A major debate is brewing in the US crypto world! 🌎 The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are locked in a battle over how to classify cryptocurrencies. ## CFTC Says Bitcoin and Ethereum Are Commodities 🌾 CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam ...
READ MORE +The world of crypto is keeping a close eye on the upcoming election, and a former Trump administration official has some strong predictions. Christopher Giancarlo, the ex-chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, believes a second Trump administration would be a boon for ...
READ MORE +J.D. Vance, Donald Trump's running mate in the 2024 US Presidential Election, has strong ties to the tech industry. This has sparked interest from Silicon Valley conservatives who see Vance as a potential ally in their fight for less regulation in areas like AI and **cryptocurrency**. Vance, a ...
READ MORE +The 2024 election is shaping up to be a wild ride, and the crypto world is already taking notice. Donald Trump's VP pick, JD Vance, has a history of being crypto-friendly. He's even drafted legislation that would make it easier for crypto businesses to operate in the US. But, some major ...
READ MORE +The IRS is ramping up its efforts to catch crypto tax evaders. They've investigated nearly 400 cases involving digital currencies and recommended over half for prosecution. They're actively seeking taxpayers who haven't reported their digital assets, as part of their Operation Hidden Treasure. ...
READ MORE +J.D. Vance, the author of "Hillbilly Elegy" and a U.S. Senator representing Ohio, has been chosen as Donald Trump's running mate. This move has excited Silicon Valley conservatives, who see Vance as a potential bridge between Trump's policies and tech donors. Vance's background as a Yale Law ...
READ MORE +J.D. Vance, Donald Trump's running mate, is a former tech venture capitalist with a background in Silicon Valley. This has raised hopes among conservatives in the tech industry that they might finally have a voice in the White House. Silicon Valley's New Hope Vance's ties to Silicon Valley ...
READ MORE +Ripple has contributed $1 million to support XRP advocate John Deaton in his campaign against Senator Elizabeth Warren in the Massachusetts Senate race. This significant donation comes as the cryptocurrency industry continues to engage in political campaigns. The funds are being directed to ...
READ MORE +North Tonawanda, New York, has placed a two-year moratorium on new cryptocurrency mining operations in the city. This decision came after residents complained about noise pollution from the Digihost cryptocurrency mining facility. Residents' Concerns Lead to Moratorium Residents have been ...
READ MORE +Argentina is taking steps to regulate cryptocurrencies by introducing new rules for normalizing previously undeclared assets, including crypto. This move aims to bring crypto into the fold and allow individuals to declare their holdings without facing penalties. What does this mean for ...
READ MORE +Animoca Brands, a web3 conglomerate known for its investments in the metaverse and gaming, has launched its own cryptocurrency, MOCA Coin. The move comes as the company explores a potential initial public offering (IPO) in late 2025 or early 2026. While some regulators view tokens as akin to ...
READ MORE +The US House of Representatives may vote this week to overturn President Joe Biden's veto of a bill that would have eliminated a controversial rule by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The bill, which previously passed both the House and Senate, would have reversed the SEC's ...
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