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SEC Urged to Revoke Broker Rules Amid DeFi Lawsuit

The SEC faces pressure to retract its broker rules central to a DeFi lawsuit involving ConsenSys. This reflects the increasing friction between regulatory bodies and the DeFi sector, amid calls for...

Texas Court Overturns SEC's Expanded Dealer Rule: A Major Win for Crypto

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas invalidated the SEC's expanded dealer rule, a significant blow to regulatory efforts under Chair Gary Gensler. This ruling, stemming from ...

Chris Giancarlo Considered for SEC Chairman Role: A New Era for Digital Assets?

Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo is in the spotlight for the SEC Chairman role. His insights on cryptocurrencies, CBDCs, and digital currencies could reshape regulatory approaches, signaling a ...

CFPB Finalizes Rules Limiting Digital Payment Platforms to USD Transactions

The CFPB has finalized rules on digital payment platforms, restricting oversight to US dollar transactions while excluding crypto assets. This move follows industry opposition to earlier proposals....

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler to Resign on January 20 Amid Political Changes

Gary Gensler, Chairman of the SEC, will step down on January 20, coinciding with former President Trump's new term. This shift may impact the SEC's regulatory priorities in financial markets, posin...