Crypto News
CFTC Chair Selig Names Crypto Lawyer as Senior Adviser
Michael Selig appoints Michael Passalacqua, a seasoned crypto lawyer, as senior adviser to the CFTC as the agency expands its regulatory role in crypto.
Ecosystem
SEC and CFTC Cooperate to Harmonize Crypto Regulations
The SEC and CFTC aim to enhance collaboration in regulating the crypto market, targeting innovation while ensuring market integrity.
Finance
US Senate Approves Crypto Advocates Selig and Hill for Key Regulatory Roles
The US Senate confirms Mike Selig as chair of the CFTC, promising a pro-crypto approach, while Travis Hill is appointed as FDIC chair, advocating against debanking in the crypto sector.
Crypto
Polymarket Secures Authorized Status for US Trading Operations
Polymarket has gained regulatory clearance to function as an intermediated trading platform in the U.S., enhancing transparency and compliance.
Crypto
CFTC Welcomes New Chairman as Caroline Pham Steps Down
Michael Selig has been sworn in as the new chair of the CFTC, succeeding Caroline Pham who has left the agency.
Finance
What to Anticipate as the US Government Shutdown Moves into Its Second Week
The ongoing government shutdown has implications for federal agencies, particularly those overseeing financial regulations.
Economy
Cryptocurrency Organizations React to CFTC Leadership Changes Amid Government Shutdown
Uncertainty looms over the future of the CFTC leadership after President Trump's withdrawal of a nominee during a prolonged government shutdown.
Legal
Tennessee Court Temporarily Halts Enforcement Against Kalshi's Predictions
A federal court in Tennessee has ruled to block state action against Kalshi, affirming its contracts fall under federal regulations.
Crypto News
CFTC Selects Influential Crypto Figures for New Advisory Panel
The CFTC announces a newly formed advisory panel consisting of notable leaders in the cryptocurrency sector as part of a push for more favorable regulatory policies.
News
Coinbase Resists Emergency Measures Against Its Prediction Markets in Nevada
A Nevada judge has denied regulators' emergency move to suspend Coinbase's prediction markets while a legal battle unfolds.
News
Nevada Temporarily Halts Polymarket Operations, Challenges CFTC Authority
A temporary restraining order issued by a Nevada judge stops Polymarket from conducting business, questioning the CFTC's exclusive control over event-based contracts.
Finance
SEC and CFTC Collaborate on Crypto Regulation Discussion
The SEC and CFTC are set to convene regarding the alignment of their regulatory approaches for cryptocurrency as new legislative measures progress.
Crypto
US Senate Agriculture Committee Schedules Markup for CLARITY Act on January 27
The Senate Agriculture Committee is set to release its document on the CLARITY Act on January 21 and hold a markup session six days later on January 27.
Finance
CFTC Launches Committee for Innovation to Oversee Crypto and AI Regulations
The CFTC introduces a new committee to invite expert advice on the regulation of emerging technologies in the financial sector.
Business
Coinbase Expands Horizons with The Clearing Company Acquisition
Coinbase is set to acquire The Clearing Company as a strategic move to enhance its prediction markets offerings.
Crypto Regulations
David Sacks Highlights New Regulatory Leaders as a Dream Team for Crypto Oversight
David Sacks emphasizes the importance of recent appointments in shaping the future of digital asset regulations in the U.S.
Crypto News
Coinbase Takes Legal Action Against Illinois, Michigan, and Connecticut Regarding Prediction Markets
Coinbase has launched lawsuits in Illinois, Michigan, and Connecticut, contesting state regulations on prediction markets as it prepares to partner with Kalshi.
News
Coinbase Follows Kalshi's Legal Strategy, Initiates Lawsuits Against Three States on Prediction Markets
Coinbase aims to establish federal oversight on prediction markets by suing regulators in three states, contending that federal commodities law should apply rather than state gambling statutes.
News
CFTC Withdraws Crypto Delivery Guidance, Easing Regulations for Exchanges
The CFTC has eliminated its previous guidance on cryptocurrency delivery, granting exchanges more operational leeway, as noted by StarkWare's Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos.
News
CFTC Grants Flexibility to Prediction Markets on Reporting Requirements
The CFTC has issued no-action letters to certain prediction markets, allowing them to bypass specific data reporting and record-keeping rules.
