Regulation

The recent decision by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to rescind its 2022 compliance guidance that discouraged fiduciaries from including cryptocurrency options in 401(k) plans marks a pivotal moment in the investment landscape. This reversal unveils the DOL’s admission that its previous stance—an oversimplified warning that crypto investments required “extreme care”—was not only misplaced
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In an era consumed by burgeoning financial technologies and cryptocurrency, Tether has ignited discussions about the future of stablecoins in the United States. CEO Paolo Ardoino recently disclosed the company’s readiness to introduce a U.S.-specific stablecoin, as legislation surrounding digital currencies takes shape. The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act, dubbed the
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The financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as technology revolutionizes how we perceive ownership and transactions. Tokenization—a process that involves converting real-world assets (RWAs) into digital tokens placed on a blockchain—holds the promise of unlocking an astonishing $30 trillion market. This potential has not gone unnoticed, particularly by companies like Robinhood, which recently submitted
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Recently, Paul Atkins, the Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), delivered a watershed speech that fundamentally alters the Commission’s approach to digital assets. For years, the SEC operated under a reactive, almost combative posture regarding cryptocurrencies, which stifled innovation and alienated industry players. Atkins openly criticized this outdated strategy, deeming it a
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In the ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA) represents a significant legislative effort aimed at standardizing the crypto environment across Europe. While proponents argue that regulation is essential to safeguard investors and bring legitimacy to the industry, we must confront a serious concern: are we inadvertently creating institutional barriers that
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In an increasingly complex landscape, where innovation in finance meets the need for regulation, the Cboe BZX Exchange’s recent filing for the Canary Staked TRX ETF stands out significantly. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to establish a US-based spot Tron ETF that not only allows for trading TRX, the native asset of the Tron blockchain, but
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