CLARITY Act Stalls in the Senate as Passing Odds Hover Near 40%
The CLARITY Act crypto market-structure bill stalls in the Senate near 40% odds as a $1.4B Trump crypto-income disclosure fuels an ethics fight in 2026.
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Bitwise Joins Race for First Spot SUI ETF in the U.S.
Bitwise Asset Management has officially submitted a Form S-1 filing to the SEC for a spot SUI ETF, joining a growing list of firms—including Grayscale and 21Shares—vying to bring the first SUI-focused exchange-traded fund to the American market. Key Details of the Filing Direct Exposure: Unlike derivative-based products, this ETF is designed to provide 100% … Read more
SEC Streamlines Crypto ETP Listings, Paving the Way for Market Expansion
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has established a standardized listing process for cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), a move designed to accelerate market entry. By reducing the launch timeline to 75 days, the agency aims to enhance efficiency and simplify the regulatory path for new funds. Key Developments and Market Impact Operational Shifts: The … Read more
SEC Invites Industry Input on Modernizing Crypto Trading Frameworks
U.S. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has officially called for public feedback and released a set of FAQs aimed at refining how crypto assets are traded on National Securities Exchanges and Alternative Trading Systems (ATS). This initiative seeks to bridge the gap between existing financial regulations and the unique technological demands of the digital asset space. … Read more
SEC Reopens Review of BlackRock’s Bitcoin Income ETF
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has resumed its formal evaluation of a unique Bitcoin-linked ETF proposed by BlackRock. Rather than a standard “spot” fund, the iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF focuses on generating yield through a hybrid strategy of holding Bitcoin and selling call options. Key Developments in the Review Process Formal Scrutiny: … Read more
Congress Pushes SEC to Open 401(k) Doors to Crypto, Backing White House Order
Members of the House Financial Services Committee sent a formal letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins on December 11, urging the agency to update securities rules to allow Bitcoin and other digital assets into 401(k) retirement plans. This action directly supports an August 2025 executive order from President Donald Trump, titled … Read more
SEC Chair Paul Atkins to Fast-Track Cryptocurrency Regulatory Agenda in Early 2026
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins announced plans to rapidly advance the agency’s cryptocurrency agenda in early 2026, focusing on new exemptions, regulatory guidance, and updated rules for digital assets. Innovation Exemption: A key upcoming proposal is a time-limited “innovation exemption” intended to reduce compliance costs for crypto and fintech companies. This would … Read more
Traditional Exchanges Warn SEC Against “Innovation Exemption” for Tokenized Stocks
The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), which includes major players like Nasdaq and Deutsche Boerse, has issued a strong warning to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against granting an “innovation exemption” to unregistered crypto companies. Why Exchanges Are Concerned Bypassing Regulation: WFE CEO Nandini Sukumar stated that the SEC must avoid allowing crypto … Read more
Franklin Templeton Leaps Ahead in the US Solana ETF Race
Franklin Templeton is now leading the competition to launch a Solana-backed Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) in the United States. Key Developments Final SEC Approval: Franklin Templeton has completed the final step with the SEC for its Solana ETF, meaning trading under the ticker SOEZ could commence imminently. The submission of Form 8-A is considered the “green … Read more
SEC’s Selway: Bridging the Gap Between “Trustless” Tech and Financial Stability
At the SIFMA Market Structure Conference on November 20, 2025, Jamie Selway, the head of the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets, delivered a pivotal message regarding the integration of digital assets into the financial mainstream. He framed the current crypto debate not merely as a technological shift, but as a fundamental question regarding the … Read more