Regulation
Bitstamp: ‘Regulation Is Coming to Crypto’
Bitstamp’s Hunter Merghart says regulation is coming to crypto. “You can either fight it, or you can try to work with the regulators to develop a framework that helps the entire industry grow,” said Merghart. Plus, how Bitstamp ensures it can handle high traffic during the bull market.
Could Regulatory Clarity Remove Barriers to Crypto Innovation?
Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio), one of the authors of a new bipartisan bill in Congress that aims to provide regulatory clarity to the crypto industry, shares his insights on the current state of governmental regulation. “That’s the thing this space needs, is clarity,” said Davidson. “Not no regulation, but a light touch to provide certainty.”
US Lawmakers Introduce Bill Aimed at Clarifying Crypto Regulations
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers introduced a bill that seeks to bring the CFTC, SEC and Congress together to get clarity and consensus on government cryptocurrency regulations. “The Hash” panel debates the timing and possible outcomes.
Senate Banking Committee Holds GameStop Hearing
The Senate continues its examination of retail investing, holding another hearing on the recent GameStop stock frenzy today. CoinDesk’s Nik De on what to expect. Plus, a peek into the complicated world of NFT regulation.
How the IRS Plans to Root Out Crypto Tax Evasion
"Operation Hidden Treasure" sounds fun, but it's actually a new IRS plan to uncover and tax unreported crypto income. Is this an overreach or government regulations finally catching up to the crypto markets? "The Hash" panel debates.
Fugitive BitMEX Founder Arthur Hayes Considering Surrender
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes' days on the lam might be coming to an end. Newly surfaced court documents indicate Hayes' lawyers are in talks with federal authorities to arrange Hayes' surrender soon. "The Hash" panel discusses the recent developments and what they mean for the future of crypto regulation.
Canada’s First ETF a Positive Sign for American Approval
CoinDesk regulatory reporter Nikhilesh De discusses the significance of Canada’s first open-ended bitcoin exchange-traded fund, and provides the First Mover team with an update on Nigeria’s proposed bitcoin ban.
‘Too Slow and Too Ambiguous’ SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on Crypto Regulation
Hester Peirce is an SEC Commissioner and fierce advocate for smart, pro-innovation regulation of the crypto industry.
