SEC crypto attorney departs for private firm

The SEC’s crypto and cyber litigation unit leader has resigned from the commission to join legal firm White & Case after contributing to lawsuits against two digital asset powerhouses. 

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Celsius Network to focus on Bitcoin mining following SEC’s latest feedback

Cryptocurrency company Celsius Network has revealed plans to transition its services into Bitcoin mining-only operations. That comes amid its insolvent proceedings. The digital assets firm has witnessed financial troubles over the last year, which saw it file for bankruptcy.

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Blackrock's spot Ethereum (ETH) ETF application goes to the SEC

Blackrock's spot Ethereum ETF plan sees development with an S1 filing The firm has chosen Coinbase Custody as the custodian for its spot ETF ETF Investment management giant - Blackrock's spoThe post Blackrock's spot Ethereum (ETH) ETF application goes to the SEC appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ripple CEO gets ready for XRP fight in Supreme Court

Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple CEO, said his firm will take its case against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to the Supreme Court. Speaking at DC Fintech Week 2023, Garlinghouse explained how his firm was offered to settle the case…

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SEC yet to indicate approval timeline, says Grayscale CEO on spot Bitcoin ETFs

Michael Sonnenshein, Grayscale CEO, said his firm has not received any word about approval for spot Bitcoin ETFs from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) leading up to a window where all 12 applications could receive the green light.

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Cathie Wood's ARK offloads GBTC shares again, here's why

Cathie Wood's firm has been disinvesting GBTC shares during the ongoing bull run. ARK is among an array of applicants waiting for the SEC to approve its spot Bitcoin ETF. Cathie Wood's ARK IThe post Cathie Wood's ARK offloads GBTC shares again, here's why appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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PayPal faces SEC action related to PYUSD stablecoin: Official

PayPal was the first large fintech firm to adopt digital currencies for payments and transfers after launching its stablecoin in August.

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VanEck’s amended Bitcoin ETF filing reveals unique seeding approach as BTC approaches $35K

Asset management firm VanEck amended its spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) application with the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Oct. 27. Unique seeding method The amended filing has drawn heightened interest from the crypto community, who pointed out its unique seeding method.

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VanEck submits amended Bitcoin ETF application to SEC

VanEck, the New York-based asset management firm, has submitted an amended application for a spot Bitcoin ETF to the United States SEC. Taking a unique approach that sets it apart from other applicants in the spot Bitcoin ETF market, VanEck…

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Hester Peirce objects to SEC’s handling of LBRY case

Hester Peirce, a commissioner for the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), dissented from the agency’s case against LBRY on Oct. 27. LBRY Inc. , the firm behind the LBRY blockchain and content-sharing network, announced on Oct.

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Hashdex engages in dialog with SEC over Bitcoin DeFi ETF filing

According to an Oct. 24 memorandum, digital asset management firm Hashdex has had a discussion with the SEC about their ETF filing that would purchase physical Bitcoin.

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Bitcoin Spot ETF: Crypto Research Firm Reveals What Will Happen In The First Three Years

The potential approval of a Spot Bitcoin ETF by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to have significant effects on Bitcoin and the Spot Bitcoin ETF market. Addressing what investors can expect, the crypto research firm Galaxy Digital recently provided insights as to what could happen in the first three years upon […]

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BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF now listed on Nasdaq trade clearing firm — Bloomberg analyst

Exchange-traded fund analyst Eric Balchunas said the addition was “all part of the process” of a crypto ETF being listed and traded and a positive sign for SEC approval.

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MicroStrategy's Bitcoin holdings pay off, thanks to bull run

Last month, MicroStrategy added 5,445 BTC for $147.3 million. If the SEC approving spot BTC ETFs could trigger another rally, it could lead to another profitable turn for the firm. One of thThe post MicroStrategy's Bitcoin holdings pay off, thanks to bull run appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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LBRY announced closure due to debts to SEC

The LBRY blockchain project announced its closure by publishing a farewell message on its social networks. The project team cited “several million dollars” of debts, making the firm’s continued existence impossible.

