Regulation
'What Was Gary Gensler Really Doing?': Rep. Tom Emmer on FTX, the SEC and What's Next for Crypto in Congress
The House Whip (a.k.a. the “Crypto King of Congress”) blames over-centralization and old-fashioned fraud for FTX’s collapse, not crypto. As federal legislators consider new crypto legislation, can he persuade his colleagues of the same?
After FTX: How Congress Is Gearing Up to Regulate Crypto
The industry is finally earning the priority status it desperately wanted, but for the wrong reasons, says CoinDesk's Jesse Hamilton.
SEC Sues Eisenberg for Draining Mango Markets, Alleges MNGO a Security
It’s the latest case to emerge from Avraham Eisenberg’s “highly profitable trading strategy.”
2023: The Year Regulators Finally Grasp Crypto?
Amid a prolonged collapse in asset prices, the digital assets space had a wild 2022. The problems may force regulators’ hands on the crypto space.
FTX's Failure Highlights Need for Federally Mandated Insurance, Not More Regulation
There is extensive precedent for requiring companies providing critical infrastructure to get special insurance. Why not require crypto companies to back themselves with a market-based product, say the founders of Evertas, a crypto insurance provider.
US House Republicans to Set Up Crypto Committee to Oversee Shaky Industry: Report
The new subcommittee on digital assets, financial technology and inclusion will be chaired by Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.)
After FTX, Crypto Companies No Longer Have ‘Benefit of the Doubt’ on Capitol Hill, Says Congressman
When it comes to regulation, the U.S. needs to “get its act together,” Rep. Jim Himes told CoinDesk TV.
Hong Kong to Propose Approved Set of Crypto Tokens for Retail Trading: Reuters
The CEO of the Hong Kong's securities regulator said only "highly liquid" assets will be on the list.
Coinbase Will Pay $50M Fine to New York Regulator to Settle Background Check Charges
The settlement will also require Coinbase to invest $50 million to bolster its compliance program.
Iranian Courts Order Return of Thousands of Seized Crypto Mining Machines: Reports
The country has been cracking down on mining to deal with power shortages.
