Category: Blockchain

SEC’s Crypto Advocate Says Blockchain Code Is Protected By The Constitution

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure A federal securities regulator is drawing a line between writing blockchain code and being responsible for how that code gets used — and the distinction could reshape how the government treats software developers in the decentralized finance space. Broader Regulatory Shift Behind The Remarks Hester Peirce, a commissioner at the US Securities and Exchange Commission, made the case Tuesday at the IC3 Blockchain Camp at Princeton University that publishing open-source blockchain software is a protected activity under…

SEC’s Hester Peirce Defends Open-Source Blockchain Developers

Caroline Bishop Jun 04, 2026 22:05 SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce advocates against applying securities rules to blockchain developers, emphasizing decentralization and free speech. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has once again voiced her support for open-source blockchain developers, arguing that publishing decentralized software should not automatically subject creators to securities regulations. Speaking on June 3, 2026, at the IC3 Blockchain Camp hosted by Princeton University, Peirce highlighted the risks of applying traditional financial rules to decentralized technologies. “Many blockchain projects involve publishing open-source…

Blockchain Association Urges Senate To Pass CLARITY Act With Letter Backed By 160 Ex-Officials

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The Blockchain Association, one of the industry’s biggest advocacy groups, urged Senate leadership to move forward on the long-awaited CLARITY Act in a letter sent Tuesday to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, signed by 160 former national security, intelligence, and law enforcement professionals. The signatories contend that without a clear federal framework, crypto-related activity could continue to move offshore into markets they describe as opaque—making it harder for US investigators to…

The Graph Powers AI with Blockchain Data via Subgraphs, Substreams

Timothy Morano Jun 03, 2026 17:50 The Graph’s Subgraphs and Substreams deliver real-time, structured blockchain data critical for AI applications in DeFi, trading, and beyond. The Graph (GRT), often called the “Google of blockchain data,” is emerging as a vital component in the AI development world by delivering high-quality, queryable onchain data through its Subgraphs and Substreams products. In an era where autonomous AI agents rely on reliable, real-time data for tasks like trading and decision-making, The Graph’s infrastructure provides the foundation…

SEC Draft Plan Prioritizes Digital Assets, Blockchain Through 2030

Alvin Lang Jun 02, 2026 22:19 The SEC’s 2026-2030 Strategic Plan emphasizes regulatory clarity for crypto, tokenized offerings, and blockchain infrastructure. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made digital assets and blockchain technology a strategic priority in its draft Strategic Plan for 2026–2030, released on June 2. The plan signals a shift toward regulatory clarity for crypto markets, a marked pivot from the agency’s enforcement-heavy stance over the past decade. According to the draft, the SEC aims to establish a…

SEC Strategic Plan Backs Digital Assets, Blockchain Growth

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has elevated digital assets to a strategic priority, calling for regulatory clarity around blockchain technology, tokenization and crypto market infrastructure through 2030. The shift was outlined in the agency’s draft Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2026–2030, published Tuesday. Alongside broader goals focused on capital formation, investor protection and agency modernization, the SEC dedicated an entire objective to digital assets and distributed ledger technology. The agency said it aims to “provide a firm regulatory foundation for digital assets and distributed ledger technologies through a…

Kaiko Acquires Amberdata in Blockchain Data Consolidation Push

Paris-based crypto data platform Kaiko acquired Amberdata, a US-focused digital asset data provider, as institutional investors demand broader market, derivatives and onchain analytics for digital assets. Kaiko said the deal will expand its institutional data stack and help the combined company serve banks, asset managers, hedge funds, exchanges and trading firms that need cleaner data across fragmented crypto markets, according to an announcement shared with Cointelegraph. The acquisition adds Amberdata’s derivatives analytics and artificial intelligence-powered research tools, including the GVOL options analytics platform, which Kaiko said had been one of…

Cardano Strengthens Cross-Chain Connectivity Across The Blockchain Ecosystem – What This Means For The Network

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The blockchain space is broad and complex, but leading networks such as Cardano are navigating this dynamic sector. The network is witnessing one of its most significant moments this year as its connectivity to other chains notably improves, allowing for seamless operations for users. A Path For Cardano To Become Fully Connected Multi-Chain Following several upgrades to improve the network, Cardano is now in the spotlight of the blockchain space. A report reveals that Cardano is making…

$1.88M Wiped Out As Sui Blockchain Suffers Third Outage Before Recovery

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Leveraged traders betting on a price recovery got hit hardest when the Sui blockchain went down for the third time in under 48 hours. Data from CoinGlass shows that long positions accounted for $1.72 million of the $1.88 million in SUI liquidations recorded during the latest disruption. The Ripple Effect On Price SUI fell to $0.9035 on Binance following the third stall, extending a slide that has now reached roughly 8% since the trouble began on May…

Paxos Becomes First Blockchain Firm with SEC Clearing Approval

Rebeca Moen May 29, 2026 05:16 Paxos secures SEC clearing agency registration, marking a milestone for blockchain in U.S. securities settlement. Paxos Securities Settlement Company, a subsidiary of blockchain infrastructure giant Paxos, has secured registration as a clearing agency from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Announced on May 28, 2026, this approval makes Paxos the first blockchain-native firm authorized to provide clearing and settlement services as a central securities depository in the U.S. The significance of this milestone cannot be…