Category: Law of the Chain
-

SEC to accept additional firms as cryptocurrency custodians for asset management
The SEC’s expanded crypto custodian approvals signal regulatory maturation, enabling traditional finance firms to securely hold digital assets for institutional clients.
-

House Republicans Investigate Gary Gensler Over Deleted SEC Text Messages
The investigation examines potential SEC record-keeping failures, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in financial regulatory oversight under Chairman Gensler.
-
Tornado Cash co-founder moves to dismiss his sole criminal conviction
Roman Storm’s legal challenge contests the interpretation of money transmission laws, setting precedent for DeFi developer liability and regulatory boundaries in cryptocurrency.
-

SEC allows advisers to use state trusts for cryptocurrency custody temporarily
The SEC’s temporary approval allows investment advisers to use state-chartered trust companies for crypto custody, expanding institutional options while regulatory frameworks evolve.
-

Republicans investigate former SEC chief over deleted communications
The investigation into deleted SEC communications raises concerns about regulatory transparency and record-keeping practices, potentially impacting future enforcement actions and oversight credibility.
-

Bank of England governor suggests stablecoins change financial system
The Bank of England governor indicates stablecoins may reshape financial infrastructure, highlighting central banks’ growing focus on digital currency integration and systemic impact.
-

US government shutdown affects cryptocurrency regulation and market stability
The US government shutdown creates regulatory uncertainty for cryptocurrency markets, potentially delaying key policy decisions and institutional adoption timelines amid broader financial instability concerns.
-

SEC Plans to Allow Crypto Stock Trading Amid Regulatory Developments
The SEC’s potential allowance of crypto stock trading signals regulatory evolution, potentially bridging traditional finance with digital assets and expanding market accessibility for investors.
-

UK seeks to keep $6.7 billion in Bitcoin seized from Chinese fraud case
This case demonstrates increasing global law enforcement capabilities in tracking cryptocurrency transactions and sets precedent for asset forfeiture in cross-border financial crimes involving digital currencies.
-

SEC halts QMMM trading after 959 percent surge on manipulation concerns
The SEC suspended QMMM trading due to concerns over crypto treasury manipulation, highlighting regulatory scrutiny on market volatility and potential investor protection risks in digital assets.