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Prometheum adds 'digital asset securities' UNI and ARB to its custodial ranks

Prometheum plans to add Uniswap and Arbitrum to its digital asset custody services, responding to regulatory scrutiny while expanding its offerings for institutional clients.

theblock.co • 21/08/2024 - 15:59 PM

SEC Chair Gary Gensler is being considered for Treasury Secretary: report

Gary Gensler may be nominated as Treasury Secretary under Kamala Harris, causing skepticism about the legitimacy of the report amid criticism of his crypto regulations.

theblock.co • 19/08/2024 - 20:42 PM

Former SEC crypto enforcement chief David Hirsh leaves for private practice

David Hirsh, former SEC crypto lead, joins McGuireWoods to enhance their securities enforcement and regulatory counseling amid increasing scrutiny of the cryptocurrency industry.

theblock.co • 19/08/2024 - 14:30 PM

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Nasdaq ISE, LLC withdraws proposals to list and trade options on spot Ethereum and Bitcoin products

Nasdaq ISE and NYSE withdrew proposals for options on Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, with expectations of re-filing soon amid ongoing SEC evaluations.

theblock.co • 15/08/2024 - 22:06 PM

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NYSE American LLC withdraws proposal to list and trade options on spot Bitcoin ETFs

NYSE American LLC has withdrawn its proposal for options on bitcoin ETFs, following similar actions by other exchanges amid SEC review on such financial products.

theblock.co • 15/08/2024 - 15:51 PM

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Binance and Brazil's SEC reach agreement years after the regulator banned derivatives products

Binance has settled with Brazil's SEC after being banned from derivatives, paying $1.75 million while confirming compliance with local regulations.

theblock.co • 14/08/2024 - 17:51 PM

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Coinbase calls for SEC to rethink rule on decentralized exchanges, calling it 'irrational'

The SEC “irrationally assumes” that decentralized exchanges can comply the same way as more traditional exchanges, said Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal in a letter. The exchange has sent multiple letters about the rule over the years. The rule, which was first proposed in January 2022 and was reopened for comments in April, broadens the definition of an exchange to capture decentralized exchanges.

theblock.co • 12/08/2024 - 22:12 PM

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SEC postpones decision on Hashdex's proposed ETF to hold bitcoin and ether

The SEC has delayed its decision on Hashdex's Bitcoin and Ether ETF until September 30, 2024, allowing more time to assess the proposed fund and related issues.

theblock.co • 09/08/2024 - 18:07 PM

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SEC subpoenaed three venture capital firms this year: DL News

The SEC has subpoenaed several venture capital firms, requesting contracts related to token deals, amid growing scrutiny of the crypto industry following FTX's collapse.

theblock.co • 09/08/2024 - 16:37 PM

Cboe re-files for spot Bitcoin ETF options in sign SEC may be engaging: analysts

Cboe re-files its Bitcoin ETF options application, suggesting SEC engagement, while MIAX PEARL and BOX withdraw theirs. Analysts see this as a sign of potential approval despite timeline concerns.

theblock.co • 09/08/2024 - 10:34 AM

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