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Ripple and the SEC have filed a joint motion to pause their appeals for 60 days while finalising a settlement. The move follows an agreement in principle to resolve the lawsuit, including the SEC's appeal and charges against Ripple executives.

Hong Kong’s SFC has approved staking services for licensed crypto platforms, advancing the city’s goal of becoming a global crypto hub. HashKey can now offer Ethereum staking, including for spot ETFs—signaling rising regulatory support for digital assets.

OpenSea sent a letter to the SEC asking not to be treated like a securities exchange or broker. They argue NFT platforms are just marketplaces and want clear rules to avoid confusion.

The Trump administration’s rollback of crypto enforcement, marked by the DOJ’s crypto unit shutdown, signals a shift toward industry-friendly regulation. While some welcome the move, others warn it may weaken protections in a risky market. Innovation boost or regulation setback?

Galaxy Digital has received SEC approval to list on Nasdaq under the ticker GLXY, with the transition expected by mid-May after a shareholder vote. The firm also plans to move its legal domicile to Delaware to align with U.S. regulations, despite recent legal and market challenges.

SEC Chair nominee Paul Atkins faced little crypto scrutiny during his Senate hearing, signalling potential regulatory progress. However, concerns remain over conflicts linked to the Trump family’s crypto ventures.

Senator Bernie Moreno criticised former SEC Chairman Gary Gensler, calling him "one of the stupidest people in government" during a hearing. Gensler's departure followed Trump’s promise to remove him, amid frustrations in the crypto community over his aggressive regulatory stance.

The SEC, led by Hester Peirce, is hosting four public roundtables between April and June 2025 to create clearer regulations for cryptocurrency. The initiative marks a shift from enforcement to a more collaborative approach, engaging with industry experts to address key issues like trading, custody, and decentralised finance.

The SEC, led by Hester Peirce, is considering exempting certain NFT fundraising projects from securities laws, such as "Stoner Cats" and "Flyfish Club." This shift in policy could allow NFTs with access-based utility to avoid heavy regulation, while those with investment-like features may still face scrutiny.

Paul Atkins, Trump’s SEC Chair nominee, faces a Senate confirmation hearing on 27 March, where lawmakers must rigourously evaluate his regulatory vision.