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Crypto advisor: DeFi is exciting 'but it still lacks clear oversight'

Georg Brameshuber, a crypto advisor, has raised concerns about the lack of clear oversight in decentralized finance (DeFi), despite its status as a significant financial innovation.

By Federal Newswire | Mar 18, 2025

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Crypto advisor: 'Will 2025 be the year of multi-asset crypto ETFs?'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 18, 2025

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently reviewing spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) filings for several cryptocurrencies, including XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA).

Debiex ordered to pay $2.5 million after failing to respond to CFTC lawsuit

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that Debiex was operating a fraudulent digital asset scheme, misleading customers through fake websites, false trading records, and deceptive tactics.

Rep. Steil on digital assets: 'I’m working to write clear rules for innovators in the US'

Rep. Bryan Steil announced his participation in the White House Digital Asset Roundtable, where he is working on developing "clear rules" for innovators in the United States to support competition and protect investors.

Rep. Emmer: The President is ensuring the 'U.S. remains 'at the forefront of innovation'

Rep. Tom Emmer expressed his appreciation for participating in the White House Crypto Summit, stating that the president is taking a leadership role by convening top experts and taking steps to maintain the United States' position at the forefront...

Rep. Emmer: The President is 'positioning America to be the crypto capital of the world'

Rep. Tom Emmer announced that a "Crypto Summit" at the White House, once considered unlikely, is now underway as the president takes steps to establish the United States as a central hub for cryptocurrency.

Sen. Lummis on digital assets: We need 'a transparent regulatory framework that fosters innovation'

Senator Cynthia Lummis emphasized the need for a clear regulatory framework that promotes innovation in digital assets while limiting excessive government control.

Sen. Lummis to Trump: 'We hope to get bitcoin and digital asset legislation to your desk soon'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 16, 2025

Senator Cynthia Lummis expressed her anticipation for advancing "bitcoin and digital asset" legislation, stating her support for President Trump's crypto summit.

Sen. Lummis: 'This is the most pro-bitcoin and digital asset administration in history'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 16, 2025

Senator Cynthia Lummis said that the current administration is the "most" historically supportive of "Bitcoin" and digital assets.

SEC and Binance request pause in lawsuit amid new crypto task force

By Federal Newswire | Mar 16, 2025

On February 11, the SEC and Binance jointly requested a 60-day pause in the SEC's lawsuit against Binance and its co-founder and former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), as reported by DL News.

CFTC withdraws advisory on swap execution facility registration requirement

By Federal Newswire | Mar 15, 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced the withdrawal of CFTC Letter No. 21-19, which is related to the Swap Execution Facility (SEF) registration requirement.

Founder of Binance on WSJ article: 'It's good to see that even WSJ thinks I should be pardoned'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 14, 2025

Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, the founder of Binance, has denied claims made in a Wall Street Journal article that suggested he sought a pardon.

Rep. Steil: Ready to help 'make the U.S. a leader in digital assets'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 10, 2025

Rep. Bryan Steil expressed his readiness to work with President Trump to position the United States as a "leader in digital assets."

Rep. Emmer: Crypto Caucus will ensure the U.S 'defines' the 'future of finance'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 10, 2025

Rep. Tom Emmer said that digital asset technology is driving a "fundamental shift" in finance.

Sen. Lummis: 'We are becoming the bitcoin and digital asset capital of the world'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 10, 2025

Senator Cynthia Lummis has said that the United States is progressing as a "capital of the world" for Bitcoin and digital assets.

Kristin N. Johnson to join panel on clearing at FIA Boca50

Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson is scheduled to participate in a panel discussion at the FIA Boca50 event.

Goldsmith Romero to join regulator panel at futures industry conference

Commissioner Goldsmith Romero will be participating in a panel discussion at the International Futures Industry Conference 2025.

Mersinger and Peirce to discuss policy at investment management forum

Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger and SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce are set to engage in a fireside chat at the Global Policy & Regulatory Forum organized by the Alternative Investment Management Association.

Pham to speak at International Futures Industry Conference