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Crypto bill clears U.S. Senate milestone as effort advanced through first committee

Crypto bill clears U.S. Senate milestone as effort advanced through first committee

Significant progress has been made in the U.S. Senate concerning market structure legislation related to cryptocurrency. For the first time, this legislation has successfully…

1/29/2026 2 min read

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Senate Banking Committee cancels crypto market structure markup

Senate Banking Committee cancels crypto market structure markup

The Senate Banking Committee recently canceled a markup session intended to address the structure of the cryptocurrency market. This decision follows efforts by the committee's…

1/15/2026 2 min read

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How a battle with bankers tarnished crypto's market structure bill near the finish line

How a battle with bankers tarnished crypto's market structure bill near the finish line

The crypto industry is facing significant challenges as it navigates the complexities of legislative efforts to establish a more defined market structure. Recent events have…

1/14/2026 2 min read

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U.S. Senate back to crypto talks as industry's make-or-break bill faces time crunch

U.S. Senate back to crypto talks as industry's make-or-break bill faces time crunch

The U.S. Senate has resumed discussions regarding the critical legislation aimed at establishing a comprehensive framework for the crypto market. The urgency of these talks has…

1/6/2026 2 min read

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A few Republicans have crypto's destiny in their hands at the SEC, CFTC

A few Republicans have crypto's destiny in their hands at the SEC, CFTC

Recent leadership changes in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have resulted in both agencies being led…

1/5/2026 2 min read

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Crypto's closest ally in Congress, Sen. Lummis, is retiring next year

Crypto's closest ally in Congress, Sen. Lummis, is retiring next year

Senator Cynthia Lummis, a prominent advocate for digital assets in the U.S. Senate, has announced her decision to retire next year. This development raises significant…

12/19/2025 2 min read

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Senate confirms Trump crypto-friendly nominees to take over CFTC, FDIC

Senate confirms Trump crypto-friendly nominees to take over CFTC, FDIC

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Mike Selig as the new head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Travis Hill to lead the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation…

12/19/2025 2 min read

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What if crypto's U.S. market structure effort just never gets there?

What if crypto's U.S. market structure effort just never gets there?

The uncertainty surrounding the U.S. market structure for cryptocurrency continues to loom large, leaving many in the industry anxious about their future. The complexities of…

12/18/2025 2 min read

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CFTC's acting chief Pham poised to go to crypto firm MoonPay once Mike Selig lands

CFTC's acting chief Pham poised to go to crypto firm MoonPay once Mike Selig lands

The acting chief of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Kristin Pham, is preparing to transition to the cryptocurrency firm MoonPay. This move comes as the CFTC,…

12/17/2025 3 min read

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Consumer Groups Join Unions Trying to Derail U.S. Crypto Market Structure Bill

Consumer Groups Join Unions Trying to Derail U.S. Crypto Market Structure Bill

Recent developments have seen political progressives uniting with consumer groups to challenge the current versions of a legislative effort aimed at shaping the U.S. crypto…

12/10/2025 2 min read

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