crypto regulations

The cryptocurrency sector is pushing for a reset with the banking industry following years of strained relations and regulatory crackdowns. What Happened: The collapse of key industry players like FTX in 2022 and subsequent bank account closures left many crypto companies and founders struggling to...

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, digital asset firms are wondering how a potential change in leadership could influence federal regulations surrounding crypto. Mario Nawfal, CEO of IBC Group and upcoming speaker at the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference, shared how his...

The Wells notice issued to NFT marketplace OpenSea by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday has sparked a renewed call for clear and comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations. What Happened: Industry leaders argue that the current approach of “regulation by enforcement...

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), recently expressed his concerns over the current state of cryptocurrency regulation, particularly in the United States. What Happened: While responding to a user on decentralized social network, Warpast, Buterin criticized the “anarcho-...

Amid growing anticipation about the potential approval of a spot Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States, global investment manager VanEck's ETF has been listed by the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) under the ticker symbol "ETHV." What Happened: This development is...

The Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) would undermine investor protections and hinder the SEC’s regulatory efforts, the financial watchdog’s Chair Gary Gensler stated on Wednesday. What Happened: “FIT21 would create new regulatory gaps and...

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent request for revisions to Ether ETF applications has sparked a wave of optimism in the cryptocurrency industry. Benzinga talked to experts, who believe a potential green light for these ETFs could attract new investments and...

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with additional details. CME Group (NASDAQ:CME), the world’s largest futures exchange, is gearing up to introduce Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) trading, seizing the opportunity presented by the growing appetite for cryptocurrencies among Wall Street...

The head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Rostin Behnam, issued a warning to the cryptocurrency industry, predicting a surge in enforcement actions as the market rebounds and attracts more retail investors. What Happened: Speaking at the recent Milken Institute’s 27th...

A popular analyst released a bullish forecast for Bitcoin and altcoin prices, predicting significant growth by the end of 2025. Youtube channel Coin Bureau host Guy Turner expected Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and altcoins to surpass their current all-time highs, with Bitcoin potentially reaching close to...

Crypto investment platform Mudrex on Monday announced the introduction of U.S. Bitcoin Spot Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) to its platform, targeting Indian investors, and allowing them to engage with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) through a regulated framework. What Happened: Starting now, investors in India...

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is once again dominating headlines, edging past its previous all-time high on Tuesday and reigniting the curiosity of potential investors.  While the prospect of joining the Bitcoin revolution is enticing, navigating the purchase process can seem daunting for...

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday defended its regulatory authority over certain cryptocurrency assets in a legal confrontation with crypto exchange Binance (CRYPTO: BNB), as the latter urged a federal judge to dismiss the agency's lawsuit against it. What...

A panel at the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland titled "Clear-Eyed About Crypto" agreed the cryptocurrency industry needs further regulatory clarity. The panel also struck an optimistic tone but rejected the appeal of meme coins like Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE). When...

Nate Geraci, President of ETFStore, an investment advisor, highlighted the key areas to watch in the final stages of the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) ETF race. Here is what investment professionals are watching and why you should be watching it too. 1. The Fee Wars: Happy Days For...