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What’s Going On With The SEC’s Review of Bitcoin ETF Applications?

Today marks the official deadline for the SEC to make an initial decision regarding the VanEck bitcoin ETF. As expected, the SEC has pushed back the decision until June. CoinDesk’s Nik De discusses what’s behind the delays and when the SEC will likely reach a decision.

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Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Bill to Create First SEC-CFTC Digital Asset Task Force

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee is considering a bill that would create a digital asset working group to ensure collaboration between regulators and the private sector to foster innovation. Pro-bitcoin committee member and Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis weighs in on the legislation and how Congress will receive it.

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SEC Begins Official Review of the Kryptoin Bitcoin ETF Application

The Kryptoin bitcoin ETF application is now the third to come under official SEC consideration. "The Hash" panel discusses the other applications under consideration and how Gary Gensler's confirmation as SEC chairman might impact the status of the bitcoin ETF applications.

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U.S. House Passes Bill Requiring Regulators to Set Up Digital Assets Working Group

CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation editor Nikhilesh De on the U.S. House passing a bill to require financial regulators to set up a Digital Assets Working Group with representatives from the SEC and CFTC. Plus, what comes next from Gary Gensler as the new head of the SEC.

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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Explains Her Updated New Safe Harbor Proposal to Promote Crypto Innovation

SEC commissioner Hester Peirce, known as "Crypto Mom" for her crypto-friendly approach to regulations, has updated a proposed set of Safe Harbor laws aimed at fostering innovation in the crypto industry. The laws would allow companies three years to develop tokens after raising money. Peirce joins "First Mover" to discuss her revised proposal and the impact regulatory clarity would have on the crypto industry. Plus, her take on dogecoin.

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Coinbase CEO Sold $291.8M in Shares on Opening Day

According to SEC filings, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong sold nearly $292M worth of shares on opening day, less than 2% of his overall holdings. Incorrect rumors that Armstrong and other Coinbase insiders sold larger stakes spooked the markets. Is this something to worry about, or is it just how public listings work?

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SEC Causing ‘Confusion’ Over Digital Currencies in Legal Case With Ripple: WSJ Editorial Board

Regulators are “creating danger” for investors in their inconsistent approach to determining how to treat cryptocurrencies.

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Gary Gensler Confirmed as Next SEC Chairman

Gary Gensler has finally been confirmed as SEC Chairman. Gensler's crypto knowledge and experience have many in the community celebrating, but how much of an impact will he really have on crypto industry regulation? "The Hash" panel debates.

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U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Russia for Cyber Attacks, Election Interference

The U.S. government has imposed new sanctions on Russian entities, including several digital currency addresses, for their involvement in the SolarWinds cyber attack and election interference. Nik De breaks down what we know so far about the sanctions. Plus, Gary Gensler has been confirmed as SEC chairman. Here's what that means for the crypto space.

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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Updates Safe Harbor Proposal for Crypto Tokens

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce unveiled an updated version of the safe harbor proposal for token sales. “The Hash” team digs into the details of the proposal and what “Crypto Mom” could achieve once it’s approved.

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