United States Securities and Exchange Commission

The SEC launched a new task force on January 21, 2025, to develop a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrency. Hester Peirce will lead the initiative, aiming to collaborate with the crypto industry for clearer guidelines.

With Gary Gensler out as SEC Chair, the crypto industry celebrates. President Trump has named Commissioner Mark Uyeda as acting chair until Paul Atkins is confirmed by the Senate.

Elon Musk’s delayed Twitter stock disclosure allegedly cost investors $150 million, raising questions about how Trump’s administration will handle the case. With a new SEC chair incoming, will Trump intervene for his close ally or let the process play out?

Elon Musk is being sued by the SEC for failing to disclose his large purchase of Twitter stock on time, which allowed him to buy shares at lower prices. The SEC claims this delayed filing caused harm to other investors and is seeking civil penalties and the return of Musk's profits.

Mango Markets, a Solana-based DEX, is shutting down after an SEC settlement, governance disputes, and legal issues from a 2022 exploit. Users are urged to close positions as the platform winds down to preserve remaining assets.

Do Kwon’s fraud trial over the $40 billion Terra LUNA collapse is set for 26 January 2026, in the US, delayed by six terabytes of evidence, encrypted phones, and untranslated Korean documents. He has one week to request an earlier date. Will this delay benefit him or prolong his legal battle?

As his SEC term ends, Gary Gensler reiterates his criticism of crypto, stressing the need for strict regulation and citing 100 enforcement actions. Is this frustration or justified caution?

Finnish authorities have confiscated over $2.6 million in luxury watches from Hex founder Richard Heart, who is facing allegations of tax evasion and assault. As officials intensify their search, Heart’s whereabouts remain unknown.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s meeting with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago signals a strong start to 2025, driven by legal victories and XRP optimism. Ripple CLO Stuart Alderoty also praised the beef bourguignon. With Trump’s ongoing meetings with tech leaders, what’s next on the menu and agenda?

Judge Katherine Failla approved Coinbase’s interlocutory appeal, citing inconsistencies in how courts define securities under the SEC’s jurisdiction. While the decision lets Coinbase challenge the SEC in the Second Circuit, is this a true victory or just a temporary delay?