November 1st, 2025
SEC Crypto News - Page 58
Coinbase Secures Regulatory Approval for US Crypto Futures Trading
By Chimamanda U. Martha
August 16th, 2023
With the approval, Coinbase has become the first native crypto company to provide both derivatives and spot trading services directly to customers.
US SEC Extends Bitcoin ETF Approvals Decision to 2024
By Godfrey Benjamin
August 16th, 2023
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has announced an extension of the numerous pending Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund approvals decision until 2024.
A Political Initiative from Coinbase Features US Lawmaker with Ethics Violation
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 16th, 2023
Rep. David Schweikert, listed as a lawmaker with “very supportive” views on crypto in the United States, reached a settlement requiring him to pay $175,000 in connection to breaches of House ethics regulations.
Republican Lawmakers Seek Answer from Gary Gensler over Prometheum’s SEC Approval
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 16th, 2023
Republican lawmakers have questioned whether the US SEC has assured enough security measures before granting Prometheum Inc. the license to operate as crypto broker.
Jacobi Asset Management Makes History with Europe’s First Bitcoin ETF Listing
By Chimamanda U. Martha
August 15th, 2023
The Jacobi FT Wilshere Bitcoin ETF listing marks a significant achievement for the firm and the broader European crypto investment landscape.
Court Verdict on Grayscale Bitcoin Spot ETF Expected by End of This Week
By Babafemi Adebajo
August 15th, 2023
Aside from the Grayscale Bitcoin Spot ETF, the SEC is also reviewing other Bitcoin ETF proposals.
Binance Counters SEC’s Discovery Requests by Seeking Protective Order
By Mayowa Adebajo
August 15th, 2023
SEC’s requests have not been limited to the discovery of Binance’s custody, security and availability of customer assets alone.
Bitcoin (BTC) Volatility Drops to ATL, to Around 15%, amid Short-Term Crypto Market Uncertainty
By Steve Muchoki
August 15th, 2023
Bitcoin price has oscillated around $29k in the past five months despite the ETF frenzy and crypto regulatory clarity in the United States.
Former SEC Official Predicts Crypto Mom Hester Peirce to Replace Gensler as SEC Chair
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 14th, 2023
The former SEC official said that if Hester Peirce chairs the SEC, several crypto-related enforcement actions would come to a sudden stop.
Binance Pursues Regulatory Approval in Taiwan via AML Registration
By Chimamanda U. Martha
August 11th, 2023
Binance is expanding its presence in Asia. The reports about its potential entrance into Taiwan come after the company re-entered the Japanese market last year.
Gemini Opens XRP Deposits after Announcing Support for XRPL
By Steve Muchoki
August 11th, 2023
Gemini highlighted that XRP will be available for trading under several currency pairs including USD, GBP, EUR, CAD, SGD, HKD, and AUD.
Bittrex Agrees to Pay $24M to Settle with SEC for Failing to Register as National Securities Exchange
By Steve Muchoki
August 11th, 2023
The US SEC filed a complaint against Bittrex on April 17 with the US District Court for the Western District of Washington alleging the exchange listed unregistered securities.
US SEC Could Dismiss Coinbase Motion Similar to Terraform Labs
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 10th, 2023
The SEC’s handling of the Green United case offers insights into its potential approach to Coinbase’s motion to dismiss, emphasizing the significance of the “major questions doctrine” in cryptocurrency lawsuits.
SEC vs Ripple: District Judge Analisa Torres Schedules Jury Trial for Q2 2024
By Steve Muchoki
August 10th, 2023
Following the announcement by Judge Analisa, Jeremy Hogan, a partner at Hogan & Hogan, highlighted that the final judgment in the case will not be issued until at least late 2024.
BlackRock May See Spot Bitcoin ETF Approved within 6 Months, Novogratz Believes
By Mayowa Adebajo
August 9th, 2023
The world of crypto is keen on seeing the US SEC approve a spot Bitcoin ETF for the first time.