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SEC Chair Paul Atkins’ Crucial Wyoming Address Unveiled

The cryptocurrency world is buzzing with anticipation! U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins is set to discuss ‘Project Crypto’ today at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. This announcement, shared by Watcher Guru on X, has ignited significant interest across the digital asset landscape. It signals a potentially pivotal moment for understanding the future direction of crypto regulation. What is ‘Project Crypto’ and Why Does it Matter? While the specifics of ‘Project Crypto’ remain somewhat under wraps, its very mention by a high-ranking SEC official suggests a significant initiative. Historically, the SEC plays a crucial role in shaping the…

LegalAug 21

APAC Bitcoin Mining Goes Green Despite China Underground Activity

Bitcoin mining remains the backbone of the crypto economy. In the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, abundant hydropower, gas reserves, and surplus electricity create opportunities and friction. The region offers “green hash” potential yet faces high electricity costs and fragmented rules. For global investors, APAC bitcoin miners now sit at the center of debates over energy use, transparency, and capital access. APAC Bitcoin Mining Overview Latest Update – In July 2025, Bitdeer expanded hydropower mining capacity in Bhutan to more than 1,200MW, positioning the country as a renewable mining hub. Marathon Digital and Zero Two began operating a 200MW immersion-cooled site in…

MiningAug 21

$12 trillion in retirement funds can be invested in Bitcoin

President Donald Trump is scheduled to sign an executive order on Thursday, August 7, allowing 401(k) retirement plans to include private equity, real estate, and cryptocurrencies, among other similar assets. The order will instruct the U.S. Department of Labor to review and possibly revise the existing guidelines on the inclusion of alternative investments in retirement plans governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), as reported by Bloomberg. In addition, the department will also have to clarify how exactly fiduciary duties apply when asset allocation funds offer exposure to newly included holdings. What does Trump’s new 401(k)…

RegulationAug 21

'We Want to Embrace Innovation'

SEC Chair Paul Atkins reiterated Tuesday that the financial regulator is making a clean break with its crypto enforcement approach of the past, and pledged that most digital asset projects will soon have little to fear when it comes to securities regulation. “It is a new day,” Atkins said during an appearance at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, held at the Four Seasons in Jackson Hole. “I feel your pain.” The SEC chair specifically emphasized that, under his tenure, the regulator would never again pursue regulation by enforcement against crypto projects. “Now it’s different,” he said. “Now we want to embrace…

LegalAug 21

Ethereum Reclaims $4,600 With Unprecedented $1 Billion In Spot ETF Inflow

Ethereum (ETH) has recently seen a remarkable resurgence, inching closer to its $4,878 all-time high (ATH) record after a prolonged period of consolidation. On Tuesday, ETH broke the $4,600 mark for the first time in years, outperforming other cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP. Ethereum ETFs Attract $8.2 Billion YTD This price performance is largely attributed to a significant influx of capital into Ethereum spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which recorded a staggering $1 billion in inflows in just a single day—the largest daily inflow to date. According to data from Messari, year-to-date inflows into Ethereum ETFs have reached $8.2 billion,…

EthereumAug 21

How Will Crypto Prices React?

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4% amid rising inflation and slowing job growth. Crypto markets could benefit as central banks shift toward looser monetary policy. All eyes on the Fed’s September meeting, with rate cut odds even shooting above 93%. The Bank of England (BOE) has cut its key interest rate once again, bringing it down to 4% from 4.25%. This marks the fifth rate cut since August 2024, when borrowing costs were as high as 5.25%. BOE Governor Andrew Bailey called it a “finely balanced decision,” and confirmed that interest rates are still on a downward path.…

RegulationAug 21

US House Prepares to Approve Major Crypto Market Structure Bill, Says Caitlin Long

The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to vote on a major cryptocurrency market structure bill that would create the first comprehensive rulebook for digital assets in the country. The news comes from Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long, who revealed the development live on CNBC from the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. Washington’s Stance on Crypto Is Softening Speaking on the shifting political climate, Long emphasized that the regulatory landscape in D.C. has changed noticeably in recent months. She noted that bank regulators like the FDIC and OCC have softened their stance on crypto-related activities, while key personnel changes inside the Federal…

LegalAug 21

Ethereum Powers Up Another 5%, Eyes a Big Breakout at $4,800

Ethereum price found support near the $4,200 zone and started a fresh surge. ETH is rising and might soon aim for a move above the $4,620 zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $4,250 and $4,350 levels. The price is trading above $4,400 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $4,400 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $4,200 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Rallies Again Ethereum price started a fresh increase…

EthereumAug 21

Ethereum, Solana, XRP Rebound Amid Reports Trump Will Allow Crypto in 401(k)s

The crypto market is rebounding with major altcoins Ethereum, Solana, and XRP leading the way. It comes amid reports that President Trump is set to sign an executive order on Thursday that will pave the way for cryptocurrencies to be held in 401(k)s—a popular retirement account for Americans. Ethereum has climbed 7.3% over the past 24 hours to $3,856.26 and a market capitalization of $465 billion, according to CoinGecko. The move has seen $126 million worth of short positions on the second-largest cryptocurrency liquidated, per CoinGlass. Similarly, Cardano, Solana,, and XRP have all risen 5.7%, 4.9%, and 4.1% on the…

RegulationAug 21

SEC Reportedly Investigates World Liberty Partner Alt5 Sigma

The SEC is investigating Alt5 Sigma, a company that recently conducted a $1.5 billion partnership with Trump’s World Liberty Financial. Its President, Jon Isaac, is the direct target. Apparently, the Commission is determining whether or not Alt5 Sigma engaged in fraud activities including earnings inflations, stock manipulation, and more. SEC Investigates Trump Partner World Liberty Financial, a major Trump family crypto enterprise, has been investing in a lot of Web3 firms lately. Recently, the firm closed a $1.5 billion deal with Alt5 Sigma, ostensibly to support a WLFI token strategy, and it invited the firm to ring the Nasdaq Bell…

LegalAug 21