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SEC Crypto News - Page 55
Bitwise Pulls Plug on Bitcoin and Ethereum Market Cap ETF Application
By Chimamanda U. Martha
September 1st, 2023
With the Bitwise ETF application gone, the crypto community is now awaiting the SEC’s decision on the remaining applications by WisdomTree, Invesco Galaxy, Valkyrie, VanEck, and Fidelity.
US SEC Delays BlackRock and Other Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications
By Bhushan Akolkar
September 1st, 2023
The SEC will have an additional 45 days after the publication in the Federal Register to evaluate the suggested rule. The next decision is pending on October 17, next month.
US Judge Dismisses Class Action Suit against Uniswap
By Babafemi Adebajo
August 31st, 2023
Aside from dismissing the case against Uniswap, the judge also classified popular cryptocurrencies Ether (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) as commodities.
Odds of Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Improve by 75% after Grayscale’s Victory
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 31st, 2023
The SEC has 45 days to request a rehearing for the Grayscale’s court verdict. It can either approve the conversion of GBTC into and ETF or reject it for any other reason.
Nasdaq Composite Soars Over 1% as Tech Stocks Rebound
By Godfrey Benjamin
August 30th, 2023
At the core of the Nasdaq Composite’s resurgence was the undeniable role of bonds and economic data.
Bitcoin Price Gains Over 5% after US Court of Appeals Sided with Grayscale against SEC on Spot ETF Application
By Steve Muchoki
August 30th, 2023
The court ruled that the SEC failed to provide sufficient evidence as to why Grayscale’s application to convert its Bitcoin Trust to a spot ETF was denied while the agency approved a futures ETF.
SEC Files Sealed Motion against Binance Causing Fear and Uncertainty in Crypto Market
By Steve Muchoki
August 30th, 2023
Former chief of SEC office of Internet enforcement John Reed Stark argued that the rare move by the agency could spell criminal investigation for Binance and the accused persons.
SEC Charges Popular Podcast Impact Theory for Unregistered Securities Sales in NFT Offering
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 29th, 2023
Impact Theory Will pay a total of $6.1 million and will discontinue the selling of Founders’ Keys, which the SEC calls as unregistered securities in the form of NFTs.
Robinhood Emerges as Third-Largest Bitcoin Holder with $3B in BTC
By Chimamanda U. Martha
August 28th, 2023
The emergence of Robinhood as a key BTC holder signifies a potential shift in the digital asset ownership landscape.
ARK Invest and 21Shares Float Joint Application to Offer Ethereum Futures ETF
By Mayowa Adebajo
August 25th, 2023
Both companies are also planning to launch three types of Bitcoin Futures ETFs.
Pantera Capital: Bitcoin Set to Hit $35K Pre-Halving and $148K After
By Tolu Ajiboye
August 24th, 2023
Pantera Capital believes that the recent XRP ruling, possibility of a BlackRock ETF and the next Bitcoin halving will spike prices.
Bitstamp to End Ethereum Staking for United States Customers
By Temitope Olatunji
August 24th, 2023
Although the application of the Howey test to staking Ethereum and many other cryptocurrencies can be complex and subject to different legal interpretations, the SEC insists that staking qualifies as an investment contract under the Howey test.
XRP Relinquishes Post-SEC Victory Gains as Bears Prevail
By Godfrey Benjamin
August 23rd, 2023
Amidst the legal battle and regulatory scrutiny, July 2023 witnessed a seismic shift in the narrative surrounding the case.
Binance Coin (BNB) Price Drops to One-Year Low amid Growing Regulatory Scrutiny
By Bhushan Akolkar
August 23rd, 2023
The Binance Coin (BNB) has recently dropped below its 200-week Moving Average, raising apprehensions regarding potential substantial declines among altcoins.
Bitcoin Price Falls 11% while Key Indicator States BTC Is at Most Oversold Level since Covid 2020 Crash
By Tolu Ajiboye
August 22nd, 2023
The price of Bitcoin is struggling to maintain momentum and has succumbed to several macroeconomic factors over the last week.