SEC
What Happens if Ether Is a Security?
A recent suit filed by the New York Attorney General could have far-ranging complications for crypto exchanges that list ether.
The SEC's Custody Rule Would Be a Net Positive for Crypto
Crypto exchanges should be required to separate their custody and trading businesses, says Mike Belshe, the CEO of BitGo.
Judges Appear Skeptical of SEC Arguments in Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Hearing
A panel of judges appeared skeptical of the SEC's arguments during Tuesday's appeals court hearing in Grayscale's ongoing bid to convert its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into an ETF. This comes as the GBTC discount to net asset value has narrowed to below 35%, its lowest point since Nov. 7, according to data from TradingView. Grayscale Investments Chief Legal Officer Craig Salm weighs in. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by Digital Currency Group (DCG).
Silvergate's Collapse May Spell Regulatory Trouble for Crypto
Silvergate’s woes are an ill omen for the broader crypto industry.
Fed Chair Addresses Crypto Risks; Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Hearing Developments
U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testified before Congress on Tuesday, warning banks should be "quite cautious" about getting involved in digital assets. Separately, a panel of judges appeared skeptical of the SEC's arguments during Grayscale's Bitcoin ETF hearing. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by Digital Currency Group.
GBTC Discount Narrows to Lowest Level Since November Following Court Hearing
The three-judge panel appeared skeptical of the SEC’s reasoning for denying conversion of the trust to an ETF.
A Dozen Reasons Why the SEC Should Have Approved Grayscale's Spot Bitcoin ETF
Gary Gensler has rejected every bitcoin exchange-traded fund application in the name of consumer protection. So why doesn't he listen to what consumers have to say?
Judges Express Skepticism of SEC Arguments in Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Hearing
The panel of appeals court judges questioned the SEC's logic in drawing a distinction between bitcoin spot market prices and futures market prices.
Voyager Bankruptcy Judge Expresses Skepticism Over U.S. SEC's Objection to Binance US Deal
The federal judge overseeing bankrupt crypto lender Voyager Digital's effort to sell itself to Binance US had some harsh words for a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) attorney over the agency's objection to the deal. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what we know so far.
Grayscale Bitcoin Trust at Issue in Court
The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust discount to net asset value has fallen to its lowest level in a month, ahead of oral arguments in federal court related to Grayscale's lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what to expect. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by Digital Currency Group (DCG).
