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Filipinos now have the option to use cryptocurrency for SSS contributions.

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase takes legal action against U.S. regulators for transparency and fair regulation.

Ethereum firm Consensys continues its legal battle with the SEC for clear crypto regulations, despite the regulator ending its Ethereum 2.0 probe.

Ethereum’s market value rises following SEC’s decision to end its investigation, boosting investor confidence.

David Hirsch, the SEC’s crypto unit leader, steps down amid heightened scrutiny on cryptocurrency regulation.

Ripple Labs Inc. seeks a reduced fine from the SEC, arguing for a penalty similar to Terraform Labs’ settlement.

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler warns that crypto exchanges are still liable for enforcement actions despite making risk disclosures to investors.

NodeMonkes tops daily NFT market with almost US$1 million in sales.

Judge orders SEC to pay legal fees in dismissed DEBT Box case.

JPMorgan casts doubt on the likelihood of further SEC approvals for crypto ETFs after Ethereum ETF nod.

SEC officially approves Spot Ethereum ETFs months after Bitcoin.

Bipartisan lawmakers call on SEC for consistent crypto ETF standards as decision looms.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler has expressed strong opposition to the FIT21 Act, a bill set to regulate digital assets, citing concerns over investor protection.

Ether’s value surges as analysts suspect SEC may be leaning to ETF approvals.

XRP Ledger sees a 108% transaction surge in Q1 2024, despite SEC legal woes.

The iconic CryptoPunks collection tops daily NFT sales, but this isn’t enough to keep Ethereum above Bitcoin.

Robinhood’s digital assets division becomes the SEC’s latest legal opponent.

Consensys lawsuit unveils SEC’s internal suspicion of Ethereum as a security, challenging prior CFTC commodity designation.

Software firm Consensys seeks court ruling to stop SEC from classifying Ethereum as a security.

The SEC signals a cautious crypto stance, likely rejecting Ethereum ETFs and delaying Bitcoin ETF options.

The SEC extends review of Ethereum ETFs and requests public comments on BlackRock’s proposal, casting uncertainty on May approvals.

Ripple challenges SEC’s penalty, arguing for a reduced $10 million fine in a legal dispute.

Tether diversifies into data, finance, power, and education sectors, aiming for innovation and empowerment.

Agora’s AUSD stablecoin launch attracts $12M in seed funding, signaling strong market confidence.

Bitcoin’s JIGO BRC-20 NFTs see a slight uptick in transactions amid market dip.

The SEC seeks a $US2 billion penalty from Ripple Labs in a landmark case.

The DeFi Education Fund and Beba challenge the SEC to clarify the status of their $BEBA token as non-security.

Singapore-based Morph EVM raises US$20 million to enhance layer 2 blockchain technology.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission intensifies its scrutiny on the Ethereum Foundation through subpoenas, igniting debates over Ether’s classification and casting doubt on spot Ether ETF approvals.

U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Laphonza Butler have expressed concerns over the approval of crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin.

Studio 369’s blockchain-based game MetalCore receives fresh funding to enhance AI-driven features and ecosystem.

Analysts lower expectations for a spot Ethereum ETF approval by May.

Gary Gensler, SEC Chair, avoids commenting on Ethereum’s security status as the agency reviews spot ETF applications.

Two SEC commissioners express concerns over the agency’s ambiguous approach to cryptocurrency regulation following a recent settlement with ShapeShift.

The SEC alleges Binance.US has not fully complied with information requests regarding customer assets.

EigenLayer’s total value locked reaches $10 billion, flipping Maker to become the third-largest DeFi protocol.

A U.S. judge’s ruling classifies crypto assets traded in secondary markets as securities.

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce urges for sensible crypto regulation to support innovation and protect U.S. industry interests.

The financial watchdog contends the payment may be intended to avoid future judgments and should instead aid investors and creditors.

Avail, a Web3 infrastructure project, has raised US$27 million to develop its core products aimed at enhancing blockchain interoperability and scalability.

Crypto group and digital asset firm challenge SEC’s authority in Texas lawsuit.

Former SEC attorney Ladan Stewart transitions to White & Case, a firm known for defending crypto companies.

MetaMask partners with Blockaid to enhance security for over 30 million users.

The blockchain company’s latest mobile venture for a US$450 pre-order price per phone brings in US$45 million for Solana.

Ether ETF hopefuls on hold as SEC postpones decision.

Fidelity’s bid for a spot Ethereum ETF hits a snag as SEC delays decision.

Solana Mobile hints at second smartphone following surprise success of Saga. 

SEC’s landmark decision approves 11 Bitcoin ETFs, heralding a new era for digital asset investments.

Cboe appeals to SEC for fast-tracking Bitcoin ETFs.

Following a misleading tweet about Bitcoin ETFs, Senators Vance and Tillis demand answers from the SEC regarding its cybersecurity measures.

Imminent SEC decision on Bitcoin ETFs could mark a watershed moment for crypto, spearheaded by industry giants BlackRock and VanEck, reshaping the investment world.

Upbit joins 15 other crypto firms permitted to provide digital payment token services in Singapore.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler cautions about cryptocurrency volatility, highlighting investor protection concerns, as his agency nears a decision on spot Bitcoin ETF applications.

FTT rose over 65% despite FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s guilty verdict last week.

The SEC has reportedly been in contact with Grayscale since its court victory in August.

Bitcoin is up over 32% in the past month.

HSBC’s new service is expected to launch in 2024.

PayPal said that it is collaborating with the SEC’s request.

Bankman-Fried trial nears end: defense claims good faith as prosecution alleges misuse of funds.

Prosecutors pointed out inconsistencies in Bankman-Fried’s public statements before FTX collapsed in a four-hour grilling.

The XRP token rose over 6% on the day after the SEC dismissed the charges against Ripple’s top executives.

FTX’s former general counsel Can Sun testified he was “shocked” by $7 billion in missing customer funds as the prosecution’s case starts to draw to a close.

Top blockchain and crypto news: Gaza tensions, digital tremors, NFTs are not dancing in September, Joe Lubin talks traditional system’s twilight.

FTX’s collapse and the crypto winter helped regulators familiarize themselves with the rapidly evolving crypto industry, said Christina Rolle of the Bahamas Securities Commission.

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is seeking feedback on the second consultation paper on the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) bill, published on Thursday.  See related article: Binance ICO raised less than US$5 mln: Forbes Fast Facts See related article: What Europe’s new spot Bitcoin ETF means for global markets

Prosecutors allege the founder of the failed FTX cryptocurrency exchange had a reputation that was “built on lies” as hotly awaited trial begins.

The XRP token rose 4.42% after a federal judge denied the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) motion to overturn its recent loss against Ripple Labs. XRP traded at US$0.5308 at 2:45 p.m. in Hong Kong on Tuesday, according to CoinMarketCap data.  See related article: HK’s SFC & US SEC crack the whip as Blockchain […]

The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission delayed the publishing of a crypto framework earlier this year citing the FTX collapse in late 2022 as the reason.

Top blockchain and crypto news: U.S. lawmakers berate SEC over ETF applications. NFTs down but not dead. Hong Kong sees year’s biggest crypto heist so far.

Toncoin led losses among top 10 cryptos. Bitcoin dropped while Ether rose marginally.

With winds in its legal sails, crypto is now poised to evolve into a complete economy with its own financial products and capital markets. The question is when.

It’s a week for regulatory enforcement in the cryptocurrency space as blockchain takes center stage in the Philippines.