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State of Crypto
Here’s What’s In the White House’s Crypto Reports
The White House published six reports and a framework. Here’s what they said.
Former Washington Insider on Future of US Crypto Regulation
Should the Ethereum network be subject to U.S. securities law? That question is at the heart of an SEC case against crypto promoter Ian Balina. Blockchain Foundation’s Executive Director Cleve Mesidor discusses the lawsuit and what it could mean for Ethereum. Plus, a debate on crypto's risks and opportunities.
Treasury Wants Public Opinion on Crypto’s Role in Illicit Finance
The U.S. Treasury Department wants the public, including the crypto community, to weigh in on how digital assets might be used in illegal activities and how the department should respond to this issue. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the community’s impact on regulation.
Rep Himes: ‘Notable Momentum’ in Washington on Crypto Regulation
CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the key takeaways from his recent interview with Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) about his reaction to the White House's framework for digital assets. Plus, why Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's introduction of his Libra crypto project to Congress was "catastrophic."
Crypto Oversight Remains Unclear Despite Biden’s Executive Order
The series of reports from the Treasury Department provided rather limited clarification on what the Biden administration and regulators intend to do about digital assets. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what this means for the construction of a regulatory framework.
South Korea Reportedly Looking to Invalidate Do Kwon’s Passport
South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is trying to get Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon to return his passport, according to a local media report. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De has the latest on South Korea's efforts to arrest Do Kwon. Plus, what to expect from CFTC chairman and SEC chair's hearings in Washington, D.C.
South Korean Court Issues Arrest Warrant Against Terra Co-Founder Do Kwon
A South Korean court has issued an arrest warrant against Do Kwon, the co-founder of the now defunct stablecoin issuer Terraform Labs, according to the financial crimes unit of the Supreme Prosecutors' Office. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the details and potential outcomes.
SEC's Gensler Holds Firm That Existing Laws Make Sense for Crypto
I sat down (virtually) with SEC Chair Gary Gensler last week ahead of a speech on digital assets. Here’s the transcript.
BitGo Files $100M Lawsuit Against Galaxy Digital Over Allegedly Breaching Merger Agreement
Cryptocurrency custody firm BitGo sues crypto financial services firm Galaxy Digital, alleging that the latter intentionally breached its $1.2 billion merger announced in May last year. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De breaks down the lawsuit.
Regulating Traditional Finance vs Crypto ‘Not a Death Match’: Legal Expert
Anchorage Digital General Counsel Georgia Quinn discusses the challenges and path ahead for navigating the country’s crypto regulatory landscape amid “mixed messages” and a brewing turf war between U.S. enforcement agencies. Plus, Quinn’s take on the fallout from sanctioned crypto mixer Tornado Cash and its impact on crypto banking.