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Regulation by Enforcement Is 'Not Effective' for the Crypto Industry: SEC Commissioner Peirce
Hester Peirce, Commissioner of the Securities and Exchange Commission, joins CoinDesk Live at Consensus 2024 to discuss the state of crypto regulation in the U.S. Plus, insights on the concerns surrounding the agency's regulation by enforcement approach and the regulator's plans for better coordination with the CFTC.
SEC Chair Gensler Got the FIT21 Bill 'Wrong': Rep. French Hill
Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.) answers five rapid-fire questions from CoinDesk, including what the FIT21 bill entails, his reaction to SEC Chair Gensler's comments on the bill, and whether we could expect a Hill chairmanship at the House Financial Services Committee.
SEC's Gensler Pushes Back Against House Bill; Crypto Exchanges Form Coalition to Tackle Scams
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as SEC Chair Gary Gensler pushes back against the FIT21 bill hours before a planned vote on Wednesday, saying that the bill “would create new regulatory gaps." Plus, crypto exchanges Coinbase, Kraken, and other firms have joined an alliance to tackle scams. And, WisdomTree won approval to list crypto ETPs on the London Stock Exchange.
SEC Asking for Ether ETF Filings Update Is 'Somewhat Surprising': Legal Expert
Howard Fischer, Moses Singer Partner and former SEC Senior Trial Counsel, weighs in on the agency's request for potential spot ether ETF issuers to update their filings. "A lot of people were under the impression that this was dead in the water," Fischer said.
Former SEC Senior Trial Counsel on Spot Ether ETF Approval Outlook
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked aspiring ether exchange-traded fund exchanges to update key filings related to these products. Moses Singer Partner and former SEC Senior Trial Counsel, Howard A. Fischer breaks down what the request could mean for the application process.
Ether Jumps on Spot ETF Hopes; Hex Trust Issues Stablecoin on Flare
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including the surge in ether (ETH) to above the $3,800 level as traders anticipate a spot ether ETF approval in the U.S. Plus, Fidelity amended its S-1 filing with the SEC and Hex Trust Group issued the first native stablecoin on layer-1 blockchain Flare.
TON, RNDR Surge; Kraken Asks Court to Dismiss SEC Claims
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as TON, and RNDR tokens have rallied over 13% in 24 hours. Plus, Kraken's lawyers have asked a court to dismiss the SEC's claims against the exchange. And, Binance and KuCoin became the first offshore crypto-related entities to be approved by India's anti-money laundering unit.
Robinhood Is Unlikely to Win in a 'Full-On Battle' With the SEC: Legal Expert
Lisa Bragança, Bragança Law attorney and former SEC enforcement branch chief, answers five rapid-fire questions from CoinDesk, including insights on Robinhood's Wells Notice from the SEC, what it will take for clearer crypto regulation in the U.S. and her potential career as a bass player!
What Happens if ETH Is Deemed a Security?
Lisa Bragança, Bragança Law attorney and former SEC enforcement branch chief, joins "First Mover" to discuss Robinhood's Wells Notice from the SEC and the agency's approach to crypto regulation. Plus, why the SEC will likely go after ether staking, and what happens to ETH holders if ether is deemed a security in the U.S.
Binance CEO Calls on Nigeria to Release Detained Executive; Galaxis Raises $10M
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as Binance CEO Richard Teng called on the Nigerian government to release Tigran Gambaryan, who flew to the country in February for talks on regulatory supervision. Plus, a research report from KBW says Robinhood would likely win a court case with the SEC given its conservative approach to digital asset listings. And, Singapore-based Web3 platform Galaxis raised $10 million ahead of its token launch.
