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CFTC Exempts Crypto Wallets from Broker Status in Derivatives Trading
The CFTC has extended its broker exemption to all passive crypto wallets, including those used for derivatives trading. The decision, announced alongside the SEC’s innovation exemption, brings long-awaited regulatory clarity for wallet developers and DeFi users.
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US Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchange BitBank Over Bitcoin Transfers to IRGC
The US Treasury has sanctioned Iranian crypto exchange BitBank for allegedly transferring Bitcoin payments to the IRGC via the previously sanctioned Hormuz Safe platform. The move underscores growing global efforts to prevent crypto-based sanctions evasion.
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CFTC Crypto Developer Relief: What the No-Action Stance Means
The CFTC has joined the SEC in offering crypto developers a no-action stance, signaling that writing trading software won’t be treated as a regulated activity. Here’s what it means for builders and the broader crypto ecosystem.
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SEC and CFTC Draft Crypto Rules: What It Means for XRP and Bitcoin
The SEC and CFTC are set to draft independent crypto regulations, with the SEC focusing on XRP and the CFTC on Bitcoin. This dual approach could boost market confidence while introducing short-term uncertainty for investors.
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SEC Innovation Exemption: 5-Year Green Light for Tokenized Stocks
The SEC has granted a five-year innovation exemption allowing platforms to trade tokenized stocks, just days after the CLARITY Act failed in the Senate. This landmark decision could accelerate institutional adoption and bridge traditional finance with DeFi.
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French Court Rejects Bid to Block EU Crypto Tax Rules
France’s Council of State has rejected an emergency bid by Bull Bitcoin and Paymium to halt the French decree enforcing the EU’s DAC8 crypto tax-transparency rules. The ruling keeps strict new reporting requirements firmly in place for crypto companies operating in Europe.
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Bitcoin: $570M in Long Positions Liquidated After CLARITY Act Failure
Bitcoin saw $570 million in long positions liquidated after the CLARITY Act failed to pass the US Senate. The event highlights the deep connection between crypto regulation and market volatility, reminding traders of the risks of leveraged positions.
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Ethereum Price After Clarity Act Failure: What’s Next for ETH?
The Clarity Act has failed in the Senate, dashing hopes of a regulatory tailwind for Ethereum. Here’s what the setback means for ETH price and what investors should watch next.
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SEC vs Fed: Bitcoin Caught Between Regulation and Rate Hikes
The SEC pledged to act on crypto “with or without Congress” on the very same day the Fed raised rates for the first time since 2023. Bitcoin finds itself squeezed between regulatory pressure and tighter monetary policy, and investors should brace for higher volatility.
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CFTC to Write Crypto Rules After Clarity Act Vote Fails
CFTC Chairman Mike Selig announced the agency will write its own crypto rules after the Clarity Act failed, working directly with President Trump to advance them. This signals a major shift toward clearer, industry-friendly crypto regulation in the United States.