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Arthur Hayes predicts crypto will see 'harrowing dump' around Trump's inauguration

Arthur Hayes predicts a significant crypto sell-off following Trump's inauguration due to unmet market expectations and a lack of viable policy changes during his first year.

theblock.co • 18/12/2024 - 08:36 AM

Stand with Crypto advocates flood Senate with 107,000 emails opposing SEC Crenshaw's renomination

Crypto advocates sent over 107,000 emails to U.S. senators opposing Caroline Crenshaw's SEC renomination, calling for a favorable crypto policy and expressing their discontent with political influences.

theblock.co • 17/12/2024 - 22:13 PM

'Praise the Lord': Sen. Tim Scott reacts as SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw's renomination vote is scrapped

Senate Banking Committee halts Caroline Crenshaw's SEC renomination; Tim Scott pushes for prioritizing innovation over regulation amid objections from Republicans and industry calls for her removal.

theblock.co • 17/12/2024 - 17:30 PM

NFT collection CyberKongz says it has received a Wells Notice from SEC

CyberKongz received a Wells Notice from the SEC signaling potential charges, leading the NFT collection to advocate for clearer crypto regulations amidst ongoing enforcement actions.

theblock.co • 16/12/2024 - 21:27 PM

TD Cowen says SEC likely to forge on with crypto rules without Democratic commissioners in the new year

Post-elections, Republicans will dominate the SEC, leading to faster crypto regulations but potential risks of partisanship affecting policy stability, warns TD Cowen's Jaret Seiberg.

theblock.co • 16/12/2024 - 18:11 PM

Global crypto investment product YTD inflows quadruple any other year: CoinShares

Global crypto funds saw inflows of $3.2 billion, reaching a record $44.5 billion this year, driven by Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs amid rising prices.

theblock.co • 16/12/2024 - 11:16 AM

Incoming committee chair Rep. French Hill plans to prioritize digital asset legislation in the new year

French Hill prioritizes digital asset regulation in 2025, supported by GOP; discussions on a strategic bitcoin reserve also surface, highlighting legislative interest in cryptocurrencies.

theblock.co • 13/12/2024 - 17:32 PM

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Texas lawmaker introduces bill for strategic bitcoin reserve, aligning with Trump’s crypto agenda

A Texas bill aims to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve, echoing Trump's support, while facing criticism over its potential disadvantages for non-bitcoin holders.

theblock.co • 12/12/2024 - 17:27 PM

Senate committee's planned vote to confirm SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw is up in the air following pushback

Some in the crypto industry want SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw out, citing a speech she made following the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded products earlier this year. Crenshaw voiced concerns that spot Bitcoin products were subject to fraud and manipulation and said she was concerned investors may believe that they offered some protections when they do not.

theblock.co • 11/12/2024 - 23:34 PM

Abra CEO Bill Barhydt discusses what it takes to build a successful business in an exponentially growing industry

Bill Barhydt and Frank Chaparro discuss crypto business challenges and regulatory changes in Episode 73 of The Scoop, recorded live at Emergence.

theblock.co • 10/12/2024 - 22:31 PM

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