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Ripple Founders Win As SEC Drops Charges

The SEC dropped charges against Ripple's executives, marking a major victory for the crypto firm, though its legal battle continues.

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Fidelity Investments Submits Revised Spot Bitcoin ETF Proposal To SEC — Here’s What’s New

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BlackRock Reacts To False Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval News In A Positive Way

Investment management firm Blackrock has reacted to rumors about the approval of its Bitcoin Spot ETF application by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which caused quite a stir among the cryptocurrency community.

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Coinbase Urges Court to Compel SEC Action on Rulemaking Petition

Coinbase has intensified efforts to force the hand of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on its crypto rulemaking petition. The firm has submitted a formal response to the Third Circuit regarding the SEC’s recent update on its rulemaking request.

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Coinbase Urges Court To Compel SEC Action On Rulemaking Petition

Coinbase has intensified efforts to force the hand of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on its crypto rulemaking petition. The firm has submitted a formal response to the Third Circuit regarding the SEC’s recent update on its rulemaking request.

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Coinbase continues push to compel SEC to act on crypto rulemaking petition

Coinbase chief legal officer Paul Grewal has once again called for a mandamus to compel the SEC to respond to the firm’s crypto rulemaking petition.

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Paradigm backs Binance in move to dismiss SEC charges

Crypto investment firm Paradigm filed an amicus brief to support Binance’s move to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit against it. According to an Oct. 13 court filing, the crypto investment firm interest in the matter revolves around ensuring that the SEC does not interpret the securities laws in a manner that […] The post Paradigm backs Binance in move to dismiss SEC charges appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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What happens if SEC doesn’t appeal Grayscale spot Bitcoin ETF ruling?

The SEC must appeal Grayscale’s win in a D.C. Appeals Court on Oct. 13, or it will have to approve — or try to delay — the firm’s Bitcoin ETF bid.

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Ripple’s Chief Financial Officer Calls It Quits Amid SEC Court Fight

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Will XRP’s Price Jump After Another Ripple Win Against the SEC Be Short-Lived?

According to analysis firm Santiment, XRP spiked 8% following news that the SEC’s appeal against Ripple was denied. The immediate aftermath saw Ripple’s native cryptocurrency, $XRP, experiencing a swift +8% surge, and it has swiftly become a focal point, constituting nearly a quarter of discussions related to the top 100 assets in the crypto space.

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Ripple Wins Court Fight as Judge Rejects SEC Appeal

Judge denies SEC appeal in landmark Ripple case, handing victory to crypto firm as high-stakes trial looms.

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FTX auditor Prager hit with lawsuit by SEC

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a lawsuit against the accounting firm Prager Metis for allegedly violating auditor independence rules in relation to its work for cryptocurrency exchange FTX.

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FTX's Former Auditor Prager Metis Sued by SEC

The regulator alleged in a court filing that the firm had entered into contracts with clients that violated auditor independence rules.

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What next as SEC chair maintains his tough stance on crypto

Gary Gensler took a firm stance on crypto regulation and Bitcoin ETFs. Bitcoin maintained stability amid regulatory discussions.  The regulatory landscape surrounding Bitcoin has been a topThe post What next as SEC chair maintains his tough stance on crypto appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ripple CEO Fortifies Legal Team With Renowned Attorney As SEC’s XRP War Heats Up

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SEC objects to Coinbase’s proposed role in Celsius bankruptcy plan

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Sept. 23 filed an objection to part of a reorganization plan advanced by bankrupt crypto firm Celsius. That filing indicates that Celsius aims to have the crypto exchange Coinbase act as a distribution agent and return funds to former users affected by its collapse.

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XRP overtakes SOL as the most traded altcoin in the U.S.

Blockchain research firm Kaiko says XRP liquidity has improved “significantly” in the U. S. after July’s court ruling in the case against the SEC. Ripple’s token XRP has become the most traded altcoin on U.

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US court denies SEC request to look into Binance US

A US District Judge has rejected SEC’s request for an inspection of Binance US documents. Binance US stood firm on its stance calling the regulatory watchdog’s request “overboard”.

