Hashdex again amends S-1 for Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF

November 26, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Another amended filing signals continued progress toward bringing a diversified cryptocurrency index fund to US exchanges.

Asset manager Hashdex has submitted its second amended application for a proposed exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed as a one-stop-shop cryptocurrency portfolio, according to a Nov. 25 regulatory filing.

The revised filing signals continued progress for the crypto index ETF with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the United States’ top financial regulator.

Hashdex filed its first amended S-1 in October after the SEC asked for more time to reach a decision on whether to authorize the ETF for trading.

Court prolongs Tornado Cash developer Pertsev’s pre-trial detention

November 23, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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The court decision raises alarming legal concerns for the developers of privacy-preserving blockchain protocols.

Alexey Pertsev’s pre-trial detention has been prolonged in another worrying sign for open-source code developers, particularly of privacy-preserving technologies.

Pertsev, the developer of the cryptocurrency mixing protocol Tornado Cash, will remain in detention as he awaits his trial, he announced in a Nov. 21 X post:

Pre-trial detention is prolonged. Source: Alexey Pertsev

CFTC commissioner urges US crypto policy reforms

November 22, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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The CFTC’s Summer Mersinger advocated structured crypto regulations and urged the industry to engage with the incoming US administration.

Speaking at the North American Blockchain Summit on Nov. 21, CFTC Commissioner Summer Mersinger discussed the need for standard US crypto-related policies through notice and comment regulation.

The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has played a role in implementing the current “regulation by enforcement” strategy alongside the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under the outgoing administration, as evidenced by recent charges against Uniswap Labs.

Mersinger also said recent litigation against a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) required the CFTC to seek a court verdict for entity classification. In this case, the CFTC wanted to classify the DAO as a corporation or association:

Trump mulls tapping crypto-friendly CFTC chair: Report

November 15, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Summer Mersinger, a Republican CFTC commissioner who has urged the regulatory to take a more accommodating stance on crypto, is among those under consideration

President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is considering current and former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) officials to chair the financial regulatory agency, according to Reuters News.

The CFTC plays a crucial role in regulated cryptocurrency markets in the United States, second only to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Summer Mersinger, a Republican CFTC commissioner who has urged the regulator to take a more accommodating stance on crypto, is among those under consideration to chair the agency, Reuters reported.

Crypto community hopeful about new Senate leader John Thune

November 14, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Not endorsed by Donald Trump, Senator John Thune defeated the Elon Musk-supported Senator Rick Scott to become the new Senate majority leader.

The cryptocurrency industry has high hopes for regulatory clarity in the United States as the Republican Party elected Senator John Thune of South Dakota as the new Senate majority leader.

Thune won the Senate majority leader race on Nov. 13, defeating the Elon Musk-endorsed Senator Rick Scott of Florida.

“We will work to make America prosperous again by streamlining the bureaucratic machine and overturning costly Biden-Harris regulations,” Thune stated in a speech after winning.

‘Significant Changes’ Loom: SEC’s Crypto Strategy Faces Potential Overhaul

November 8, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Significant changes are on the horizon for the SEC, predicts Coinbase’s legal chief, who foresees a Trump-led agency narrowing its focus to fraud instead of sweeping industry crackdowns. SEC Faces Reckoning — Crypto Industry Awaits New Dawn in Washington Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal foresees “significant changes” to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission […]

Live Countdown to US Elections 2024: What’s at stake for crypto

November 4, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Follow Cointelegraph’s live updates as we count down to the US Elections 2024, exploring its potential impact on crypto regulations, markets, and the future of digital assets.

This live blog is being actively updated with the latest updates from the US Elections 2024.

In the final hours before Election Day, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump wrapped up months of campaigning with last-minute rallies and events across swing states.

Harris spent Nov. 4 in Pennsylvania, kicking off her day in Scranton before delivering remarks in Allentown. She also attended rallies and concerts in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia with celebrities.

CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder

October 27, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation.

India’s regulatory position on cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies continues to fuel debate, with recent discussions suggesting CBDCs could have an edge over “private cryptocurrencies.”

In an Oct. 23 X post, Sumit Gupta, the co-founder and CEO of CoinDCX, argued that CBDCs and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) serve different purposes and “shouldn’t be viewed as competitors.”

His post prompted responses from the crypto community, with some warning that CBDCs could resemble “digital fiat,” potentially carrying the same inflationary risks as traditional currencies.

Study: Trump Win Likely to Spark Bullish Trend in Crypto Prices

October 24, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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A recent study reveals that nearly two-thirds of surveyed U.S. citizens (64.7%) believe a Donald Trump or Republican victory in the presidential election would spark a bullish trend in crypto prices. This optimism stems from the Republican Party’s business-friendly reputation, which resonates with crypto enthusiasts. On the flip side, only 9.1% of respondents think a […]

Tether Founder Paolo Ardoino Says US Is Dropping the Ball on Crypto Regulation Amid Run-Up to Election

October 24, 2024 The Daily Hodl

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The founder and CEO of stablecoin company Tether (USDT) says that whoever wins in the upcoming US presidential election should support the growth of crypto. In an interview, Paolo Ardoino says that while the US has always been the world’s prominent pack leader, it is not the case when it comes to crypto. “The US […]

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