Nikhilesh De

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the upcoming speech from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen regarding cryptocurrencies, noting President Biden’s recent executive order and an upcoming meeting in the House Financial Services Committee. Plus, a conversation on how Elon Musk’s new board seat at Twitter could raise issues with the SEC.

Apr 6, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses recent statements made by SEC Chairman Gary Gensler about working alongside the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for joint oversight of crypto exchanges. Plus, insights on what a defined “digital commodity” would mean for regulators. 

Apr 5, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) continued streak of rejecting bitcoin spot ETF proposals, the most recent being Ark 21Shares' application. Plus, a conversation on new legislation in the European Union (EU) aiming to enforce a travel rule on international crypto transactions. 

Apr 4, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses why the European Parliament voted to move forward with a set of restrictive crypto policies, citing concerns regarding illicit activities. Plus, a recap on the House Agriculture Committee's hearing and the CFTC's involvement in regulating crypto. 

Apr 1, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De explains what to expect from CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam’s testimony before the House Agriculture Committee. Plus, a conversation about Bruce Fenton’s run for a New Hampshire U.S. Senate seat and the broader trend of crypto industry engagement in politics.

Mar 31, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De explains why several U.S. states have taken legal action against Voyager Digital for its crypto interest offerings, and how this situation resembles BlockFi’s legal issues from a year ago. Plus, a conversation on the $625 million exploit of Axie Infinity’s Ronin network and its impact on users.

Mar 30, 2022

CoinDesk's Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation discusses a new bill proposed by U.S. lawmakers aiming to establish a digital dollar. Plus, a conversation on Biden’s recent budget proposal and its impact on crypto regulation. 

Mar 29, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses a recent update on Kraken’s ongoing quest for a Federal Reserve Master Account, which would give them the same access to the global payment system as traditional banks. Plus, a conversation on how Kraken benefits from Wyoming’s unique regulatory framework for the banking industry. 

Mar 28, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses how India’s new crypto tax law, which will impose a 30% capital gains tax, could impact the country’s local Web 3 scene and possibly create a “brain drain.” Plus, a conversation about the EU’s MiCA bill and its implications for the European crypto industry. 

Mar 25, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses how OFAC and FinCEN budget concerns impact regulators' ability to have cohesive oversight of the space. Plus, a conversation about Fed Chair Jerome Powell and Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey addressing the need for international coordination of cryptocurrency policy. 

Mar 24, 2022