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Here's What's Inside the First Major Bipartisan Crypto Bill
Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Cynthia Lummis introduced their long-awaited crypto legislation that favors the CFTC as a watchdog and wipes away tax worries for purchases of less than $200. “The Hash” breaks down what it could mean for the future of crypto regulation.
CFTC Sues Gemini Over Bitcoin Futures Case From 2017
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Gemini Trust on allegations of “misleading statements and information” made by the exchange’s staff during their 2017 launch trading of a BTC futures contract. Jones Day Financial Markets Partner Josh Sterling discusses why the lawsuit is a “forward looking” lesson for crypto regulation.
CFTC Sues Gemini Over Bitcoin Futures Case From 2017
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Gemini Trust Company LLC on allegations the crypto exchange’s staff misled the federal regulator during Gemini’s 2017 effort to launch trading of what would have been the United States' first bitcoin futures contracts. CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the details of the lawsuit and its implications for bitcoin spot ETFs.
Fmr CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz on Crypto Markets Outlook Amid Rising Inflation
On the heels of President Biden's meeting with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, former CFTC Commissioner and current a16z advisor Brian Quintenz discusses the need for the Fed to take an "aggressive approach" to tackling soaring inflation and the potential outcomes for the crypto industry. Plus, his bear market strategy and thoughts on Terra's implosion.
US Court Orders BitMEX Founders to Pay $30M for Illegal Trading
According to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the three co-founders of BitMEX have been ordered to pay $30 million for operating an illegal cryptocurrency derivatives platform and violating money-laundering rules. “The Hash” group discusses BitMEX’s role in the early stages of the crypto space and how newer exchanges like Coinbase and Binance have dealt with regulatory tensions.
Russian Crypto Miner BitRiver Hit by US Sanctions
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses Russian crypto mining firm BitRiver being hit with U.S. sanctions amid the invasion of Ukraine. Plus, a conversation about a recent meeting between FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried and members of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
FTX US to Meet With CFTC Regarding Derivatives Trades
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses an upcoming meeting between the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and crypto exchange FTX US regarding their proposal to directly settle derivatives trades. Plus, insights into FTX’s acquisition of derivatives provider LedgerX.
SEC Proposal to Redefine ‘Exchanges’ Has Big Implications for Crypto
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposal to expand the definition of “exchanges” and the possible implications for the crypto industry. Plus, a conversation on the role of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in digital assets oversight.
FalconX Exec on BTC Slipping Below $40K, Crypto Swap Initiative
FalconX Chief of Staff Austin Reid discusses the current state of the crypto markets as bitcoin slips below $40,000 while investors prepare for Tax Day. Plus, a conversation about institutional interest in altcoins and FalconX recently becoming the first CFTC-registered cryptocurrency swap dealer.
