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SEC

Ripple and SEC Seek to Pause Appeals Amid Settlement Talks

Ripple Labs and the SEC are requesting to pause ongoing appeals to finalize a settlement, a major development in their longstanding legal battle over XRP tokens.

Altcoins

Ripple and SEC Jointly Request Stay on Appeals: XRP Surpasses $2

Ripple Labs and the SEC's joint request signals potential settlement, as XRP's price rises after the announcement.

Finance

Nova Labs Settles SEC Allegations for $200K, Claims No Wrongdoing

Nova Labs agrees to a $200,000 settlement with the SEC over allegations of misleading investors about partnerships with major companies, while avoiding admission of guilt.

Finance

SEC's New Guidelines Stress Transparency on Crypto Token Disclosures

The SEC urges crypto companies to share comprehensive details about their tokens amid regulatory clarity efforts.

Finance

Navigating the Challenges of Tokenized Securities

An overview of the regulatory complexities surrounding tokenized securities and suggestions for developers

Altcoins

OpenSea Appeals to SEC for NFT Marketplace Exemption from Securities Rules

OpenSea seeks a formal exemption from SEC regulations for NFT platforms, asserting they should not be classified as exchanges.

Finance

Paul Atkins Nominated as New SEC Chair Following Senate Confirmation

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Paul Atkins to lead the SEC, signaling potential shifts in the agency's approach to cryptocurrency regulation.

Crypto

SEC Greenlights Ether ETF Options Trading

The SEC has approved options trading for Blackrock's Ether ETF, facilitating greater investment opportunities.

Crypto

Pro-Crypto Paul Atkins Now Leads the SEC

Paul Atkins has been confirmed as the new SEC Chair, indicating a significant shift in the regulation of cryptocurrencies in the U.S.

Crypto

Cynthia Lummis Applauds Paul Atkins' Appointment as SEC Chair: A Milestone for Cryptocurrency?

The U.S. Senate's confirmation of Paul Atkins as the SEC Chair marks a significant change in the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, as per Senator Lummis.

Business

Galaxy Digital Secures SEC Approval for U.S. Listing, Aiming for Nasdaq Launch in May

Galaxy Digital is set to establish a presence on the Nasdaq after receiving SEC approval for its reorganization plan.

Crypto

SEC Reassessing Crypto Guidelines from the Biden Administration Following Regulatory Changes

The SEC is conducting a review of earlier cryptocurrency guidance to align with current priorities, possibly leading to new regulatory approaches.

Finance

U.S. SEC Staff Clarifies That Certain Crypto Stablecoins Are Not Securities

The U.S. SEC's latest statement designates many dollar-based stablecoins outside its jurisdiction, potentially excluding Tether.

Altcoins

Lawmakers Urge SEC to Safeguard Records for Trump-Involved Crypto Company

Two prominent Democratic lawmakers are pressing the SEC to retain all records related to World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm linked to Donald Trump's family, amid concerns over conflicts of interest.

Crypto Policy

Current Status of SEC Cases in Crypto

An overview of the SEC's recent case closures and ongoing investigations in the cryptocurrency sector.

Crypto Regulation

Trump's Nominee for SEC Paul Atkins Signals Shift in Crypto Approach

Paul Atkins, nominated by Trump to lead the SEC, previews a new direction for crypto regulation amidst a largely uneventful Senate hearing.

Finance

Paul Atkins' Crypto Connections Raise Concerns Ahead of SEC Confirmation

Paul Atkins' financial ties to the cryptocurrency industry have drawn criticism from Senator Elizabeth Warren ahead of his confirmation hearing for the SEC.

Altcoins

Trump's SEC Moves Forward With Crypto Task Force Ahead of Market Surge

The SEC Crypto Task Force aims to clarify the legal status of digital assets with the Securities Clarity Act, a significant step before an anticipated bull run.