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FTX prepares third round of distributions as court frees up .9B in claim reserves

FTX prepares third round of distributions as court frees up $1.9B in claim reserves

Key Takeaways FTX’s next distribution is expected to begin on September 30, 2025, with BitGo, Kraken, and Payoneer handling disbursements. A court-approved $1.9B cut to the disputed claims reserve frees up additional funds for the payout. Share this article FTX has announced its next major distribution date, setting September 30, 2025, as the expected launch […]

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‘Crypto Queen’ Cynthia Lummis Calls for Senate to Cancel August Recess and Stay in Session

‘Crypto Queen’ Cynthia Lummis Calls for Senate to Cancel August Recess and Stay in Session

While Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson made the controversial move to shut down the House early to prevent Congress from grilling Jeffrey Epstein’s former partner and convicted sex trafficker, Ghislaine Maxwell, Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, the so-called “Crypto Queen,” published a press release on Tuesday afternoon imploring the Senate to remain in session for the

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SEC approves Bitwise crypto index ETF with BTC, ETH, XRP, and Solana

SEC approves Bitwise crypto index ETF with BTC, ETH, XRP, and Solana

Key Takeaways The SEC has approved the conversion of the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund into an ETF. The new ETF will provide exposure to ten major crypto assets: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, Cardano, Sui, Chainlink, Avalanche, Litecoin, and Polkadot. Share this article The US Securities and Exchange Commission has approved Bitwise’s request to convert

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Citadel urges SEC caution on tokenized securities initiative

Citadel urges SEC caution on tokenized securities initiative

Citadel Securities has urged the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to proceed cautiously with any initiatives that would accelerate the adoption of tokenized securities, warning that a hasty approach could disrupt existing capital markets and marginalize institutional investors. The market-making giant submitted its recommendations in a formal letter to the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, arguing

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FBI ends probe into Kraken founder Jesse Powell over alleged hacking of nonprofit accounts

FBI ends probe into Kraken founder Jesse Powell over alleged hacking of nonprofit accounts

Key Takeaways The Justice Department has ended its investigation into Kraken founder Jesse Powell and returned devices seized by the FBI. The dropped probe was unrelated to Kraken’s operations and centered on allegations involving Powell’s dispute with a nonprofit’s board. Share this article The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has closed its investigation into Jesse

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Bank of England weighs scrapping Britcoin plans as industry solutions reduce need for CBDC

Bank of England weighs scrapping Britcoin plans as industry solutions reduce need for CBDC

Key Takeaways The Bank of England is reconsidering the need for a digital pound as private sector payment innovations advance. Global enthusiasm for retail central bank digital currencies is waning due to privacy concerns and industry alternatives. Share this article The Bank of England (BoE) is reassessing its plans for a digital pound, as officials

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Polymarket eyes return to the US following acquisition of CFTC-licensed QCEX for 2M

Polymarket eyes return to the US following acquisition of CFTC-licensed QCEX for $112M

Polymarket acquired the holding company behind QCX LLC and QC Clearing LLC for $112 million, securing a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-regulated exchange and clearinghouse. According to the July 21 announcement, the movement will enable the blockchain prediction venue to serve American customers in compliance with federal regulations. Regulatory reset precedes deal The purchase arrives

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SEC chair says Ethereum not a security and praises its pivotal role in digital currencies

SEC chair says Ethereum not a security and praises its pivotal role in digital currencies

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” on July 21 that the agency has “stated informally more than formally” that Ethereum (ETH) is not a security, but deciding whether to hold the token in treasury reserves “is up to companies to decide.” Atkins added that Ethereum is “a very key

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Top banking groups urge OCC to delay Ripple, Circle trust bank approvals

Top banking groups urge OCC to delay Ripple, Circle trust bank approvals

Key Takeaways A number of banking industry groups have challenged Ripple’s and Circle’s bids to obtain bank charters. The groups are asking the OCC to avoid making a major policy shift without a transparent and formal rulemaking process. Share this article Top American banking groups are pressing the OCC to delay action on trust bank

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SEC Crypto Task Force Calls on Investors to Help Shape Post-GENIUS Act Policy

SEC Crypto Task Force Calls on Investors to Help Shape Post-GENIUS Act Policy

U.S. crypto regulation takes a decisive leap forward as new law clears stablecoin ambiguity, empowering SEC-regulated firms to reshape markets with clear, actionable compliance pathways. Commissioner Peirce Calls on SEC-Regulated Firms—Help Shape Crypto Rulebook Now A turning point in U.S. crypto regulation signals fresh alignment between policy and market infrastructure, unlocking new avenues for stablecoin

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