SEC’s Shift: Easing the Path for Tokenized Securities The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is steering towards a more crypto-friendly horizon, with plans to ease the regulatory grip on companies issuing digital tokens tied to real-world assets. This move, highlighted by SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, could mark a pivotal change in the landscape of […]
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SEC’s Paul Atkins Leads Friday Crypto Custody Roundtable Amid Regulation Shift Newly-confirmed SEC Chair Paul Atkins is set to lead a crucial roundtable on crypto custody this Friday, marking a significant shift from the agency’s previous enforcement-heavy approach to a more collaborative regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency sector. SEC Chair Paul Atkins to lead crypto […]
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Crypto-friendly Paul Atkins Sworn in as 34th U.S. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins appointed as 34th SEC Chairman on April 21, 2025. Nominated by President Donald Trump, confirmed by the Senate. Former SEC commissioner, blockchain and fintech advocate. Expected to foster a more cooperative regulatory environment for crypto. Paul S. Atkins has officially taken the helm […]
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Senate Banking Committee Approves Paul Atkins as SEC Chair Amid Crypto Regulatory Discussions The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has approved Paul Atkins as the next Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Jonathan Gould as the official who oversees national banks, known as the Comptroller of the Currency. These nominations are now headed […]
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Trump’s SEC Pick Signals Pro-Crypto Shift, Faces Senate Scrutiny President Trump’s nomination of Paul Atkins as the next SEC chair has ignited hope among crypto enthusiasts for a more supportive regulatory environment. Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, outlined his vision for a “clear and fair” approach to crypto regulation during his Senate confirmation hearing, contrasting […]
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Sen. Warren Challenges SEC Nominee Paul Atkins Over FTX Ties and Regulatory Concerns Sen. Elizabeth Warren has confronted SEC Chair nominee Paul Atkins about his ties to the now-defunct FTX and his broader affiliations within the crypto industry. In a letter sent before Atkins’ confirmation hearing on March 27, 2025, Warren expressed deep concerns about […]
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Crypto Indexes: The Next Big Thing in Digital Asset Investment? Crypto indexes may revolutionize how we invest in digital assets, simplifying the process while navigating regulatory hurdles. With the SEC’s recent delay on Bitwise’s ETF application and political shifts on the horizon, the future of crypto indexes remains a hot topic. SEC delays decision on […]
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Will Non-Fraud Cases Be Dropped Under New SEC Chair? Insights from Amanda Tuminelli Amanda Tuminelli, Chief Legal Officer at the Defi Education Fund, recently shared her insights on the Thinking Crypto podcast, discussing the IRS’s new tax reporting rule and its potential impact on the DeFi industry. The rule, finalized on December 27th, has sparked […]
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In a bold reminder of the ongoing cybersecurity threats facing the crypto world, Sheila Warren, the outgoing CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation, had her Twitter account hacked to promote the $SPELL token, a known scam. The Crypto Council rapidly responded by alerting followers and warning them against engaging with the fraudulent links. Sheila […]
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Could Dogecoin See Its Own Spot ETF? The Crypto World Anticipates the Political Shift With the hint of a Dogecoin spot ETF filing, the dynamic world of cryptocurrencies is buzzing with curiosity. The potential political shift towards a Trump presidency and the possible appointment of Paul Atkins as SEC chair could be pivotal for this […]
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