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House Democrats Eye Their Own Crypto Market Structure Bill With a Bigger SEC Role After Sweep
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House Democrats Eye Their Own Crypto Market Structure Bill With a Bigger SEC Role After Sweep

Following their electoral success, House Democrats are reportedly discussing a new crypto market structure bill that would grant the SEC a larger role. This proposed legislation contrasts with previous efforts, potentially increasing regulatory oversight by the securities regulator.

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Canton’s CC rises 4% as SEC staff view it as ‘digital commodity’
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Canton’s CC rises 4% as SEC staff view it as ‘digital commodity’

Canton's native CC token rose 4% after regulatory staff issued guidance viewing earned CC tokens as digital commodities. The relief covers tokens earned by operating network infrastructure and decentralised applications. While not a legally binding commission ruling, the guidance offers significant operational clarity for ecosystem participants.

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SEC flags tokenization as high-risk area in 2027 market examinations
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SEC flags tokenization as high-risk area in 2027 market examinations

The SEC has identified tokenization as a high-risk area for its 2027 market examinations. While cryptocurrencies are not a standalone category, the focus on tokenized assets signals increased regulatory scrutiny.

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Why centralized exchanges refuse to list legacy crypto tokens without explicit SEC immunity
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Why centralized exchanges refuse to list legacy crypto tokens without explicit SEC immunity

Centralized exchanges continue to refuse listings for legacy crypto tokens without explicit SEC immunity, leaving early projects in limbo. This cautious approach stems from severe regulatory crackdowns and ongoing legal uncertainties surrounding historical initial coin offerings.

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Bitwise, Hyperliquid seek SEC rule changes for token trading, airdrops
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Bitwise, Hyperliquid seek SEC rule changes for token trading, airdrops

Bitwise and Hyperliquid are urging the SEC to implement rule changes concerning token trading and airdrops. The firms are seeking clearer regulatory guidance on the classification of crypto assets and secondary market transactions as the public comment period concludes.

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Microsoft, Alphabet and Goldman Sachs join objections to OKX-ICE tokenized stock trading
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Microsoft, Alphabet and Goldman Sachs join objections to OKX-ICE tokenized stock trading

Major corporations including Microsoft, Alphabet, and Goldman Sachs have joined a growing list of firms objecting to OKX and ICE's proposed tokenized stock trading venue. This collective opposition highlights significant concerns from traditional finance and tech giants regarding the integration of tokenized securities into existing market structures under the SEC's framework.

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Market participants weigh in on SEC’s proposed crypto regulations
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Market participants weigh in on SEC’s proposed crypto regulations

Market participants are actively submitting feedback on the SEC's proposed Regulation Crypto Assets ahead of the public comment deadline. The regulatory framework aims to establish clearer compliance guidelines for digital asset operators.

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SEC tokenized stock framework faces issuer pushback as Broadcom, Verizon object to OKX-ICE listing
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SEC tokenized stock framework faces issuer pushback as Broadcom, Verizon object to OKX-ICE listing

Major corporations are strongly pushing back against the SEC's proposed tokenized stock framework for the OKX-ICE venue. Companies like Broadcom and Verizon joined several others in objecting to the regulatory structure.

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