US Crypto Regulation
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Washington Court Forces Kalshi to Restrict Prediction Markets
A Washington state court has ordered Kalshi to block most event-based prediction markets for local users, intensifying the clash between state gambling laws and federally regulated crypto derivatives platforms
OCC Approves Trump-Linked DeFi Bank as $112M WLFI Debt Nears Liquidation
World Liberty Financial, tied to Donald Trump, has received OCC approval to form a national trust bank for its USD1 stablecoin, even as a $112 million DeFi loan backed by WLFI tokens faces mounting liquidation risk on Dolomite.
Texas Holds $10M Bitcoin ETF Stake Despite $3.4M Paper Loss
Texas kept its $10 million Bitcoin ETF position unchanged in Q2, even as the market value dropped to $6.6 million. The state's approach highlights the risks and complexities of public crypto treasury management.
White House to Host Crypto Leaders as CLARITY Act Faces Setback
President Donald Trump will meet with top crypto executives and regulators at the White House as the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act's chances of passing this year drop sharply, raising new questions about the future of U.S. crypto regulation
SEC Delays Crypto Fundraising Rules, Token Issuers Face Uncertainty
The SEC canceled a key meeting on crypto fundraising exemptions, leaving token projects without a new regulatory path for raising capital and forcing them to rely on existing securities rules for development funding
Tether's First Big Four Audit Raises New Questions for Stablecoin Rules
Tether secured its first full audit from a Big Four firm, but new U.S. regulations and reserve requirements could reshape what counts as transparency for stablecoin issuers going forward
OCC-Chartered Crypto Banks Face New Federal Oversight and Rules
Crypto banks with OCC charters must meet strict capital, liquidity, governance, and compliance standards. Ongoing federal supervision shapes how these institutions handle custody, AML, and digital asset activities in the U.S.
Crypto Firms Target National Bank Charters Amid Regulatory Shifts
Digital asset companies are pursuing national bank charters to streamline U.S. operations, reduce state licensing complexity, and access federal oversight-but the move brings new capital, compliance, and activity restrictions under OCC supervision
Blockchain Association Urges Supreme Court Review of Custodia Fed Case
The Blockchain Association is pressing the Supreme Court to review Custodia Bank's denied Fed master account, warning the current legal stance could let federal regulators block crypto banks from the U.S. payments system.
How Crypto Firms Can Secure an OCC National Trust Bank Charter
Crypto companies seeking an OCC national trust bank charter face rigorous federal requirements, including detailed business plans, capital standards, and ongoing supervision. The process reshapes regulatory obligations but does not eliminate them for digital asset firms
Fidelity Seeks SEC Approval to Add Staking to Ethereum ETF
Fidelity has filed to enable staking and quarterly cash payouts for its $898 million spot Ethereum ETF, aiming to compete with rivals as U.S. crypto fund structures evolve under new IRS guidance.
SEC and CFTC Push Crypto Rules Without Congressional Approval
U.S. regulators are preparing new crypto rules that could reshape the industry, but without Congressional action, these measures may lack long-term durability and leave key market questions unresolved
CFTC Order Keeps Kalshi Running as $36B Lawsuit Escalates
A federal order allows Kalshi to keep operating after New York's lawsuit threatened to halt its event contracts nationwide, raising urgent questions about the boundaries between state gambling laws and federal derivatives regulation
Cathie Wood Sees Bitcoin Reaching $1.25 Million by 2029
Ark Invest's Cathie Wood projects Bitcoin could hit $1.25 million within five years, citing institutional adoption and potential U.S. regulatory clarity as key drivers, but warns future returns may not match Bitcoin's early explosive growth
SEC to Vote on Crypto Fundraising Rules With $75M Exemption at Stake
The SEC will consider a proposal that could let crypto projects raise up to $75 million without full securities registration, but key eligibility and resale details remain unknown ahead of Friday's vote
Cardano Spot ETF Path Opens as Grayscale Withdraws Filing
Cardano became eligible for a spot ETF under new SEC rules, but Grayscale withdrew its Cardano Trust ETF application just before the shortcut took effect, leaving ADA without a dedicated U.S. sponsor and raising questions about future institutional demand
Crypto ATM Rules Tighten: KYC, AML, and State Limits Explained
Crypto ATMs face stricter rules as U.S. states and global regulators ramp up KYC, AML, fraud prevention, and licensing requirements, making compliance more complex for operators and reducing anonymity for users
Wintermute USA Registers as Broker-Dealer to Enter US Securities Market
Wintermute USA has gained SEC and FINRA broker-dealer registration, enabling direct trading of stocks, options, and ETF participation. The move positions the crypto market maker to expand into tokenized securities and regulated US markets.
