Hedge funds betting on SEC greenlighting spot Ethereum ETFs – VanEck

VanEck head of digital assets research Matthew Sigel believes financial institutions are gearing up for the imminent launch of spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US despite the funds pending regulatory approval. дальше »

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SEC slashes Ripple penalty to $102 million

The SEC has cut its settlement demand for Ripple from $2B to $102.6M, following legal debates and comparisons to similar financial cases. The post SEC slashes Ripple penalty to $102 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Ripple calls SEC penalty disproportionate compared to Terraform Labs

Crypto firm Ripple has referenced the recent settlement between the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Terraform Labs to challenge the financial regulator’s proposed $2 billion penalty. дальше »

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Ethereum ETFs Brace For Sluggish Reception, JPMorgan Expects Modest $1-$3 Billion Inflows

According to a Bloomberg report, analysts suggest that the debut of the recently approved Ethereum ETFs in the US may generate significantly less demand than spot-Bitcoin products. Major financial institutions, including BlackRock and Fidelity, await final approvals from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list the long-awaited Ethereum funds. дальше »

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SEC Chief Gary Gensler Weighs In On Granting Approval To XRP, Solana, BONK ETFs After Ethereum

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Money 20/20: Monica Long says ‘SEC is not a friendly entryway for us in the US’

Monica Long, President of Ripple, joined Arjun Kharpal, Senior Correspondent for CNBC, at Money 20/20 to discuss the infrastructure needed for crypto implementation.  Their conversation centered around the theme of “Building Infrastructure Fundamentals,” which focused on traditional financial institutions’ perception… дальше »

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Joe Biden has vetoed bill aimed at overturning SEC crypto accounting standards

Biden vetoes bill targeting SEC crypto rules, citing concerns over regulatory authority. Crypto industry criticizes Biden’s decision, calls it setback for innovation and financial freedom. The veto raises questions about Biden’s stance on crypto regulation and engagement with industry. дальше »

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Biden Vetoes Congress’ Pro-Crypto Resolution, Supports SEC Stance

President Joe Biden vetoed a Congressional resolution to overturn the SEC's Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 (SAB 121), showing his administration's commitment to strict financial regulations. дальше »

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Lawmakers push Biden to approve SAB 121 overturn to allow regulated financial firms to hold crypto

Patrick McHenry and Cynthia Lummis led lawmakers urging Biden to reconsider vetoing bipartisan CRA overturning SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin 121. The post Lawmakers push Biden to approve SAB 121 overturn to allow regulated financial firms to hold crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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U.S. SEC sets Friday deadline for spot Ethereum ETFs S-1 filings

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed prospective issuers of spot Ethereum ETFs to submit their amended S-1 forms by Friday, signaling a significant step in getting these financial products approved for trading. дальше »

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Hester Peirce proposes for cross-border digital securities sandbox

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce proposed a cross-border digital securities sandbox in response to a joint consultation by the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The proposal aims to foster innovation and enhance regulatory oversight by allowing firms… дальше »

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SEC Approves Ethereum ETFs Amid Speculation And Market Movements

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Form 19b-4 for eight Ethereum ETF issuers, including financial giants BlackRock, Fidelity, Grayscale, Bitwise, VanEck, Ark, Invesco Galaxy, and Franklin Templeton. дальше »

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US House passes landmark FIT21 crypto bill with bipartisan support

The US House of Representatives has approved the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21), a wide-reaching crypto regulation bill, with significant bipartisan support despite opposition from the White House and SEC. дальше »

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FIT21 Act opposed by SEC’s Gensler, cites risks to investors and markets

In a statement released Wednesday, Gary Gensler publicly expressed his dissent against the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act. Gensler’s statement highlighted the potential consequences of the FIT21 bill, stating that it “would create new regulatory gaps… дальше »

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SEC Chair Gensler opposes today’s FIT21 vote yet White House calls no ‘veto’

Gary Gensler, Chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), issued a statement on May 22 expressing strong opposition to the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century (FIT21) Act. дальше »

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SEC's Gensler Says House Bill Would 'Undermine' Regulator's Crypto, Capital Markets Oversight

The Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act would hurt investors and hamper the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's work, SEC Chair Gary Gensler said Wednesday. дальше »

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Uniswap responds to SEC Wells notice: ‘We are ready to fight’ for DeFi

The company called for supporting U.S. lawmakers in favor of the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act, hinting the bill could nullify the SEC’s case. дальше »

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US Senate votes to overturn SEC rule, allowing regulated firms to hold Bitcoin

