Coinbase CEO Claims Big Banks Are Aiming To ‘Kill Competition’ With Latest Crypto Market Bill Draft
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (COIN) recently retracted its support for the latest iteration of the crypto market structure bill, known as the CLARITY Act, just 24 hours before a crucial markup was scheduled. This signals significant concerns about the bill’s alignment with the interests of cryptocurrency firms compared to traditional banking institutions, not only for the…
Coinbase Mulls Exiting Support For Crypto Market Structure Bill Ahead Of January 15 Deadline
As the January 15 markup of the crypto market structure bill—known as the CLARITY Act—draws closer, reports indicate that Coinbase (COIN) is reconsidering its support for the legislation. A Monday report from Bloomberg suggests this shift in position is contingent on whether the anticipated bill includes provisions beyond enhanced disclosure requirements tied to stablecoin rewards.…
New Crypto Tax Proposal: Bipartisan House Duo Pushes For Stablecoin Safe Harbor
In the wake of a significant shift in crypto regulation spurred by the new White House administration under President Donald Trump, lawmakers are working on a fresh tax framework aimed at providing clarity and a safe harbor for certain transactions involving stablecoins. Proposed Crypto Tax Framework Representatives Max Miller from Ohio and Steven Horsford from…
SEC Chair Declares ‘Crypto’s Time Has Come’ In Latest Statement – Get The Full Scoop
Paul Atkins, the newly appointed chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has boldly declared that “crypto’s time has come,” marking a pivotal moment in the regulator’s approach to digital assets. Atkins Declares End To ‘Weaponization’ Of Regulation Delivering a keynote address at the inaugural OECD roundtable on global financial markets, Atkins expressed…
Coinbase Confirms DOJ Investigation Following Major Security Incident
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into a significant security breach at Coinbase, the largest US-based cryptocurrency exchange. According to sources familiar with the matter cited by Bloomberg, the DOJ’s criminal division in Washington is examining the circumstances surrounding the breach, which has raised serious concerns about cybersecurity within the crypto…
Major Win For Memecoins: SEC Affirms They Typically Do Not Qualify As Securities
In a recent statement, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) provided insights into the classification of memecoins within the context of federal securities laws. This move, a part of the SEC’s attempt to make clear how these regulations apply to different assets, could prove to be a significant victory for these altcoins and the…
Justin Sun And SEC Request ‘Pause’ In Ongoing Legal Battle Over Crypto Ventures
According to Bloomberg, lawyers representing Justin Sun and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are requesting a stay in the ongoing regulatory proceedings against him. Justin Sun And SEC Seek Case Pause This joint filing, submitted on Wednesday, indicates that both parties believe it is in their mutual interest to pause the case while…