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US Lawmakers Urge SEC to ‘Immediately’ Approve Spot Bitcoin ETFs — Say There’s No Reason to Deny Applications
28.9.2023
Four U.S. lawmakers have called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to immediately approve spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). “Following the Court of Appeals’ decision, there is no reason to continue to deny such applications under inconsistent...
Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Down 3% Amid SEC ETF Delays, US Lawmakers' Advocacy, & Rate Hike Impacts
27.9.2023
Bitcoin, the world's most valuable cryptocurrency, was trading below $27,000 early on Wednesday, showing a nearly 0.50% decrease in price to $26,220.
The overall crypto market cap was at $1.05 trillion, indicating a 0.46% decrease over the past 24 hours. The poor performance of Bitcoin...
US lawmakers call on SEC chair to approve spot Bitcoin ETFs 'immediately'
26.9.2023
The members of the House Financial Services Committee are expected to question Gary Gensler during a Sept. 27 hearing on SEC oversight
U.S. House Lawmakers Push SEC’s Gensler to Approve Spot Bitcoin ETF ‘Immediately’
26.9.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) should listen to the courts and give up its efforts to block exchange traded funds (ETFs) holding bitcoins, a bipartisan group of lawmakers argued in a letter to SEC Chair Gary Gensler
Brazil Debates Bill To Protect Debtors’ Digital Assets
20.9.2023
Brazilian lawmakers make moves to include cryptocurrencies in the list of debtors-protected assets on behalf of creditors following their recognition as tradable property.
In recent months, Brazil has embarked on a major change to reduce the seizures of debtors' assets which is meant to settle...
Brazilian lawmakers seek to add crypto to debtors’ protected assets list
20.9.2023
Cryptocurrencies may become a part of the personal savings category, protected from seizures on behalf of creditors
Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Crypto Bill Gains Support Among US Lawmakers
18.9.2023
Nine U.S. lawmakers have thrown their support behind the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, recently reintroduced in Congress by Senators Elizabeth Warren, Roger Marshall, Joe Manchin, and Lindsey Graham. Experts have warned that this crypto bill is the most direct attack on the privacy...
US lawmakers advance legislation blocking the digital dollar
17.9.2023
On Sep. 20 the House Financial Services Committee will mark up two bills blocking a potential digital dollar in the United States
‘Brazilian Crypto Scam Firm Donated $122k to Bolsonaro Election Campaign,’ Lawmakers Told
14.9.2023
An investor in a suspected Brazilian crypto pyramid has claimed the firm behind the “scam” donated over $122,000 to ex-President Jair Bolsonaro’s 2018 election campaign.
Per O Globo, the allegations came to light at a recent parliamentary hearing, as the nation’s lawmakers continue to investigate...
Republican Lawmakers Reintroduce CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act to Block Digital Dollar
13.9.2023
U.S. Congressman Tom Emmer, with the support of 49 Republican lawmakers, reintroduced the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act.
This legislation seeks to block the issuance of a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) that could undermine Americans' right to financial privacy, as per the...
50 US Lawmakers Reintroduce ‘CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act’ to Protect ‘the American Way of Life’
13.9.2023
Fifty U.S. lawmakers have reintroduced the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act to prohibit the Federal Reserve from issuing a retail central bank digital currency “while protecting innovation and any future development of true digital cash.” Congressman Tom Emmer stressed: “President Biden is willing...
Blockchain Association responds to US lawmakers’ request for crypto tax guidance
8.9.2023
Lawmakers with the U.S. Senate Financial Services Committee announced in July they would be accepting suggestions on how to tax crypto until Sept. 8
Australian lawmakers send back crypto bill by Andrew Bragg
4.9.2023
Introduced in March 2023, Australia’s bill on digital asset market regulation has faced a series of report delays by the Senate, and it's now been sent back for amendments
Economist Peter Schiff Warns Bidenomics Will Soon Be Exposed for Fraud
2.9.2023
Economist Peter Schiff has warned that Bidenomics “will soon be exposed for the fraud that it is, as inflation and unemployment heat up while the economy cools down.” He cautioned: “If Americans think the economy is bad now, just wait until they see what’s coming. Once...
US Lawmaker: Americans Don’t Need CBDC That Can Track Purchases Like China’s Digital Yuan
1.9.2023
Several lawmakers have expressed concerns about the privacy risks of the Federal Reserve issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC). “Americans have a right to financial privacy,” one congressman said, emphasizing: “We do not need a CBDC that can track your purchases like China does...
Biden’s Regulators Urged to Work With Congress on Crypto Regulation
1.9.2023
A number of U.S. lawmakers have urged regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), to work with Congress on crypto regulation. “Chair Gensler’s regulation by enforcement is unlawful and does nothing to protect consumers. It’s time for Biden’s...
Republican Lawmakers Accuse Fed of Obstructing Advancements on Stablecoin Bill
29.8.2023
A group of Republican lawmakers have expressed their concerns regarding the Federal Reserve's recent measures aimed at strengthening its oversight of crypto and stablecoin activities within banks.
These lawmakers have complained that such actions are hindering the advancement of their proposed...
Lawmakers Object to Federal Reserve’s Stablecoin Guidelines — Say They Undermine Legislative Progress
29.8.2023
Several U.S. lawmakers have objected to the Federal Reserve’s stablecoin regulatory guidelines, which they believe “will undoubtedly deter financial institutions from participating in the digital asset ecosystem.” According to the lawmakers, “The Fed has chosen to effectively...
Coin Center responds to US lawmakers' request for crypto tax guidance
21.8.2023
Among the crypto advocacy group's suggestions included a De Minimis exemption for crypto transactions and having the IRS provide guidance on block rewards, airdrops, and hard forks
Lawmakers Probe SEC and FINRA Over ‘Shady Approval’ of Prometheum
17.8.2023
U.S. lawmakers are probing the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) regarding the “shady approval” of Prometheum “as the first and only special purpose broker-dealer for digital assets.” They raised concerns about the timing...