60-38 in the Senate voted in favour of overturning the SEC rule. Bipartisan support signals a potential shift in crypto regulation. Presidential veto possible. In a landmark decision, the US Senate has voted to overturn a key Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule that barred regulated financial firms from holding Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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US lawmaker calls on SEC to repeal crypto custody rule ahead of Senate vote

US lawmaker Wiley Nickel has urged the Gary Gensler-led Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to repeal the Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121) before the impending Senate vote. SAB 121 requires financial institutions custodying crypto to hold these assets on their balance sheets. дальше »

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House expected to vote on crypto bill offering SEC, CFTC clarity in May

The Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act passed out of committee in July 2023 but could be headed for a full floor vote in the U.S. House of Representatives. дальше »

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Kraken spotlights SEC inability to identify ‘investments contract’ in digital assets

Kraken has refuted the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) claims that its platform listed securities, pointing out that the financial regulator’s arguments attempt to restructure the US financial system beyond its regulatory scope, according to a May 9 court filing. дальше »

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Kraken Asks Court to Dismiss SEC Claims to Avoid 'Significant Reordering' of U.S. Financial Structure

Lawyers of crypto exchange Kraken have told a U. S. court that claims by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against it should be dismissed to avoid a "significant reordering" of the U. дальше »

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Biden administration to veto overturning of controversial SEC crypto rules

The Biden administration said on May 8 that it would veto H. J. Res. 109, which intends to overturn the SEC’s Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121). The administration said it “strongly opposes” the resolution as the change will interfere with the SEC’s efforts to protect crypto market investors and safeguard the financial system. дальше »

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SEC’s Gary Gensler gets irked being asked about crypto

SEC Chair Gary Gensler says he gets an “outsized ratio” of questions about crypto despite its relatively small size compared to the overall financial market. дальше »

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SEC Chief Gary Gensler Misled Congress On Ethereum, Says Crypto-Friendly Rep. Patrick McHenry

Rep. Patrick McHenry, a staunch advocate for the crypto industry, joined the escalating warfare between U. S. financial regulators and the cryptocurrency sector on April 30, accusing Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler of having “knowingly misled Congress” on the commission’s position on Ethereum. дальше »

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SEC delays decision on 7RCC Spot Bitcoin and Carbon Credit Futures ETF

SEC postpones decision on 7RCC Spot Bitcoin and Carbon Credit Futures ETF to June 24, 2024. The ETF plans to invest 80% in Bitcoin and 20% in Carbon Credit Futures-linked financial instruments. Gemini has been named custodian for the ETF. дальше »

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Former SEC Lawyer Confirms No Plan to Kill Crypto

Ladan Stewart, ex-SEC lawyer, refutes any systematic plans to undermine the crypto industry, focusing on the importance of compliance and investor protection to ensure a stable and beneficial integration of blockchain technology into the financial system. дальше »

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SEC Chair Gary Gensler Misled Congress About Ethereum

During a House Financial Services Committee session, SEC Chair Gary Gensler avoided clear answers on Ethereum's status, leading to accusations of deception and a potential shift in regulatory approach for cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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House's McHenry Accuses SEC Chief Gensler of Misleading Congress on Ethereum

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler has been accused of misleading Congress by Rep. Patrick McHenry, the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, who said Gensler's agency already knew it considered Ethereum's ether a security before he attended a hearing and declined to answer that question. дальше »

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McHenry slams Gensler for misleading Congress about Ethereum’s classification

House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry has accused SEC Chair Gary Gensler of misleading Congress concerning the classification of Ethereum during his testimony in April 2023. The accusation comes amid escalating tensions over the regulatory approach to digital assets in recent months, with some industry participants filing lawsuits against the watchdog for overstepping its […] The post McHenry slams Gensler for misleading Congress about Ethereum’s classification appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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SEC Delays Bitcoin ETF Options And Could Deny Ethereum ETF

The SEC's decision to delay Bitcoin ETF options trading and the anticipated rejection of Ethereum ETFs highlight the regulatory challenges and scrutiny facing cryptocurrency products in the financial markets. дальше »

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Court Denies US SEC Disgorgement Powers In Govil Verdict: Ripple CLO

In a noteworthy shift in the financial regulatory legal field, Ripple Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Stuart Alderoty has announced a crucial ruling by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals regarding the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Govil case. дальше »

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Bitcoin Dips, But Don’t Panic: ETFs See Three Days Of Bullish Inflow

The recent approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the SEC sent jitters through the financial world.  Initial concerns about fading demand seem unfounded as Bitcoin ETFs continue to shatter trading volume records. дальше »

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Fox Journalists Says XRP Won’t Make You Rich, Here’s Why

Charles Gasparino, an American journalist and a senior correspondent for Fox Business, has delivered a sobering message to XRP investors, warning them of the financial risks associated with XRP as Ripple navigates its regulatory battle with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Gary Gensler Could Challenge XRP Ruling In a recent X (formerly […] дальше »

