The Day the SEC Quietly Surrendered to Crypto

Last week, SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins quietly dropped what should have been the biggest headline in crypto this year: “Most crypto assets are not securities,” he said, in sharp contrast to the SEC’s long-standing position. The markets didn’t blink, but the implications are seismic. The following opinion editorial was written by Joseph Collement, Chief Legal … Read more

Fed Survey Signals Structural Breakdown in US Credit System

Warning signs emerged in the July 2025 Federal Reserve lending survey, revealing entrenched structural stress across U.S. credit markets. Banks imposed tighter lending standards for nearly all categories, with business and consumer loan access deteriorating despite easing compared to 2024. Commercial and industrial credit dried up, particularly for small firms, as banks cited regulatory pressure, … Read more

Ron Paul Warns Nuclear Conflict Risk Is Surging With No Diplomatic Brake

Nuclear tensions are spiking as Washington abandons diplomacy for military posturing, with Ron Paul warning that reckless responses to rhetoric are reviving Cold War dangers. Nuclear Risks Climb as Washington Trades Dialogue for Deployment, Warns Ron Paul Former U.S. congressman and well-known advocate for liberty Ron Paul wrote in his weekly column, published on Aug. … Read more

US Moves Toward Onchain Future With Project Crypto Leading Market Overhaul

U.S. markets are charging into an onchain era as Project Crypto kicks off a sweeping transformation poised to redefine global finance, regulation, and capital market leadership. Regulators Set Stage for Onchain Markets With Project Crypto’s Vision to Rewire Finance Moving markets onchain is emerging as one of the most consequential shifts in modern financial infrastructure, … Read more

US Treasury Secretary Declares ‘Golden Age of Crypto’—Urges Builders to Flood In

The United States is unleashing a crypto renaissance, embracing blockchain innovation with sweeping regulatory clarity, massive institutional backing, and an open call for global Web3 dominance. US Enters Golden Age of Crypto With New Era of Regulation and Innovation U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on social media platform X on Aug. 1 that the … Read more

Trump Slaps Brazil and Canada With 50% and 35% Tariffs; Mexico Gets Breathing Room

President Donald Trump finally made tariffs against Brazil official, slapping the South American nation with a 50% levy on imports. In the same way, Trump also announced 35% tariffs on Canada, the U.S.’s second-largest trading partner, while Mexico obtained more time to discuss a better trade agreement. Trump Lashes Out at Brazil and Canada With … Read more

Tim Draper Applauds SEC’s Project Crypto—His All-Bitcoin Vision Nears Reality

Tim Draper backed the SEC’s Project Crypto, calling it a breakthrough toward an all-bitcoin economy powered by blockchain-based accounting, smart contracts, and tokenized finance. SEC’s Project Crypto May Realize Tim Draper’s Dream of All-Bitcoin Market Systems Venture capitalist Tim Draper praised “Project Crypto” on social media platform X on July 31, shortly after U.S. Securities … Read more

US Lawmakers Travel to Argentina: Local Crypto Ecosystem Examined

A group of U.S. lawmakers traveled to Argentina and met with President Javier Milei and other local crypto organizations to examine how the local ecosystem operates. The trip aimed to discuss regulation and identify joint challenges related to stablecoin adoption. U.S. Lawmakers Visit Argentina to Study Crypto Regulation and Discuss Adoption Argentina, a country known … Read more

Senate Committee Proposes Digital Asset Regulations

The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs has released a Discussion Draft aimed at clarifying the regulatory landscape for digital assets. While still in early stages, the proposal signals a significant shift in how Congress may approach oversight of crypto markets, stablecoins, and digital asset intermediaries. The draft echoes several bipartisan efforts … Read more

US Senator Pushes Bill to Include Crypto in Mortgage Eligibility

A groundbreaking bill forces federal mortgage giants to recognize digital assets in loan decisions, unlocking homeownership for crypto holders without requiring conversion to cash. New Bill From Senator Lummis Puts Crypto Into US Housing Finance Equation U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) unveiled the 21st Century Mortgage Act on July 29, aiming to modernize federal mortgage … Read more