Understanding the SEC's Role in Cryptocurrency Regulation
The SEC proposed Regulation Crypto Assets with capital-raising exemptions and investment contract safe harbor for startups, signaling coordinated messaging ahead of the September 15 CLARITY Act vote.
On August 18, 2026, the SEC proposed Regulation Crypto Assets, moving from enforcement-by-litigation to a defined compliance framework for digital offerings.
The SEC again has decided to delay its verdict on several spot Bitcoin ETF applications, affecting major players like BlackRock, Invesco, Bitwise, and Valkyrie.
Gary Gensler, the chair of SEC, has become a central figure in the ongoing dialogue surrounding the regulation of the cryptocurrency industry.
The SEC has opted to delay its verdict on several Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposals.
A federal appeals court ruled in Grayscale's favor, directing the SEC to reconsider its prior refusal of Grayscale's plan to transform its Bitcoin Trust into an ETF.
Gary Gensler, the current chairman of SEC, is facing allegations of market manipulation.
A recent trend has seen numerous crypto companies being sued over their staking services.
After months of silence from the SEC, Coinbase takes them to court.