crypto regulation

SkyBridge Capital founder and managing partner Anthony Scaramucci discusses his take on FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's latest legal developments. Scaramucci said watching the trial unfold has "been absolutely heartbreaking." Plus, his reaction to "Going Infinite" author Michael Lewis' portrayal of Bankman-Fried in his latest book and what the future of crypto could look like.

Oct 9, 2023

OpenAI rival Anthropic's growing value is sparking hope for some FTX creditors that they will be made whole. FTX and Alameda Research previously invested $500M in the startup, according to Bloomberg. 117 Partners CEO and founder Thomas Braziel discusses what this means for the FTX ecosystem as Sam Bankman-Fried's trial is underway.

Oct 6, 2023

In opening statements yesterday, prosecutors said Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto empire was a "house of cards" that was "built on a lie," while the defense claimed the FTX founder acted in good faith. ZFZ Law co-founder Michael Zweiback discusses his take on the trial and why the defense shifting the blame to ex-Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison could turn into a doomed strategy.

Oct 5, 2023

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is getting his day in court, after prosecutors previously called the demise of FTX "one of the biggest financial frauds in American history." Mintz and Gold partner Ira Lee Sorkin, who previously represented Bernie Madoff, discusses his take on the legal proceedings and how it could shape the future crypto regulation in the U.S.

Oct 4, 2023

Valkyrie said it will not purchase ether (ETH) futures until the SEC's approval is officially effective. ETF Think Tank Research Director Cinthia Murphy discusses why the approval of an ether futures ETFs was an "inevitable move" and how this might shape the future of crypto ETFs in the U.S. 

Oct 2, 2023

A federal judge ruled on Thursday that Sam Bankman-Fried will have to remain in jail for the duration of his trial, denying the FTX founder's third attempt at being released from prison to prepare for his defense. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De discusses the Judge's decision and an outlook on the trial schedule.

Sep 29, 2023

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler continued his combative stance against crypto "hucksters" in congressional testimony before House lawmakers on Wednesday. Perkins Coie LLP partner Keith Miller, who is also a former SEC enforcement lawyer, discusses the key takeaways from yesterday's hearing and the possible outlook for crypto regulation.

Sep 28, 2023

Crypto exchange Binance is gearing up to fully exit the country of Russia over compliance concerns, as the company agrees to sell the entirety of its Russia business to CommEX, an exchange that was officially launched on Tuesday. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De discusses Binance's announcement and other developments in the crypto regulation space.

Sep 27, 2023

European Central Bank's president Christine Lagarde thinks a digital euro is at least two years away. Keyrock CEO Kevin de Patoul discusses the need for a euro stablecoin and the path ahead to a clear regulatory framework. Plus, his thoughts on KeyRock receiving Swiss regulatory clearance from a government-approved standards body.

Sep 26, 2023

U.S. House lawmakers have been making strides in crypto regulation, but could the recent flurry of legislative progress become law? Former Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) discusses the outlook for regulatory clarity and why "we still have a ways to go" as the SEC pushes for more industry oversight. Plus, insights into Toomey joining Coinbase's global advisory council and his central bank digital currency (CBDC) outlook.

Sep 25, 2023