Clarity Act's Fate Could Reshape XRP's Institutional Future
The Clarity Act's passage or delay in Congress may determine whether XRP and similar institution-focused cryptocurrencies see a surge in adoption or remain sidelined, with the 2026 U.S. midterm elections set to influence the outcome
Trump Media and Crypto.com Scrap $6.4B Crypto Treasury Deal
Trump Media & Technology Group and Crypto.com have abandoned a $6.42 billion digital asset treasury plan, dissolving one of the largest crypto ventures linked to President Trump as regulatory scrutiny over his family's crypto interests intensifies in Washington
US Bitcoin Reserve Faces Scrutiny as True Holdings Remain Unclear
The US government claims to hold a strategic Bitcoin reserve, but conflicting estimates and a lack of public accounting have left markets and analysts guessing about the actual size and legal status of federal crypto holdings
Proposed U.S. Law Could Reshape Bitcoin Reserve and Market Dynamics
The American Reserve Modernization Act aims to formalize the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, introducing a 20-year lockup and new compliance rules that could influence both U.S. government holdings and global Bitcoin market behavior
Wintermute Gains U.S. Broker-Dealer Status to Challenge ETF Gatekeepers
Wintermute's U.S. broker-dealer registration positions the crypto market maker to compete for a direct role in digital asset ETF infrastructure, but key hurdles remain before it can fully rival Wall Street incumbents in the ETF creation and redemption process
Senate Delays CLARITY Act Vote, Crypto Bill Faces Tight Deadline
The U.S. Senate has postponed a vote on the CLARITY Act until after its August recess, leaving lawmakers with just 14 working days before midterm election season could stall the bill for good. Key disputes remain unresolved.
Dinari Brings Tokenized S&P 500 Stocks to US Crypto Wallets
Dinari now lets eligible US investors trade 724 tokenized US stocks, including the full S&P 500, directly from self-custody wallets using USDC across four blockchains, expanding access to tokenized equities for retail users
CME Blocks Nasdaq's Bitcoin Options Amid Regulatory Power Struggle
Nasdaq's plan to launch Bitcoin index options is on hold as CME Group challenges the SEC's approval, raising questions about whether crypto options fall under securities or commodities rules and who controls their listing and clearing
Bitcoin Sinks Despite U.S. Regulatory Wins and Institutional Access
U.S. policy shifts removed legal barriers for crypto and expanded institutional access, but Bitcoin's price halved as demand from ETFs and corporate treasuries failed to keep pace with supply.
CLARITY Crypto Bill Faces Steep Odds as Key U.S. Leaders Exit
The departure of top U.S. crypto policy officials from Treasury, the White House, SEC, and Senate leaves the CLARITY Act with just a 27% chance of passing, raising new uncertainty for digital asset regulation and market structure
Gate.com Licenses by Jurisdiction Explained for 2026
Gate.com operates through separate licensed companies in Malta, Cyprus, the U.S., Australia, Dubai, Japan and beyond. Those entities decide custody rules, product access and legal protections for retail and institutional users
Trump Media Moves 2,628 Bitcoin to Crypto.com, Denies Sale
Trump Media sent 2,628 BTC worth about $165 million to Crypto.com on August 2 in two transfers. The firm says the coins were not sold, while analytics firms flagged a probable sale and residual balances match disclosed loan collateral
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