The SEC's crypto unit downsizing may slow fraud response, impacting investor protection and potentially altering the crypto regulatory landscape.

Hester Peirce outlines the SECs Crypto Task Force plans to clarify digital asset rules, focusing on regulatory clarity and innovation.

US lawmakers form a working group to draft crypto rules as the Trump administration explores a national Bitcoin reserve plan.

FTX will start creditor repayments on February 18, covering claims under $50,000 with 9% interest, processed via BitGo.

Senator Hagerty's legislation proposes a stablecoin regulatory framework, ensuring safe issuance backed by USD and stringent oversight.

Coinbase's push could reshape US banking by integrating crypto services, potentially increasing financial innovation and market competition.

The new SEC approval process may slow investigations, potentially allowing fraud to go unchecked, while aiming to prevent unwarranted probes.