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CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam plans to step down following continued calls to regulate crypto

CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam is resigning amid the incoming Trump administration, after advocating for stronger crypto regulations and overseeing enforcement actions against major digital asset firms.

theblock.co • 07/01/2025 - 15:03 PM

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Winklevoss-led Gemini Trust Co. agrees to pay $5 million to settle CFTC charges in proposed order

Gemini Trust Company settles a CFTC case for $5 million over misleading statements regarding a bitcoin futures contract without admitting wrongdoing.

theblock.co • 06/01/2025 - 18:45 PM

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New Congress, new crack at crypto legislation: what's up next on the Hill in 2025

U.S. lawmakers may advance cryptocurrency legislation in 2023, with a focus on stablecoin regulation and the FIT21 bill, amid a pro-crypto Congress and shifting political dynamics.

theblock.co • 26/12/2024 - 10:01 AM

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Ex-CFTC Chair Chris Giancarlo, in running to become first 'Crypto Czar', says crypto 'considerable priority' for Trump

“Crypto Dad” Chris Giancarlo is a serious contender to become the first-ever U.S. “Crypto Czar,” a new position President-elect Donald Trump is considering implementing. The former CFTC Chairman says the SEC’s inability to create a clear crypto policy has dramatically set back industry development.

theblock.co • 27/11/2024 - 22:50 PM

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Trump team looking to shift crypto regulation to CFTC, dilute SEC's role: report

The CFTC’s altered role could include regulating crypto exchanges and spot markets dealing with digital assets deemed commodities, such as bitcoin and ether, reports Fox Business.

theblock.co • 26/11/2024 - 22:26 PM

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Republicans keep control of US House, ushering in crypto friendly lawmakers to lead key committee

Republicans maintain control of the House, enabling crypto-friendly legislation as leadership transitions on the Financial Services Committee focus on stablecoins and digital asset regulations.

theblock.co • 14/11/2024 - 03:49 AM

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Sen. John Thune to lead the Senate as majority leader following moves to back crypto legislation

Sen. John Thune, a pro-crypto Republican from South Dakota, has been elected Senate Majority Leader and supported significant crypto legislation like DCCPA and the repeal of SAB 121.

theblock.co • 13/11/2024 - 18:54 PM

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Bipartisan crypto legislation more likely to pass under Trump, but 'will not be an initial priority': TD Cowen

TD Cowen predicts U.S. crypto regulations may shift under Trump, with potential legislation for stablecoins and compliance, but initial priorities will focus elsewhere, facing challenges.

theblock.co • 11/11/2024 - 20:33 PM

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Crypto-friendly candidate Bernie Moreno clinches win over Sen. Sherrod Brown in Ohio race

Bernie Moreno wins the Senate race against Sherrod Brown, advocating for crypto amidst Republican majority; potential changes in Senate Banking Committee leadership impact regulations.

theblock.co • 06/11/2024 - 04:38 AM

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Upcoming US elections poised to influence crypto legislation in 2025: Here’s what could happen next

The cryptocurrency industry significantly impacts U.S. elections, forming a potentially pro-crypto Congress and influencing future legislation on digital assets and regulations.

theblock.co • 04/11/2024 - 19:23 PM

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