Este artículo también está disponible en español. A major revamp is coming to the SEC. For many reasons, this year’s US presidential elections have become the most consequential for cryptocurrency. Crypto and blockchain technology has become an election issue, with both the Republican and Democratic candidates teasing the electorate with their plans on how to…
Este artículo también está disponible en español. XRP has ushered in 2025 with a robust bullish performance, achieving its highest monthly close to date. As a result of significant advancements in regulation and institutional adoption, the token’s surge coincides with a growing sense of optimism in the broader crypto market. XRP advanced toward critical price…
Dalmas, a seasoned crypto reporter, brings a unique perspective to the industry. His specialization in NFTs, blockchain, DeFi, and blockchain news for NewsBTC, combined with a background in mechanical engineering and over a decade of experience in journalism, has allowed him to craft over 10,000 news and feature articles over the past eight years. His…
Semilore Faleti is a cryptocurrency writer specialized in the field of journalism and content creation. While he started out writing on several subjects, Semilore soon found a knack for cracking down on the complexities and intricacies in the intriguing world of blockchains and cryptocurrency. Semilore is drawn to the efficiency of digital assets in terms…
18 U.S. states have filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), alleging that the agency is overstepping its authority in regulating the cryptocurrency industry. The coalition, led by Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman, contends that the SEC’s actions infringe upon states’ rights to oversee their own economic sectors and stifle innovation within…
Gary Gensler, the chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and a staunch critic of the cryptocurrency industry, announced he will fully step down from the agency on January 20, the day Donald Trump is sworn in as president. Gensler’s resignation includes vacating his position as commissioner, leaving the SEC without its head…
Will BlockFi be the one? The rumors are flying, apparently, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will approve a spot Bitcoin ETF soon. With that in mind, the news that crypto lending platform and investment service BlockFi just filed to get one approved was met with suspicion and excitement by the Bitcoin community. Unlike the…
Este artículo también está disponible en español. REX Shares, a financial services company known for its innovative approach to ETFs, recently submitted filings for ETFs tied to a few cryptocurrencies, including Dogecoin. These filings mark a pivotal moment for Dogecoin amidst the current excitement in the crypto market, with the positive sentiment now at a…
The Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called for the crypto space to work with regulators. The Financial Times reported that Chairman Gary Gensler had asked Congress to empower his agency so they will be better able to govern the market. It is still not clear yet which agency has oversight of…
SEC Chairman Gary Gensler is on the hot seat as the Senate Banking Committee demands answers and clarity on a range of topics including the commission’s ongoing investigations in the crypto space and Gensler’s belief that cryptocurrencies should be regulated under the securities law. Senate Banking Committee Grills Gensler Gary Gensler, Chairman of the United…