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Trump's crypto order was 'easy stuff,' establishing rules will take 'years, not weeks': TD Cowen

Donald Trump’s executive order on crypto signals support for the industry, but it was “easy stuff,” according to TD Cowen. Creating the necessary crypto regulatory framework will take “years, not weeks,” TD Cowen said.

theblock.co • 24/01/2025 - 15:43 PM

SEC's Hester Peirce term ending in June sparks concerns over crypto task force: TD Cowen

Hester Peirce was appointed to lead the SEC's new crypto task force, raising concerns about her term ending in June and the agency's support for crypto regulation.

theblock.co • 23/01/2025 - 17:00 PM

'One of the most active times in history': Crypto industry digests Trump's memecoin, first days as president

Crypto exchanges had one of the most active periods in history leading up to Inauguration Day amid the launch of Trump’s official memecoin. Meanwhile, the industry is generally optimistic for growth under the new administration, though some regulatory concerns remain.

theblock.co • 22/01/2025 - 15:42 PM

The Daily: Trump plans executive order to make crypto a 'national priority,' XRP market cap approaches $200 billion and more

Trump plans an executive order for crypto as a national priority, XRP shows bullish sentiment, Ethereum upgrades, and Phantom raises substantial funding amid airdrops and market developments.

theblock.co • 17/01/2025 - 18:53 PM

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Digital Currency Group agrees to pay $38 million to settle with SEC over negligence

Digital Currency Group settles with SEC for $38 million over misleading investors via Genesis Global Capital. Former CEO also fined. Genesis faced bankruptcy and fraud allegations.

theblock.co • 17/01/2025 - 17:23 PM

Nasdaq files 19b-4 form for Canary Litecoin ETF

The exchange filed a 19b-4 form on behalf of Canary Capital for the ‘Canary Litecoin ETF.’ The 19b-4 filing alongside Canary Capital’s amended S-1 form that it filed on Wednesday, fulfills two key documents needed to try to get the SEC’s sign off.

theblock.co • 16/01/2025 - 16:12 PM

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eToro confidentially files for US IPO targeting $5 billion valuation: FT

eToro has filed for an IPO in the U.S., aiming for a valuation over $5 billion, after past plans fell through amid market changes.

theblock.co • 16/01/2025 - 13:37 PM

US SEC says earlier district court ruling got it wrong in latest appeal filing in ongoing case against Ripple

The SEC disputes a court ruling on XRP sales, asserting they violate securities laws and appealing to the U.S. Court of Appeals for clarity on investor protections.

theblock.co • 16/01/2025 - 02:15 AM

The Daily: US govt. says bitcoin from Bitfinex hack should be returned in-kind, HashKey predicts BTC to break $300,000 in 2025 and more

Markets react to potential Fed rate cut; US plans restitution for Bitfinex hack; HashKey forecasts Bitcoin over $300K; South Korea develops new crypto law; Trump administration eyes regulatory changes.

theblock.co • 15/01/2025 - 18:40 PM

HashKey predicts bitcoin to break through $300,000 in 2025

HashKey Group has set out 10 crypto predictions for 2025, including bitcoin and ether to surpass the $300,000 and $8,000 levels, respectively. The establishment of a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve, the stablecoin market cap to exceed $300 billion and new crypto ETF approvals are also among the most anticipated expectations.

theblock.co • 15/01/2025 - 12:50 PM