The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said on Tuesday it was forming a new cryptocurrency task force to develop a comprehensive and clear regulatory framework for crypto assets. President Donald Trump,

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said on Tuesday it was forming a new cryptocurrency task force "dedicated to developing a comprehensive and clear regulatory framework for crypto assets." The task force's focuses "will be to help the Commission draw clear regulatory lines,

UAE-registered CLS Global was one of the three companies charged by federal prosecutors following a novel crypto-focused undercover investigation.

CME Group's staging website revealed plans for a February 10 launch of XRP and Solana futures contracts with both standard and micro sizes, though the exchange has not officially confirmed the information.

Daniel Chartraw of South Lake Tahoe, California was recently indicted on wire fraud charges alleging that through his companies Crypto-Pal LLC and TDA Global he

Trump is also still expected to issue executive orders that will further promote Bitcoin adoption, Reuters and other media outlets have reported.

The total value of all cryptocurrencies in circulation currently stands at $3.5 trillion, which is near a record high. Bitcoin ( BTC 1.17%) accounts for more than half of that value, thanks to its market capitalization of almost $2 trillion.

Introduction Overview of Cryptocurrency Regulation Cryptocurrency regulation is an evolving field that reflects the rapid growth and integration of digital assets into mainstream finance. As cryptocurrencies moved from fringe technology to notable investment opportunities,

As President-elect Donald Trump begins a second term on Monday, he plans to issue an executive order making cryptocurrency a national priority, Bloomberg reports .

As part of the executive order, the creation of central bank digital currencies in the US has also been banned, which could compete with existing cryptocurrencies.

Trump's actions contrast sharply with those of former President Joe Biden’s administration, which had taken a more adversarial stance on crypto.