USA | ForkLog - Part 19

ForkLog 25 13.06.2025

SEC Withdraws Gensler’s DeFi Regulation Initiatives

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially withdrawn rules proposed by former agency head Gary Gensler concerning the DeFi sector and crypto asset custody. This was reported by The Block.

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ForkLog 329 13.06.2025

Former Wex Exchange Head to be Extradited to the US

Poland has approved the extradition of Dmitry Vasiliev, the former head of the cryptocurrency exchange Wex, to the United States, reports TASS. He is accused of fraud and money laundering in a case related to the trading platform BTC-e and its operator Alexander Vinnik. The information was confirmed by Vasiliev’s lawyer, Alexander Surzhin. According to […]

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ForkLog 49 12.06.2025

Dollar Index Decline Paves Way for Bitcoin Surge

The cryptocurrency market is poised for a significant price movement. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has fallen to a two-year low, while on-chain metrics indicate hidden Bitcoin accumulation and a supply shortage. Dollar Loses Ground For the first time since early 2022, the DXY has dropped below 98. A weaker dollar traditionally creates a favorable […]

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ForkLog 151 07.06.2025

Gemini Exchange Files for IPO with SEC

The cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an IPO. The proposed initial offering of Class A shares will occur following the regulator’s review of the application. Gemini has not yet determined the number or price range of the shares […]

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ForkLog 29 03.06.2025

Trump Dinner NFT Fetches $16,000

Attendees of the May gala dinner hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump for holders of his meme coin received limited edition non-fungible tokens (NFTs). One of the rarest was sold for approximately $16,000. Source: Magic Eden. The NFTs were distributed to participants about two weeks after the dinner. They were allocated not only to the […]

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ForkLog 31 30.05.2025

SEC Clarifies Staking Regulations

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that under certain conditions, staking does not violate American securities laws. The document prepared by the Division of Corporation Finance is not a legally binding guide but rather an analysis by the regulator. Experts told CoinDesk that the statement effectively permits companies to offer staking services, including […]

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ForkLog 7 28.05.2025

US Labor Department Lifts Bitcoin Restrictions in Pension Funds

The US Department of Labor has rescinded its guidance advising fiduciaries against considering cryptocurrencies as investment options for 401(k) retirement plans. In 2022, the department expressed concern over Fidelity Investments’ intention to offer Bitcoin accumulation for retirement savings. At that time, the department issued guidance that was met with backlash from the industry. “The [President […]

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ForkLog 45 28.05.2025

Arrests Made in Three Countries Over Bitcoin Extortion Allegations

Over the past week, law enforcement agencies in the United States, South Korea, and France have detained individuals suspected of targeting cryptocurrency holders for extortion. New York, USA According to AP, on May 27, a 32-year-old cryptocurrency entrepreneur from Miami, William Duplessis, surrendered to New York police. He faces charges of kidnapping, assault, unlawful imprisonment, […]

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ForkLog 32 28.05.2025

US Considers Bitcoin Acquisition Without Budget Impact

The United States might bolster its Bitcoin reserves with backing from the White House and approval from relevant agencies. This was revealed by Donald Trump’s special advisor on AI and cryptocurrencies, David Sacks, at the Bitcoin 2025 conference. White House crypto czar David Sacks hints the U.S. could start buying #Bitcoin soon.pic.twitter.com/GQ79b4oCpG — TFTC (@TFTC21) […]

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ForkLog 31 25.05.2025

Tether Prioritizes Markets Outside the US

Tether will continue to focus on markets outside the United States, despite Congress’s consideration of bills to integrate stablecoins into the financial system. This was stated by the company’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, on Bloomberg TV. On May 20, the Senate approved the so-called GENIUS Act. The House Financial Services Committee has approved its own bill […]

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ForkLog 47 23.05.2025

US Banks to Launch Stablecoin Consortium, Reports WSJ

Major US banks are in discussions to jointly issue a “stablecoin,” according to WSJ. The initiative aims to counter the growing influence of the crypto industry, sources told the publication. Participants in the talks include Early Warning Services (operator of the Zelle payment system) and The Clearing House (a network for instant transfers), owned by […]

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ForkLog 168 23.05.2025

Trump’s Gala for TRUMP Token Holders Sparks Calls for Guest List Disclosure

Democrats have accused U.S. President Donald Trump of creating a channel for selling political influence through cryptocurrencies, reports The Block. The occasion was a private dinner for 220 major holders of the TRUMP meme coin, hosted by the president at his golf club in Virginia. Guests were served steak, halibut, and chocolate dessert, with posters […]

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