Coinbase CEO to New SEC Chair: Apologize to the American People and Drop ‘Frivolous’ Cases

Coinbase’s CEO calls on the next SEC chairman to drop “frivolous cases” and apologize to the American people for past actions, citing inconsistent crypto regulations. ‘Withdraw Cases, Apologize’: Coinbase CEO’s Challenge to Future SEC Leadership Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its handling of crypto regulation in a […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal

Microsoft asks shareholders to vote against an assessment of investing in Bitcoin in SEC filing

Microsoft suggests shareholders vote against a proposal to conduct an assessment of Bitcoin as an investment asset, due to the company already considering Bitcoin as an investment option. In an Oct. 24 U.S Securities and Exchange Commission filing, the item “Assessment of Investing in Bitcoin” is listed as one of the proposals that Microsoft shareholders will be voting for or against in a Dec. 10 annual meeting. However, the Microsoft board suggests that they vote against it. The reasoning behind it is Microsoft claims that an assessment of Bitcoin(BTC) would…

SEC Ramps up Crypto Oversight With New Examination Priorities for 2025

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is ramping up its scrutiny of crypto assets in 2025, intensifying examinations of firms involved in offering, trading, and advising on these assets. The agency will focus on how these assets are handled as securities, ensuring compliance with standards and assessing technological risks tied to blockchain. SEC Increases […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal

SEC Greenlights Bitcoin Options ETFs for New York Stock Exchange and CBOE

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is greenlighting Bitcoin (BTC) options exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for two major US exchanges. In separate statements, the regulatory agency says it’s approving the bids from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) to list options contracts for BTC-based ETFs. According to the SEC, the options ETFs were given the nod because it recently approved a rule change proposal from Nasdaq to list options on the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which yielded positive results. “The Exchange notes that…

XRP’s Legal Status Unshaken Amid SEC Appeal – Ripple Prepares Counterstrike

Ripple’s legal chief has reaffirmed that the core ruling declaring XRP not a security remains intact despite the appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulator’s move challenges several other aspects of the July 2023 ruling regarding XRP. Ripple plans to file a cross-appeal, as both parties brace for a prolonged legal […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal

NYSE, CBOE to list Bitcoin ETF options after SEC approval

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has granted “accelerated approval” for listing Bitcoin options exchange-traded funds on the New York Stock Exchange and the Chicago Board Options Exchange. According to Oct. 18 filings, the SEC has greenlighted the NYSE and CBOE to list and trade options for Bitcoin ETFs. Options give investors the right to buy or sell an asset—referred to as “call” or “put” options—at a specific price before an agreed date. This move is expected to open up new opportunities for investors seeking to manage risk or capitalize…