Political and Regulatory News

Crypto PACs Spend $2.7M on House Races

Crypto PACs spent $2.7M on House races, backing candidates favorable to digital assets in 2026 elections. Funds supported both parties.

CFTC proposals aimed at separating prediction markets from casino gambling

CFTC proposals aim to define event contracts as swaps, distinguishing prediction markets from casino gambling and clarifying their regulatory status.

Crypto’s heavy backing of Republicans alienated Democrats: Cuomo

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo stated that Crypto's heavy backing of Republicans has alienated Democrats, whose support is necessary for federal crypto legislati..

Better Markets Questions CFTC Authority Over Retail Crypto Transactions

Better Markets questions CFTC authority over retail crypto transactions, arguing the SEC is better suited for investor protection.

Jay Clayton considered for AI czar role

Jay Clayton is reportedly the leading candidate for the new AI czar role, aligning with Trump's plan for an "AI Force" to manage AI development.

Illinois will postpone implementation of crypto tax following lawsuit

Illinois will postpone its digital asset tax by six months to July 1, 2027, following a lawsuit from crypto advocacy groups challenging the 0.2% tax.

Illinois will postpone implementation of crypto tax following lawsuit

Illinois will postpone its digital asset tax by six months to July 1, 2027, following a lawsuit from crypto advocacy groups challenging the 0.2% tax.

Bitcoin think tank questions MSCI’s invisible committee on index rules

Bitcoin think tank questions MSCI’s invisible committee on index rules, focusing on MicroStrategy and Metaplanet classification.

CFTC Approves Coinbase Clearing LLC as Derivatives Clearing Organization

Coinbase has secured approval from the CFTC to operate Coinbase Clearing LLC as a derivatives clearing organization, completing its full suite of federal registrations ..

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce to leave post on Oct. 2

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce resigns Oct 2. She will join Regent University law school as an associate professor in November.

CFTC issues warning over risky prediction market ‘mention’ contracts

CFTC warns prediction market mention contracts pose high manipulation risk due to reliance on unverifiable personal conduct.

Senator Seeks Probe of US Presidents Sons Over Crypto Ventures

Senator seeks probe into US presidents sons' crypto ventures, including Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden, over financial gain concerns.

CFTC submits crypto market regulation plan for White House review

CFTC submits crypto market regulation plan to White House for review, advancing its oversight strategy for digital assets.

CoinShares crypto researcher notes Germany’s lead in adoption

CoinShares crypto researcher notes Germany's strong crypto adoption, contrasting with the UK's slower progress due to regulatory delays.

Fed Chair Implies Trump Economic View Partially Correct

Fed Chair implies Trump's economic policies could be a factor in the current landscape after a 25 basis point rate hike.

Ethiopia reduces power supply to Bitcoin miners due to drought

Ethiopia cuts electricity to Bitcoin miners by 77% due to drought and hydropower shortages, prioritizing households and manufacturing.