September 16th, 2025
SEC Crypto News
Explore the latest SEC crypto news as the United States Securities and Exchange Commission directly impacts the regulatory crypto landscape and influences global decisions. Learn how the SEC’s decisions shape the future of crypto investments, from new regulatory frameworks guiding the industry, to high-profile cases against erring entities.
SEC Decides on “Resolution in Principle” for Gemini Earn Program
The SEC and Gemini reach a tentative settlement over the Gemini Earn program, signaling a shift toward greater crypto regulatory cooperation.
Coinbase Drags US SEC to Court Over Missing Gensler’s Texts
Coinbase has dragged the US SEC over the deletion of Gary Gensler’s text messages between October 2022 and September 2023.
Nasdaq Files SEC Proposal to Enable Tokenized Securities Trading
Nasdaq submitted an SEC filing to allow trading of tokenized equities and ETPs on its exchange, potentially reducing settlement times and market friction through blockchain integration.
SEC Pushes Back Decisions on HBAR and DOT ETFs, Analysts Remain Optimistic
By Parth Dubey
September 8th, 2025
The SEC has extended its review of HBAR and DOT ETFs as it prepares for upcoming generic listing standards.
Solana and XRP Lead Record 96 Crypto ETF Filings
By Godfrey Benjamin
August 29th, 2025
Solana and XRP ETF filings make up a significant portion of the 96 filings with the US SEC, with experts convinced of a bullish breakout soon.
Grayscale Files for Avalanche ETF, Will AVAX Price Recover?
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 25th, 2025
Grayscale Investments submitted an S-1 filing to the SEC to launch an Avalanche ETF, intending to rename its Grayscale Avalanche Trust (AVAX).
Akave Launches First Decentralized Data Layer on Avalanche L1 for Enterprise
By Zoran Spirkovski
July 10th, 2025
Akave launches the first decentralized data layer on Avalanche L1, targeting enterprise AI and DePIN. AVAX gains momentum ahead of key SEC ETF decision.
Bakkt Joins Bitcoin Treasury Race, Raising $1 Billion in Securities Offering
By Bhushan Akolkar
June 27th, 2025
Bakkt Holdings has filed a Form S-3 with the SEC to raise up to $1 billion through a mix of financial instruments.
Canada’s Sol Strategies Eyes Nasdaq Listing with Bold Solana Bet
By Parth Dubey
June 19th, 2025
Sol Strategies is eyeing a Nasdaq listing under the ticker STKE after filing with the SEC, spotlighting its $61M Solana reserve.
Ripple Lawsuit Conclusion in Weeks, Says Lawyer as SEC Seeks Comments on XRP ETF
By Bhushan Akolkar
June 18th, 2025
Ripple and the SEC are holding off further appeals as both parties await an indicative ruling from Judge Torres in the ongoing Ripple lawsuit.
Ripple vs. SEC: Parties Want Continued Pause of Appeals
By Godfrey Benjamin
June 17th, 2025
Ripple and the SEC have asked that the court continue to hold the lawsuit appeals in abeyance while they await a fresh district court verdict.
Ripple Lawsuit: XRP Lawyer Believes Judge Torres Will Grant Joint Motion With SEC
By Bhushan Akolkar
June 13th, 2025
Ripple and the SEC filed a joint motion requesting the court to lift the injunction in their legal battle and release the $125 million civil penalty.
SEC-Ripple Lawsuit: Why June 16 Deadline Is Important for XRP Holders?
By Bhushan Akolkar
June 5th, 2025
The Ripple-SEC lawsuit nears a pivotal moment as the SEC’s 60-day window to update the US Court of Appeals expires on June 16, 2025.
Ripple Labs Releases $2.2 Billion in XRP From Escrow In New Schedule
By Godfrey Benjamin
June 5th, 2025
Ripple released $2.2 billion in XRP on June 4, breaking from its usual schedule, with 670 million XRP locked back into escrow this month.
SEC Secures $1.1M Victory After Accused Crypto Fraudster Fails to Appear in Court
By Rose Nnamdi
June 5th, 2025
The SEC has won a $1.1 million judgment against Keith Crews, who failed to appear in court over an alleged crypto fraud scheme
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is an important player in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape. As cryptocurrencies become more popular, the involvement of the SEC in the sector is growing, as it aims to protect the average crypto user while ensuring that stakeholders adhere to federal laws. Generally, the regulatory decisions made by the SEC help to understand the view of the US government on the crypto sector.
The Commission considers crypto classification crucial. One major aspect of its role is determining whether or not an asset is a commodity or a security. To decide, the US SEC uses a well-established principle known as The Howey Test. The categorization has strict implications because assets considered securities are subject to harsher regulations regarding marketing and trading. So far, the SEC has taken legal action against several platforms that launched cryptos that are considered securities, without due registration.
The SEC has contributed to the crypto sector by permitting spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds, beginning with Bitcoin BTC $115 160 24h volatility: 0.4% Market cap: $2.29 T Vol. 24h: $37.07 B products approved in January 2024. The Commission has also been involved in a regulatory framework for the crypto and blockchain sector, especially regarding the rapid growth of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms and stablecoins. The agency aims to strike a balance between ridding the sector of fraud and scams and encouraging general innovation.
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FAQ on SEC Crypto News
What is the SEC's approach to crypto?
The SEC regulates cryptocurrencies by determining whether or not they qualify as securities under US law. The agency enforces compliance among crypto trading platforms, exchanges, and initial coin offerings (ICO).
Does the SEC consider crypto legal to use?
Cryptocurrencies are legal to buy, sell, or hold in the US. However, as of 2024, the law does not consider them legal tender.
What is the Howey Test?
The Howey Test is a legal principle comprising four criteria used to determine whether an asset is a commodity or security. The requirements include money investment, profit expectation, common enterprise, and reliance on the efforts of others.
Does the SEC consider Bitcoin a security?
According to the SEC, Bitcoin is not a security.