Government policy, laws and regulation shaping digital assets and the future of money.
The cryptocurrency market saw a wild surge in XRP’s market capitalization, pushing it to its highest value in over two years. This dramatic climb allowed XRP to surpass USD Coin (USDC), slotting it as the seventh-largest cryptocurrency by market cap with a total of $36 billion. The surge occurred during a time when the broader … Read more
XRP, the native token of blockchain company Ripple, surged by approximately 20% to $0.83 on Thursday after Gary Gensler, Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), hinted that he might step down during a speech. This marked XRP’s highest value since July 2023, a significant recovery since the New York court ruling determined … Read more
In a bold move that could have far-reaching implications for the future of cryptocurrency regulation, 18 Republican Attorneys General have filed a lawsuit accusing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of overreach in its enforcement actions against the crypto industry. The lawsuit, filed in the Eastern District of Kentucky, targets not only the SEC … Read more
As the U.S. positions itself to become a global crypto hub, China may face increasing pressure to rethink its stance on digital assets. While China has long maintained a strict ban on cryptocurrency trading and mining, market experts, including Xiao Feng, CEO and Chairman of Hong Kong-based HashKey crypto exchange, believe that the country may … Read more
Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, recently made waves in the crypto community by praising Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, calling him a “great CEO” and describing their recent conversation as “highly collaborative.” This unexpected gesture has ignited speculation about a potential partnership between Cardano and Ripple, two blockchain giants that have been grappling with similar … Read more
The long-running legal case between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could finally be nearing its conclusion. Recent developments, particularly the election of President Donald Trump, whose pro-crypto stance could influence regulatory policies, suggest that the resolution of the case might be on the horizon. If Trump appoints a new SEC … Read more
Bybit secured a full Virtual Asset Platform Operator license from the UAE’s federal SCA. What it covers, why the SCA not VARA, and the 2026 licensing landscape.
During the recent Hong Kong Fintech Week, The Cryptonomist had the opportunity to speak with Mr. King Leung, Global Head of Fintech, Financial Services, and Sustainability at InvestHK. His insights shed light on Hong Kong’s strategic focus on the regulation of cryptocurrency exchanges and stablecoins, two key areas that the Hong Kong government is targeting … Read more
The Coinbase-backed advocacy group, Stand With Crypto, has expanded its efforts to Australia, marking a significant step in its global push for clearer crypto regulations and more favorable policies. This move comes as the Australian cryptocurrency industry faces increasing challenges due to a lack of regulatory clarity, which has led many businesses and entrepreneurs to … Read more
Bitcoin has soared to a new all-time high (ATH) of $81,858, marking a nearly 21% increase in value. This remarkable surge is being attributed to the election of former President Donald Trump, whose pro-crypto stance during his campaign has fueled investor optimism. As digital currencies continue to gain mainstream traction, many are hopeful that Trump’s … Read more