Securities and Exchange Commission

Markets

Gary Gensler could take charge of the SEC. Will he be open to more innovation, like bitcoin exchange-traded products?

By Benjamin SchillerMar 2, 2021

It's a big day on Capitol Hill as the Senate confirmation hearing begins for Gary Gensler, President Biden's choice to lead the SEC. Nik De, CoinDesk's regulatory reporter, joins "First Mover" to discuss the topics that might come up during today's hearings, including protections for retail investors and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the economy.

Mar 2, 2021

Gary Gensler, President Biden’s choice for SEC chairman, is testifying before Congress at his virtual confirmation hearing today.

Mar 2, 2021

President Biden’s pick for SEC chairman, Gary Gensler, is expected to be confirmed during tomorrow’s U.S. Senate hearing. Gensler has a deep understanding of crypto and is widely believed to be supportive of the industry. Nik De, managing editor, Global Policy & Regulation, discusses what Gensler’s nomination could mean for the future of crypto.

Mar 1, 2021

Unsubstantiated rumors that the SEC is investigating Elon Musk for his recent tweets about dogecoin got the Tesla CEO's attention. Does anyone know what ever happened to the "Twitter babysitter" Musk was assigned to in 2019? "The Hash" panel weighs in.

Feb 26, 2021

CoinDesk regulatory reporter Nikhilesh De on the latest developments in the SEC lawsuit against Ripple.

Feb 17, 2021

Markets

The Nigerian cryptocurrency community has been turning to peer-to-peer exchange platforms to continue trading.

By Tanzeel AkhtarFeb 12, 2021

Policy

The NYU economist also warned bitcoin could "collapse" if Tether and Bitfinex are indicted this year.

By Christine LeeFeb 11, 2021

Policy

Unlike the U.S., Japan considers XRP to be a cryptocurrency, not a security.

By Sandali HandagamaJan 21, 2021

Markets

The former CFTC chairman has taught courses about blockchain at MIT.

By Tanzeel AkhtarJan 18, 2021