Crypto Firms Emerge as Major Political Donors Ahead of 2026 Midterms
Crypto firms, alongside AI and betting companies, are fueling record-breaking spending for the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, signaling a shift in political lobbying.
Crypto firms, alongside AI and betting companies, are fueling record-breaking spending for the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, signaling a shift in political lobbying.
A push for a September vote on the CLARITY Act faces criticism from lawmakers who argue the White House has failed to provide necessary feedback on the bipartisan ethics proposal.
Saudi Arabia has implemented stricter oversight protocols for bank transfers directed toward the United Arab Emirates, a move that reflects the Kingdom's evolving approach to regional financial regulation and capital flow transparency.

A major crypto political action committee, Fairshake, saw its $2 million investment in Florida primary races fail to secure desired outcomes, sparking debate over campaign tactics.

BitGo Korea has officially secured VASP registration in South Korea, marking a significant milestone for institutional custody services just before stricter regulatory requirements came into effect.

The US banking regulator is fast-tracking the implementation of the GENIUS Act, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for stablecoin issuers by November.

Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego expresses optimism that the US Congress can finalize the Clarity Act for crypto regulation despite current legislative hurdles.

As autonomous AI agents begin to manage digital assets, industry leaders are raising alarms about the potential for unprecedented security breaches and the lack of clear legal frameworks.

Donald Trump urged the US Senate on Wednesday to pass the CLARITY Act, emphasizing the need for regulatory certainty to maintain a competitive edge in the global digital asset landscape.

Shares of Coinbase and other crypto-linked entities climbed significantly this week as market participants anticipate a key procedural vote on the Clarity Act scheduled for September 15.

Prediction markets currently price the CLARITY Act at a 20 percent chance of passage, but experts caution that low liquidity levels could easily skew these results.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has unveiled a set of proposed rules aimed at providing legal clarity for digital assets, potentially signaling a shift in the American approach to initial coin offerings.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner Hester Peirce has voiced support for a new regulatory framework, highlighting the need for rules better suited to blockchain technology.

Former President Donald Trump is preparing to host a roundtable with cryptocurrency industry leaders, signaling a shift in political engagement as the SEC maintains its strict regulatory stance on digital assets.

This week's global crypto update highlights new SEC regulatory proposals and the approval of Trump-affiliated ventures, marking a pivotal moment for digital asset integration.

In a significant shift, the SEC is exploring new rules that would provide a legal pathway for crypto projects to conduct token sales while creating a mechanism to separate tokens from investment contracts.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has introduced a long-awaited proposal to refine how digital assets are classified and regulated during fundraising activities.
The US SEC has proposed a major new rule set dubbed Regulation Crypto, marking a pivotal shift in how the agency approaches the oversight of digital asset markets.
The SEC has proposed a new rulebook for crypto assets, introducing a $75 million offering pathway and safe harbor provisions to address the lack of federal legislation.
The Clarity Act, a pivotal piece of proposed legislation for the crypto industry, is currently stalled in Congress, with industry leaders expressing concerns over the lack of progress before the upcoming midterms.