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CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses his reading of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler’s letter to Sen. Elizabeth Warren, saying he wants his agency to have greater authority and resources to crack down on the crypto sector.

Ago 12, 2021

In a letter to U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler said Congress should grant the SEC greater authority and resources to crack down on the crypto sector.

Ago 11, 2021

Crypto.com has seen explosive growth within the past 12 months. It has 10 million users and 90 cryptocurrencies available on the platform. Henrik Johansson, Global Head of Growth, responds to SEC Chair Gary Gensler's remarks on enforcing tighter trading and lending platforms regulations. “As with any new technology that has enormous power to transform and empower people, there will always be a lot of concern," he said. Plus, his vision for future expansions as the company sets a target of acquiring more than 100 million users in the next two years.

Ago 6, 2021

CoinDesk Data and Indexes Director Galen Moore discusses institutional activity in the crypto markets in light of new data revealing global venture capital funding is pouring into digital assets. “Institutional interest is picking up, but the challenges, both regulatory and fiduciary with direct investment into bitcoin or other cryptos, are noted,” Moore said.

Ago 4, 2021

"The Hash" hosts react to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler saying the agency needs clear authority over platforms that trade or lend crypto. "This is not about what's in the best interest of the citizens at all," host Naomi Brockwell said. "This is not a good state for innovation right now."

Ago 4, 2021

CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the latest developments to the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill, including Senator Rob Portman (R-Ohio) defending the controversial crypto provision currently being debated in the Senate. Plus, Nik's thoughts on notable takeaways from SEC Chair Gary Gensler's remarks Tuesday to the Aspen Institute's forum on security.

Ago 4, 2021

Sam Trabucco, co-CEO of quantitative trading firm Alameda Research, breaks down the crypto market activity following SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s remarks at the Aspen Security Forum. Plus, his take on what people are getting wrong about stablecoin tether (USDT).

Ago 4, 2021

Paul Brody, Global Blockchain Leader at Ernst & Young, responded to SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s speech at the Aspen Security Forum, saying it signals bullish momentum for DeFi on the blockchain ecosystem. Plus, his take on the future of stablecoins, digital dollar, and crypto regulation.

Ago 4, 2021

CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses what to expect from SEC Chair Gary Gensler's remarks about crypto at the Aspen Security Forum Tuesday as he eyes more crypto oversight to protect investors. Plus, the latest details swirling around the bipartisan infrastructure bill's proposed crypto tax reporting clauses, including Sen. Pat Toomey's pledge to amend them.

Ago 3, 2021

Former SEC Branch Chief Lisa Braganca discusses the regulatory gaps in the crypto industry critics worry undermine the financial markets’ safety and how Congress could use its authority to bring greater regulatory clarity. Plus, her take on stablecoins and what further congressional action may be needed to address their risks.

Hul 30, 2021