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The SEC finally admits what caused the mess US crypto was in before Trump took power

The SEC finally admits what caused the mess US crypto was in before Trump took power

U.S. crypto companies were being regulated twice — now regulators say they’ll try to fix it.

Craig Wright makes settlement offer in COPA case to ‘give up’ some rights

Craig Wright makes settlement offer in COPA case to ‘give up’ some rights

Wright's proposed settlement waives database claims on the core Bitcoin network and Bitcoin Cash.

Solana and ICP up over 49% against Bitcoin since SEC labeled them as securities

Solana and ICP up over 49% against Bitcoin since SEC labeled them as securities

All tokens embroiled in SEC's scrutiny, however, see mixed fortunes against Bitcoin amidst legal turmoil.

SEC maintains pressure for Ripple’s financial records in legal dispute

SEC maintains pressure for Ripple’s financial records in legal dispute

The SEC maintained that its demands for Ripple's audited financial documents were "relevant" to the case.

Tornado Cash developers to receive funding from new legal defense DAO

Tornado Cash developers to receive funding from new legal defense DAO

Fundraisers brought in over $68,000 during the first several hours.

Binance and SEC both criticized by judge during latest court hearing

Binance and SEC both criticized by judge during latest court hearing

Crypto exchange Binance attempted to argue for dismissal of charges today.

Prominent crypto lawyer criticizes SEC overreach in Ripple lawsuit, advocates for financial freedom

Prominent crypto lawyer criticizes SEC overreach in Ripple lawsuit, advocates for financial freedom

Crypto lawyer John Deaton deems SEC's lawsuit against Ripple an attack on personal liberties, highlighting the broader fight for financial freedom in America.

SEC v. Binance hearing delayed until Monday

SEC v. Binance hearing delayed until Monday

Binance is expected to argue for dismissal following today's weather cancellation.

Coinbase has 70% chance of winning against SEC: Bloomberg analyst

Coinbase has 70% chance of winning against SEC: Bloomberg analyst

The analyst cited several reasons why the exchange could win, including SEC's broad definition of securities.

Judge in Coinbase case says SEC’s securities definition may be too broad

Regulation 2 years ago

Offbeat letter suggests SBF should teach high school math as punishment for crimes

Crime 2 years ago

Timeline set for upcoming Craig Wright trial on Satoshi Nakamoto identity claim

Legal 2 years ago

SEC agrees to delay Terra trial so that Do Kwon can attend proceedings

Legal 2 years ago