Investors in crypto asset securities have been warned by Gary Gensler, the current SEC Chair, that they may be deprived of key information and other important protections in connection with their investments. Gensler emphasized that those offering crypto asset investments or services must adhere to applicable laws, including federal securities laws. He also warned of […]
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently issued additional comments on the pending S-1a applications of various Bitcoin ETF applicants. This move, while potentially seen as a sign of delay, is actually a standard part of the regulatory process, often necessitated by ongoing amendments such as fee structures.Bloomberg expert James Seyffart has […]
Financial expert and author Linda P. Jones recently discussed the future of Ripple’s XRP, urging investors to be patient due to upcoming events that could significantly impact the asset’s value. Despite its recent lackluster performance, Jones believes that several factors could fuel a rally for XRP in the near future.The outcome of the ongoing Ripple […]
As the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is on the brink of approving a Bitcoin spot ETF, its chair, Gary Gensler, has issued a warning to cryptocurrency investors. His statements, made on January 8th, have sparked intense discussions within the crypto community about the likelihood of the SEC approving a Bitcoin spot ETF on January […]
Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) could potentially trade at an 8% premium to spot, with in-kind redemptions still a possibility in the future, according to a recent interview with Reggie Browne from GTS on Bloomberg ETF IQ. Browne, who is part of the trading and liquidity services provider, discussed the potential approval of a spot […]
South Korean crypto exchange, Upbit, has secured a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license for its Singapore branch, Upbit Singapore, from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The announcement was made on January 8. With this license, Upbit Singapore joins the ranks of 15 other institutions, including Ripple, Blockchain.com, Paxos, Coinbase, and Revolut, that hold MPI […]
The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has published a comprehensive report outlining the challenges decentralized finance (DeFi) is currently facing. The report underscores the urgent need for increased accountability and clear delineation of responsibilities within the broader DeFi sector.The report was prepared by the CFTC’s Digital Assets and Blockchain Technology subcommittee, under the […]
Reggie Browne, Co-Global Head of ETF Trading and Sales at GTS, recently shared his predictions on the potential trading dynamics of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in an interview with Bloomberg. Browne anticipates these ETFs to trade at a significant premium, possibly as high as 8% above their net asset value (NAV).Browne believes that the […]
As the deadline for the approval of several spot Bitcoin ETFs approaches on January 10, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stirred up a debate within the crypto community. The SEC has sent new comments on updated S-1 filings just hours after their submission, leading to speculation about the potential implications for the […]
Switzerland’s financial markets regulation is under scrutiny due to its dysfunctional regulatory framework. Unlike the United States, which has a functional regulatory framework with proper checks, balances, and effective recourse in cases of regulator misconduct, Switzerland lacks proper oversight and recourse when the regulator behaves badly.The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the U.S. admitted […]
