Bilal Bin Saqib, the CEO of Pakistan’s Crypto Council, has suggested harnessing the country’s runoff energy to power Bitcoin mining during a recent meeting in March. The council is working on regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies to attract foreign investment and position Pakistan as a leading crypto hub. Notable attendees included lawmakers and representatives from the ...
As we approach 2025, the cryptocurrency Market had initially anticipated a surge during Donald Trump’s presidency, given his pro-crypto stance. However, the expected “Trump bump” has not sustained itself, with Bitcoin and other key cryptocurrencies struggling to maintain their value. Despite this, the Trump administration has taken notable steps, such as creating a White House ...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is hosting public roundtables starting March 21 to discuss the regulation of cryptocurrency. The first event, “How We Got Here and How We Get Out – Defining Security Status,” will take place at the SEC’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., and will be streamed online. Commissioner Hester Peirce, who is ...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is organizing public roundtables starting March 21 to discuss how to regulate cryptocurrency. The first meeting will focus on determining what qualifies as a security in the crypto world and will be broadcast online from the SEC headquarters in Washington, D.C. Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the Crypto Task ...
The White House is set to host a historic cryptocurrency summit, marking a significant shift in the Trump administration’s approach to digital assets compared to previous administrations. Trump, who has a financial stake in a crypto business and has been vocal about making the U.S. the “crypto capital of the planet,” plans to create a ...
The White House is hosting a groundbreaking summit on cryptocurrency, signaling a shift in the Trump administration’s approach to digital assets. This event is led by White House advisors David Sacks and Bo Hines, amid Trump’s pledge to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the planet.” Trump has a financial stake in a crypto ...
A top executive at Coinbase announced that the Securities and Exchange Commission has dropped its legal action against the cryptocurrency exchange. Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s chief legal officer, described this as a victory for the company, its customers, and individual freedom, stating that the case should never have been filed. The SEC initially sued Coinbase in ...
Deribit, the largest cryptocurrency derivatives exchange in the world, is looking to expand its operations in Hong Kong. This move reflects a growing trend as Hong Kong seeks to become a major hub for virtual assets. The company’s chief commercial officer, Jean-David Péquignot, highlights Hong Kong’s status as an international financial center and its active ...
As 2025 begins, the crypto policy landscape is highlighting significant differences between the US and Europe. The European Union has established a comprehensive regulatory framework, known as MiCAR, focusing on consumer protection and financial stability in the digital asset space. In contrast, the US is pursuing a more favorable stance toward blockchain technology while resisting ...
Recent actions by the Trump Administration are opening new doors for the cryptocurrency industry. Following the establishment of a crypto task force by acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at advancing cryptocurrencies in the U.S. This order calls for the formation of a working group focused on creating a ...
