Former Blockchain exec joins SEC as director of trading and markets

The SEC hires former Blockchain.com executive Jamie Selway as director of trading and markets, alongside crypto-experienced Brian Daly, amid ongoing US regulatory discussions on digital assets.
Crypto Regulation Weekly – Clarity Advances, Stablecoins Hit

The article discusses recent U.S. crypto regulation developments, including the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act’s progress and ongoing stablecoin concerns. It highlights bipartisan support and industry reactions.
Fidelity Files S-1 With SEC, Aiming to Launch Spot Solana ETF – Crypto News Bitcoin News

Fidelity Investments has filed an S-1 with the SEC to launch a spot Solana ETF, aiming to directly hold SOL tokens, marking a significant step in crypto ETF approvals.
Gotbit Collapse: $23M Wash-Trade Conviction, SEC Suit Looms

Gotbit CEO Aleksei Andriunin sentenced to 8 months for $23M crypto wash-trading scheme. The firm faces probation, forfeiture, and shutdown amid SEC scrutiny and FBI investigation.
Solana ETF Applicants Submit Updated SEC Filings With Staking – Decrypt

Seven ETF issuers filed amended S-1 forms for Solana ETFs with the SEC, seeking approval to include staking capabilities, which could generate yield for investors.
Ethereum Foundation Stakes $1.25M War Chest to Shield Tornado Cash’s Roman Storm

The Ethereum Foundation has pledged $500,000 for Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm’s legal defense, matching up to $750,000 in community donations, citing privacy and open-source development principles.
Donald Trump Vows Day-One Crypto Reset; GENIUS Vote Looms

Donald Trump pledges to implement crypto-friendly policies, including ending Biden’s ‘war on crypto’ and creating a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, while supporting the GENIUS Act for stablecoins.
No ‘Easy Road’ At The CFTC, Commissioner Caroline Pham Says

CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham warns of no ‘easy road’ for crypto despite a pro-innovation stance, emphasizing strict enforcement against fraud and bad actors in the industry.
SEC, Ripple file motion to release $125M in escrow as case winds down

Ripple and the SEC filed a joint motion to release $125M in escrow, with $50M going to the SEC as a penalty and $75M returning to Ripple, marking the end of their 4.5-year legal battle.
Ethereum Foundation Backs Tornado Cash Dev With $500K

The Ethereum Foundation donated $500K to Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm’s legal defense and will match community donations up to $750K, amid U.S. money laundering charges.