by President-elect Donald Trump, who will be inaugurated on Jan. 20. Go to Source
18 States Sue SEC, Gensler, Commissioners in Unprecedented Crypto Regulation Battle
Eighteen states have sued the SEC, Chair Gary Gensler, and all SEC commissioners, alleging that overreach in crypto regulation infringes on state rights and hampers industry growth. 18 States Sue SEC, Gensler, and All Commissioners Over Alleged Overreach in Cryptocurrency Regulation Eighteen U.S. states have sued the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), its Chair Gary … Read more
18 US states file lawsuit against SEC and Gary Gensler
President-elect Trump has vowed to fire SEC Chairman Gary Gensler and replace him with a more crypto-friendly SEC head. Go to Source
SEC chair doubles down on crypto stance under threat of Trump ousting
Gary Gensler did not say he would leave the SEC before Donald Trump took office but pointed to the commission’s record on crypto enforcement and approving ETFs. Go to Source
Crypto community hopeful about new Senate leader John Thune
Not endorsed by Donald Trump, Senator John Thune defeated the Elon Musk-supported Senator Rick Scott to become the new Senate majority leader. Go to Source
SEC Crypto Litigation Releases – October 2024
The SEC has escalated its crackdown on crypto market manipulation, filing charges against multiple market makers and individuals for allegedly using deceptive tactics—such as wash trading and volume inflation—to mislead investors about the demand for various crypto assets marketed as securities. The following opinion editorial was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. … Read more
Trump hints at pushing through SEC chair with recess appointment
The Republican promised to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler “on day one,” but a tweet suggested he would also attempt to circumvent the Senate confirmation process for a replacement. Go to Source