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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is comprehensively reexamining its regulatory framework concerning novel exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This initiative includes specific consideration for those investing in emerging asset classes like cryptocurrency. The agency has officially opened a crucial public comment period, inviting stakeholders to contribute insights on potential overhauls to existing U.S. rules governing … Read more

Crypto wallet Phantom has initiated a significant strategic maneuver, reinforcing its commitment to the burgeoning perpetual futures market. This pivotal move involves the acquisition of key talent: Alvin Hsia, Emily Hsia, and Aris Samad, the visionary creators behind Ventuals. This team recently dissolved its prominent OpenAI and Anthropic perpetual futures markets on Hyperliquid, a decentralized … Read more

A U.S. judge has imposed a substantial 30-year prison sentence on Chinese businessman Miles Guo, also identified as Ho Wan Kwok, following his conviction in 2024 for masterminding a fraudulent crypto operation exceeding $1 billion. This landmark sentencing underscores regulatory efforts to combat illicit activities within the burgeoning digital asset space and protect retail investors … Read more

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated a comprehensive reevaluation of its regulatory approach to novel Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). This move, outlined in a recent request for comment, signals potential significant changes for investment vehicles, particularly those encompassing the burgeoning crypto sector and other less traditional assets. The objective is to foster innovation … Read more

Crypto wallet giant Phantom announced its strategic deepening into perpetual futures, confirming the hire of the Ventuals team, the innovative minds previously responsible for Hyperliquid’s high-profile OpenAI and Anthropic perpetual futures markets. This move signals a significant push by Phantom to evolve beyond traditional asset custody and embrace a more comprehensive role as a decentralized … Read more

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated a comprehensive re-evaluation of its regulatory framework governing novel Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). This move, particularly impactful for the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector, marks a pivotal moment for asset managers and investors seeking broader market access for less traditional assets. SEC Seeks Public Input on ETF Overhaul … Read more

Circle (CRCL) shares experienced a significant decline following the announcement of the Open Standard consortium and its new stablecoin, Open USD (OUSD). The market reaction, which saw Circle’s stock crater on Tuesday, has sparked a debate among financial analysts: is this a mere market overreaction, or does OUSD represent a genuine existential threat to Circle’s … Read more