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Ripple president says, ‘No going back on battle with SEC’

The president noted that it was unperturbed by the SEC's theatrics, and would see the case to the very end. The firm's hiring concentration remained outside the U.S. Monica Long, Ripple’s The post Ripple president says, ‘No going back on battle with SEC’ appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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This Latest Move Suggests SEC Lawsuit Against Ripple Is Pushing The Crypto Firm Outside The US

Ripple may be in the process of leaving the United States market for good as the prominent crypto firm has stated that it will be acquiring the majority of its employee candidates from countries outside the US.

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Ripple President Says Firm Is Ready to Fight SEC 'All The Way Through'

Ripple Labs President Monica Long reiterated firm's commitment to fight SEC all the way

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SEC’s Gary Gensler to hold firm on crypto enforcement in Senate hearing

Despite his agency suffering a slew of losses in the courts, Gensler is sticking to his guns at the Senate Banking Committee hearing.

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$XRP Finds Support At $0.50, Ripple Court Winning Unexpectedly Pumped $QUBE: What’s Going On?

InQubeta ($QUBE) and many other top altcoins received a price boost when news that a U. S. judge had ruled that Ripple Labs ($XRP) didn’t meet the requirements of a security, clearing the firm from some of the charges filed by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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SEC Appeals Ripple Case Over Complex Legal Issues While the Firm Secures Fortress Trust Acquisition

The US SEC demand for an interlocutory appeal has been slammed by Ripple's CLO Stuart Alderoty for being "hypocritical." The post SEC Appeals Ripple Case Over Complex Legal Issues While the Firm Secures Fortress Trust Acquisition appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto firm LBRY files to challenge ruling it violated US Securities Law

The SEC filed a lawsuit in a New Hampshire court arguing that LBRY’s LBC tokens were tokens and not cryptocurrencies. The SEC won a case in November 2022 and LBRY said that it would close. LBRY was also ordered to pay a fine of $111,614.

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Crypto Firm LBRY to Challenge Ruling It Violated U.S. Securities Law

The blockchain-based file-sharing network had indicated it would be winding down after a New Hampshire court ruled in favor of the SEC last November.

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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Holdings Are Spread Over 1,750 Wallet Addresses, Arkham Finds

Crypto analytics platform Arkham Intelligence claims to have found on-chain addresses associated with the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust. This revelation comes amidst the ongoing battle between asset management firm Grayscale and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over converting the Bitcoin Trust into a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust, with the […]

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Buy Ether Instead of Bitcoin to Ride ETF Momentum, Crypto Research Firm Says

There’s a high probability of approval on or before the SEC’s final deadline in mid-October for a decision on the first ether futures ETF in the U.S.

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Binance vs. SEC update, BNB and Monero firm as Everlodge draws traders

Everlodge is drawing traders while BNB and Monero are relatively firm, offering different propositions to investors. ELDG presale is ongoing

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Ripple Has Finally Responded To The SEC’s Interlocutory Appeal

In August, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed an interlocutory appeal against Judge Torres’ ruling in favor of Ripple Labs. In response, the crypto firm has now filed its reply in opposition to the SEC’s request for an appeal.

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Ripple files motion to block SEC appeal attempt

Ripple has filed a motion requesting the court to deny the SEC’s certification request for an immediate appeal of a recent court ruling that went against the regulator in its case against the firm.

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Crypto Rallies as Grayscale Wins Lawsuit Against SEC, a Landmark Decision for Cardano and Bitcoin Spark

The recent win of global asset manager Grayscale has sparked the crypto industry with a banger. The Security and Exchange Commission denied an ongoing Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) application filed by Grayscale investment firm.

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Bitcoin Spot ETFs: A Matter Of When, Not If?

Some financial news can change an asset’s trajectory forever; this week’s events could be such a watershed moment.   Grayscale, an asset management firm, scored a big court win against the SEC in pursuing a Bitcoin Spot ETF in the United States.

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Grayscale CEO Hints At Timeline For Bitcoin Spot ETF Decision

In a recent interview on “Bloomberg Markets,” Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein described the US appeals court’s decision to overturn the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) block of his firm’s proposed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) as a “huge win.

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