In a new staff statement, the SEC clarifies that certain crypto liquid staking practices do not constitute securities offerings, marking a step toward clearer digital asset regulation.
Commissioner Caroline A. Crenshaw warns that the SEC’s statement offers little clarity for liquid staking providers.
Institutions may now have a clearer footing to build products around liquid staking tokens and unlock new market segments, according to industry executives.
The founder of lending firm MyConstant agreed to pay over $10 million to the SEC to settle claims that he used investors’ money to buy the now-collapsed Terra stablecoin.
Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan remarked on “the most bullish document I’ve read on crypto.”
Former SEC chief of staff Amanda Fischer slammed the latest SEC guidance on liquid staking, sparking a sharp backlash on social media.
China’s security agency warned that biometric data collection by crypto firms, including iris scans, may endanger personal privacy and be exploited for espionage.
Paying rent in Bitcoin is easy, secure and gaining popularity among tenants. Many cities globally now have tech infrastructure to facilitate Bitcoin payments.
XRP is repeating technical patterns from its early 2025 rally, pointing to a potential surge toward the $3.75–$4.00 range.
Increased demand for downside protection reflects macro risks, not an imminent Bitcoin price collapse, which could help BTC avoid a trip down to $110,000.