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Gary Gensler’s Nomination to Lead the SEC Is Finally Headed for a Vote

Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer filed closure on Gary Gensler’s nomination yesterday, which means the vote to confirm Gensler to the SEC chairman’s role will happen as early as next month. Nikhilesh De on bipartisan support for Gensler and the likelihood of Gensler’s confirmation.

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Former SEC Chief Clayton to Chair Investment Giant Apollo

Clayton was named chair after longtime Apollo chief Leon Black unexpectedly called it quits Monday.

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Hearing in SEC Case Positive for Ripple, XRP, Says Lawyer

Attorney Jeremy Hogan says Ripple would be "feeling pretty good" with comments from the magistrate judge in the SEC's case against the firm and its executives.

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First Trust Advisors, Scaramucci-Led SkyBridge Team to File for Bitcoin ETF

The two firms are just the latest to file for an ETF, following in the footsteps of WisdomTree, Valkyrie, NYDIG and VanEck.

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Is Bitcoin Insider Trading a Cause for Concern?

The SEC and U.S. Justice Department have filed charges against an engineer for allegedly attempting to solicit non-public information about bitcoin. Nik De explains the bizarre details of this case and whether insider trading is something to be worried about in the wider crypto ecosystem. Plus, Fed Chair Jerome Powell's remarks about cash and crypto coexisting.

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Will The SEC Approve VanEck's Bitcoin ETF Application?

Investment management firm VanEck has filed an application with the SEC to launch a bitcoin ETF. The SEC has 45 days to make a decision or extend the decision window. Nik De weighs in on whether VanEck could be the first to create a U.S.-based bitcoin ETF. Plus, an update on the ongoing Ripple investigation.

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SEC Publishes VanEck's Bitcoin ETF Application, Kicking Off Decision Clock

The regulator now has 45 days to approve or deny the application or extend the review period.

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Congress Is Not Done With the GameStop Hearings

Wednesday, the House Financial Services Committee will hold another hearing on the GameStop trading frenzy. Nik De on what to expect from the newest hearing. Plus, developments in the SEC's case against Ripple.

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Ripple Execs Ask Court to Block SEC Requests for Personal Financial Records

Brad Garlinghouse and Chris Larsen are calling the SEC's subpoenas to banks “wholly inappropriate overreach” and an invasion of privacy.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse

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SEC Brings Enforcement Action Against Alleged $6.9M Ponzi Scheme

Shawn Cutting allegedly claimed to be an experienced financial adviser to raise funds from over 450 investors.

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