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SEC begins multi-billion dollar fraud trial against Terraform Labs, Do Kwon

In a dramatic opening to a much-anticipated trial, the US SEC cast Terraform Labs and its co-founder, Do Kwon, as central figures in a vast financial deception that left investors nearly destitute following its collapse, Reuters reported on March 26. дальше »

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Gary Gensler advised crypto industry to use ‘disinfectant’

During a March 22 speech at a Columbia Law School conference, U.S. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler pointed to the general need for disclosure in financial markets. дальше »

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Ripple leaders forecast SEC defeat in Ethereum security saga

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) would lose its war against Ethereum. In a March 22 post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Garlinghouse pointed out that the financial regulator lost its securities classification battle against his company’s XRP token and is on course to suffer a similar […] The post Ripple leaders forecast SEC defeat in Ethereum security saga appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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SEC chair Gensler condemns ‘AI washing’ after regulatory action against 2 companies

US SEC chair Gary Gensler condemned “AI washing” or the abuse of artificial intelligence (AI) and said such activities “may violate the securities laws.” Gensler made the statements on March 18 in tandem with lawsuits and regulatory action by the SEC against AI washing, which occurs when members of the financial sector make false claims […] The post SEC chair Gensler condemns ‘AI washing’ after regulatory action against 2 companies appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Does Hester Peirce speak for SEC's new crypto policies?

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, also known as 'Crypto Mom,' has voiced her support for greater decentralization within the U.S. financial landscape.  Speaking at the ETHDenver conference on 29th FThe post Does Hester Peirce speak for SEC's new crypto policies? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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US House Committee moves to overturn SEC rule limiting bank crypto custody

The House Financial Services Committee (HSFC) recently cast votes on a resolution aimed at nullifying a guideline from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has been a barrier for banks wishing to engage in cryptocurrency custody services.… дальше »

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U.S. House Panel Votes to Disapprove of Controversial SEC Custody Guidance

The House Financial Services Committee also seemed inclined to adopt a bill giving the U.S. Secret Service more resources to investigate crypto crimes. дальше »

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South Korea to discuss NFT classification, Bitcoin ETFs with Gary Gensler

Head of South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service, Governor Lee Bok-hyun, is scheduled to discuss key regulatory issues with U.S. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler in May. дальше »

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US banking groups lobby SEC for rule change to enter Bitcoin ETF market

Multiple US banking groups are seeking inclusion in the Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) landscape, prompting a request for a rule change to facilitate their participation. In a Feb. 14 letter to SEC Chair Gary Gensler, a coalition comprising the Bank Policy Institute, the American Bankers Association, the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, and the […] The post US banking groups lobby SEC for rule change to enter Bitcoin ETF market appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Finance groups urge SEC to revise crypto custody accounting rules

Financial advocacy organizations are urging the SEC to amend current accounting rules that increase the financial burden on American banks managing crypto assets for clients. дальше »

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SEC Piles Pressure on Ripple with Latest Move

The SEC steps up its legal challenge against Ripple Labs, demanding further financial and contractual disclosures in a move that could have broad implications for cryptocurrency regulation дальше »

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SEC receives request to approve interest-bearing stablecoin after Bitcoin ETF

Figure Technologies Inc. wants to issue a pioneering interest-bearing stablecoin Unlike USDT and USDC, it will offer daily accruing interest backed by a diverse reserve of financial assets FThe post SEC receives request to approve interest-bearing stablecoin after Bitcoin ETF appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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SEC vs Ripple: Lawyers Declare Request for Financial Statements as ‘Irrelevant’

Ripple's legal team rejects SEC's untimely document request, citing irrelevance, as the ongoing legal dispute intensifies before the April trial. The post SEC vs Ripple: Lawyers Declare Request for Financial Statements as ‘Irrelevant’ appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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SEC’s Gary Gensler Warns Over AI ‘Monoculture’ Risks to Finance Sector 

SEC Chair Gary Gensler warns that a centralized AI market could pose a risk to the financial system, creating a "monoculture" where many rely on a few AI models and data aggregators. The post SEC’s Gary Gensler Warns Over AI ‘Monoculture’ Risks to Finance Sector  appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Ethereum Is Commodity, Says CFTC Chair

Coinspeaker Ethereum Is Commodity, Says CFTC Chair Behnam made this remark while speaking at the Regulating Financial Innovation event on October 24, where he added that he thinks Gary Gensler, chair of the SEC, thinks otherwise or at least hasn’t certainly declared one or the other. Ethereum Is Commodity, Says CFTC Chair дальше »

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