Trump mulls creating first White House crypto post: Report
The role would be the first-ever crypto-specific White House role and may report directly to Trump, Bloomberg reported. Go to Source
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SEC and DOJ Strike Crypto Firm With Millions in Penalties Over Corruption
A crypto mining firm faces a $14 million penalty after admitting to a $2.5 million bribery scheme to secure a Japanese casino contract, which ultimately failed. A Mining Empire’s Downfall: Bribery Scandal Leads to Global Fallout The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have taken major actions against … Read more
Ripple CEO Sounds Alarm on SEC Chair Selection Amid Warnings of Oversight Risks
Ripple’s CEO has warned against SEC Chair candidates tied to past enforcement controversies, urging leadership that fosters innovation and ends punitive crypto regulation. A Name Sparks Debate: Ripple CEO Slams SEC Chair Prospect Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, has criticized the potential appointment of Caroline Stebbins as the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) … Read more
Judge rejects Kraken’s bid to challenge decision in SEC case
Kraken won’t get the chance to appeal a California District Court judge’s decision that found the SEC had adequately alleged it sold unregistered securities. Go to Source
Bitcoin price metrics point to more upside despite $92K acting as resistance
Data hints that new all-time highs are on the way, even if Bitcoin struggles to gain above $92,000. Go to Source
OCC notice suggests impending launch for spot Bitcoin ETF options trading
Some experts suggested that options trading for shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust could launch on the Nasdaq as early as Nov. 19. Go to Source
Speculation looms over SEC leadership under Trump as rhetoric escalates
US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler has not announced he will leave the commission, nor has Donald Trump suggested a possible replacement. Go to Source
MicroStrategy buys $4.6B of Bitcoin as price hits new highs
MicroStrategy has acquired an additional 51,780 BTC worth $4.6 billion, boosting its total holdings to 331,200 Bitcoin as BTC prices hit record highs above $92,400. Go to Source
Gensler’s Anticipated Exit Raises Questions: Who Will Lead the SEC Next?
SEC Chair Gary Gensler is expected to resign before completing his term, sparking debate over his successor and the potential impact on cryptocurrency oversight and regulation. Speculation Mounts Over Gensler’s Resignation and His SEC Successor Discussion about the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair has intensified on social media, with speculation centered on … Read more
Former SEC Official Calls for Gensler to Resign, End All Crypto Crackdowns
A former SEC enforcement chief has called for Chair Gary Gensler to resign and end crypto enforcement, citing Trump’s victory and stating: “the people have spoken.” Former SEC Enforcement Chief Wants Gary Gensler Step Down and Crypto Cases End Former chief of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Office of Internet Enforcement, John Reed … Read more
