The CFTC launched, on October 5, a consultation on a federal framework for retail crypto transactions with leverage or margin. Meanwhile, the SEC is progressing on the custody of digital assets and tokenization. Washington thus seeks to attract innovation and capital, even if Congress retains the final say on part of this architecture.
The federal appeals court for the 6th circuit ruled Friday in favor of Ohio and Tennessee against Kalshi. States can apply their sports betting laws to the platform's contracts, a second loss on appeal bringing the case closer to the Supreme Court.
The CLARITY Act stalls, pushing Saylor to bet on mass adoption of crypto products as U.S. regulators keep moving.
Bitcoin has just marked a new reversal. A few days after a drop below 75000 dollars, the leading crypto rebounded to 81636 dollars, its highest level since September 4. Indeed, this recovery comes after a week marked by the failure of the CLARITY Act, Federal Reserve decisions, and new regulatory signals from Washington. Behind this increase, another phenomenon grabbed attention: the return of spot demand was accompanied by a massive liquidation of short positions.
The CLARITY Act fails in the Senate 49-50, far from the 60 votes required. Despite 126 concessions, US crypto regulation remains blocked, between possible revival and total reset in 2027.
A crypto vote is imminent in the Senate, but the CLARITY Act falls to a 13% chance. Is the market already anticipating failure? Analysis.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has sanctioned Gabriel Perez, former teleprompter operator at the White House. He will have to pay 172,539.02 dollars after using non-public information to trade on the predictive markets platform Kalshi, notably on contracts related to Donald Trump's interventions.
Donald Trump mentions a legal entry of Hyperliquid into the United States. The HYPE crypto jumps 19%. All the details in this article!
The American crypto industry is now invited to the heart of power. Donald Trump is set to convene key figures from this ecosystem, prediction markets, and artificial intelligence at the White House. This meeting highlights the growing attention Washington is paying to these strategic sectors. Behind this meeting also lies the future direction of American policy towards these assets. Who will attend this meeting and what decisions might result?
Netflix wanted to make a splash about prediction markets. Instead, they're drowning in a lawsuit. Kalshi says the trailer is built on fiction — and the bill could be steep.
The CFTC is taking legal action against Kentucky after the measures taken by the US state against prediction market platforms Polymarket and Kalshi. The dispute concerns the regulation of event contracts and the distribution of powers between federal and local authorities. The agency believes these platforms fall under a federal regulatory framework, while Kentucky considers some activities close to sports betting.
The former SEC chief, Gary Gensler, takes a stand! According to him, predictive markets must not escape state laws. A conflict with major financial stakes that could redefine the rules of the game in the United States.
The CFTC approves the first 100% regulated Bitcoin perpetual contracts in the USA for Kalshi. Wall Street is ready to inject billions. Exclusive details here!
Crypto news - Senator Lummis warns: the CLARITY Act must be voted now or wait until 2030. Full analysis in this article!
The tone is rising seriously around Polymarket and Kalshi in the United States. Dozens of Democratic lawmakers are demanding increased oversight of prediction markets, which they consider increasingly exposed to the risks of insider trading. Their position is firm: no state agent can use privileged information to take a position on the market.
In Washington, the SEC puts away the club, strokes crypto, and vows to love innovation; it remains to be seen if Congress follows the band or sabotages the score behind the scenes.
The SEC throws in the towel. No more witch hunts. Mining, staking, airdrops breathe freely. Only "digital securities" remain in its sights. Wall Street applauds, the old guard cries scandal.
Crypto.com bets big on a crypto prediction app with up to $500 offered at sign-up. Discover the details in this article.
Nevada regulators have stepped up action against crypto-linked prediction markets. A new lawsuit targets Coinbase over alleged unlicensed sports wagering. The move comes as prediction platforms expand quickly across the United States. State officials argue that existing gambling rules still apply, even when products are offered through crypto or derivatives markets.
White House: Donald Trump pushes for a deal on stablecoins. Coinbase and banks are tearing each other apart over rewards.
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is strengthening its leadership as it prepares for a potentially expanded role in overseeing digital asset markets. Chair Michael Selig has appointed two senior advisers, signaling the agency’s focus on crypto regulation as lawmakers consider legislation that could grant the CFTC broader authority over the sector.
U.S. lawmakers have put a major crypto market structure bill on hold after strong pushback from Coinbase. Fresh criticism from the exchange’s chief executive raised doubts about whether the proposal could move forward without changes. As a result, Senate Banking Committee members delayed a planned markup while reassessing industry and regulatory concerns tied to the draft.
In Washington, senators want to "clarify" crypto, but Coinbase slams the door. Clarity or control? The CLARITY Act turns regulation into a political battleground.
CFTC has formed an Innovation Advisory Committee to guide regulations for finance and crypto, bringing together industry and tech leaders.
Crypto magnates to the rescue of Trump: when tokens waltz and senators hesitate, who is really manipulating whom? Has digital democracy found its biggest speculator?
When Trump dreams of a crypto-compatible America, he appoints a former SEC member to the CFTC. Endorsed by Web3 stars, Michael Selig promises rules, not slaps. To be continued...
New Trump splash: two pro-crypto figures take the reins of the CFTC and the FDIC. All the details in this article!
Crypto is shaking up the rules of the financial game. With a bold decision, the CFTC opens a breach that could change everything. Is traditional finance in danger? Who will come out victorious in this battle? Discover an exclusive analysis of the issues and prospects.
While Wall Street digests its ETFs, Paul Atkins unwraps an unexpected gift: crypto becomes emancipated, ICOs resurrect. A cooler SEC than ever?
The United States takes a decisive step in integrating cryptos into the traditional financial system. Caroline Pham, acting chair of the CFTC, has just authorized the use of bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC as collateral in the U.S. derivatives markets. A decision that could well redefine the rules of the game.