In a significant shift, eToro, a well-known trading platform, has announced its decision to limit trading of digital assets to a select few, following a $1.5 million settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This action stems from a rigorous investigation initiated by the SEC, which since 2020 has scrutinized eToro’s operations involving
Regulation
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, Congressman John Rose has initiated a pivotal change in the regulatory framework for digital assets with the introduction of the BRIDGE Digital Assets Act. This proposed legislation aims to create a Joint Advisory Committee that would be co-managed by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the
The Property (Digital Assets, etc.) Bill introduced by the Law Commission of the UK Parliament marks a significant milestone in recognizing digital holdings as legal assets. The bill aims to include cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and carbon credits as personal property under British law. This legislative development is crucial as it is the first time
In recent years, the rise of crypto scams, specifically the “pig butchering” schemes, has caused billions in losses, prompting the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to take action. Collaborating with federal and private organizations, the regulator aims to educate consumers about the warning signs of these scams and prevent fraud before it occurs. The CFTC’s
Recently, lawmakers have initiated a joint investigation into the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), expressing concerns over potentially politically motivated hiring practices within the agency. The investigation, led by Committee Chairmen Jim Jordan, Patrick McHenry, and James Comer, aims to ascertain whether the SEC violated federal laws by considering political affiliations in the recruitment of
US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce has been vocal about her ongoing concerns regarding the SEC’s Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 (SAB 121). In a response to a speech by SEC Chief Accountant Paul Munter on Sept. 9, where Munter reaffirmed the SEC’s unchanged stance on SAB 121, Peirce reiterated her apprehensions
In 2024, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made headlines by imposing a staggering $4.68 billion in fines against various crypto companies. This marked a significant increase from previous years and indicated a more aggressive regulatory approach by the agency. According to a report by Social Capital Markets, the total fines imposed by the
The Digital Chamber (TDC) has recently made a plea to Congress to pass legislation that would categorize certain non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as consumer goods rather than subjecting them to federal securities laws. This request comes in the wake of increased scrutiny from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), particularly through actions taken against NFT marketplace
In a controversial move, North Carolina legislators have successfully overturned Governor Roy Cooper’s veto on a bill that would have prohibited the state from implementing a central bank digital currency (CBDC). The Republican-dominated Senate’s approval of House Bill 690 with a 27-17 vote signals a decisive victory in the ongoing battle over the future of
Recently, the Federal Reserve issued a cease and desist order to United Texas Bank (UTB) on August 29, 2023. This order came after an examination conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and the Texas Department of Banking earlier in May of the same year. The examination revealed alleged deficiencies in the bank’s corporate
