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Coinbase faces a multibillion-dollar threat from D.C. but a 'rewards' loophole could protect its stablecoin revenue
The proposed rules could ban yield on stablecoins like USDC, though analysts say the exchange may adapt.

SEC approves Nasdaq's move to support tokenized securities trading
The SEC’s approval lets Nasdaq test blockchain-based versions of stocks that trade and settle like traditional shares.

Fairshake's $10 million Illinois misfire marks first big hitch in crypto political surge
The crypto sector's leading political action committee devoted more than 5% of its war chest trying to defeat a Senate candidate who just won her primary.

Former Binance CEO CZ waves off accusations on Iran, terror ties
The founder of the world's largest exchange distanced himself from reports about Binance activity that reports had recently suggested aided terrorism.

Key U.S. senator on crypto market structure bill negotiation: 'We think we've got it'
Senator Cynthia Lummis, at the center of legislative talks, said the discussion is down to nuance and the bill will finally emerge from her committee in April.

Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary, defeating crypto-backed Krishnamoorthi
Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton is now likely to be the next Senator from Illinois, after defeating Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, who enjoyed major backing from crypto PAC Fairshake.

Senator Tim Scott says market structure negotiations are advancing
The South Carolina Republican said he might see a draft of stablecoin yield language as soon as this week, and other issues continue to be negotiated.

U.S. SEC issues first-ever definitions for what crypto assets are securities
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission shared the informal guidance it'll use to classify crypto securities alongside its sister agency overseeing commodities.

Arizona Attorney General files criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi
Kris Mayes filed 20 criminal counts against the prediction market operator, escalating a multi-state legal clash over sports and election predictions markets.

Popular Solana wallet Phantom wins CFTC nod to access regulated derivatives markets
This means Phantom can act as a non-custodial interface connecting users to registered derivatives platforms, removing the need for broker registration under specific conditions.
