43 phút trướcSEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Seeks Comment on Crypto Trading on NSEs and ATSsSEC Commissioner Hester Peirce issued a statement on Dec. 17 seeking public comment on crypto asset trading on National Securities Exchanges and Alternative Trading Systems, aligned with newly released FAQs from the Division of Trading and Markets. The notice centers on crypto asset securities and trading-clearing arrangements for pairs involving securities and non-securities crypto assets, with SEC staff prepared to work with market participants to facilitate compliant trade-for-trade activity on regulated platforms. Peirce emphasized the need for clearer market-structure rules that protect investors without imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens, and asked whether Regulation ATS (issued in 1998) and Regulation NMS lag in addressing crypto and blockchain contexts. Topics for comment include lowering entry barriers for crypto asset securities platforms; whether Reg NMS and Reg ATS impose disproportionate compliance costs; whether to establish a dedicated Form ATS for crypto or adjust current disclosure requirements; whether crypto ATS disclosures should remain non-public or adopt SEC review mechanisms; whether Form ATS-R quarterly reporting remains necessary given on-chain traceability; clarifying methods for converting non-USD assets to USD; handling trade-information confidentiality, system risk controls under Rule 15c3-5, and Reg SCI; and how regulation can avoid hindering individual software development or automated and decentralized trading.
11 giờ trướcFed Governor Waller Says Weak Labor Market Could Benefit From Rate CutsFederal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said on Dec. 17 that the U.S. labor market is very weak and current employment growth unsatisfactory, adding that Fed rate cuts would help the job market, BlockBeats reports. He noted inflation remains above the central bank's target but should decline over the coming months, and said inflation expectations are anchored.11 giờ trướcDTCC to Tokenize U.S. Treasuries on Canton Network After Receiving SEC No-Action LetterDTCC, a core infrastructure operator for U.S. securities markets, said on Dec. 17 it plans to tokenize U.S. Treasuries and move them on-chain after receiving a three-year no-action letter from the SEC, BlockBeats reports. Under the initiative, portions of U.S. Treasuries custodied by its subsidiary DTC would be minted as on-chain assets on Canton Network, the permissioned blockchain developed by Digital Asset, with plans to extend to a broader set of eligible securities. Initial coverage includes U.S. Treasuries, certain ETFs, and securities tracking the Russell 1000 Index, with an MVP targeted for the first half of 2026. DTCC will join Canton Network governance and serve as co-chair of the Canton Foundation alongside Euroclear.12 giờ trướcOver 250 U.S. Listed Companies Add Cryptocurrencies to Balance Sheets in 2024More than 250 U.S. listed companies have begun holding cryptocurrencies on their balance sheets this year as President Donald Trump publicly embraces digital assets, the New York Times reports. Trump has called himself the "first crypto president," rolled back earlier strict oversight after taking office, supported pro-crypto legislation, and launched a memecoin named TRUMP. These moves have pushed the once-marginal crypto industry into the core of the U.S. financial system, with some newly listed firms lacking mature businesses and instead focusing on accumulating Bitcoin and other tokens. Analysts quoted in the report said Trump's policies are channeling crypto-related risk into the stock market, increasing investors' exposure to volatility as corporate structures become more crypto-focused.13 giờ trướcHong Kong SFC-authorised spot VA ETFs hit HK$5.47 billion, up 33% YoY by end-NovemberHong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission said spot virtual asset ETFs it has authorised reached HK$5.47 billion in total capitalisation by end-November, up 33% year on year, with the product count rising to 11, according to the regulator's third-quarter 2025 report published on December 17. Assets under management in SFC-authorised tokenised retail money market funds climbed 557% year on year to HK$5.48 billion by end-November since their launch this year, with eight such funds now in operation. The SFC noted it jointly reminded investors with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority in August to monitor market volatility related to stablecoin concepts while supporting virtual asset innovation.17 giờ trướcU.S. Senators Unveil SAFE Crypto Act to Form Federal Task Force Against Crypto FraudU.S. Senators introduced the SAFE Crypto Act on December 17 to create a federal task force focused on combating cryptocurrency fraud, according to BlockBeats. The proposal would bring together the Treasury Department, law enforcement, financial regulators, and private-sector experts to study emerging crypto scams and strengthen local enforcement capabilities. The legislation reflects growing government efforts to protect consumers and financial markets from digital-asset risks.17 giờ trướcIoTeX Achieves MiCA Compliance Across 27 EU Member States, Publishes IOTX WhitepaperIoTeX announced on December 17 that it has achieved full MiCA compliance across all 27 EU member states and released a MiCA-aligned IOTX whitepaper, according to BlockBeats. The milestone gives IoTeX EU-wide regulatory clarity, enabling regulated exchanges and custodians to support IOTX under a unified framework. The move is expected to ease institutional adoption and support the expansion of IoTeX’s Machine Economy and Real World AI initiatives across Europe.18 giờ trướcJapan Proposes Separate Self-Assessed Crypto Tax Regime From January 2028Japan plans to introduce a separate self-assessed cryptocurrency tax regime starting in January 2028, according to BlockBeats. The proposal would reclassify crypto gains currently taxed as miscellaneous income at rates up to 55%. While industry groups support a 20% flat tax similar to stocks, authorities are prioritizing market stability and investor protection under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, pushing implementation beyond earlier 2027 expectations.19 giờ trướcCIBC: Weakening US Labor Market Could Prompt Earlier Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026On December 17, CIBC said softer U.S. nonfarm payrolls signal a weakening labor market, while resilient consumer spending shows underlying demand remains firm. The bank noted this mix could prompt Fed policymakers—especially recent dissenters—to reconsider their stance, raising the odds of earlier rate cuts in 2026. CIBC also highlighted upcoming FOMC voting changes, with Austan Goolsbee and Adriana Kugler rotating off and more hawkish Thomas Harker and Lorie Logan joining, potentially shaping future policy direction.22 giờ trướcHassett Leads Warsh in Fed Chair Betting Markets at 52% on Polymarket, 50% on KalshiHassett moved ahead of Warsh for Fed chair on Dec. 17, with Polymarket showing Hassett at 52% and Warsh at 30% for Trump nomination odds, while Kalshi showed Hassett at 50% and Warsh at 31%, BlockBeats reports. Treasury Secretary Bessent said one or two more interviews may happen this week and that both candidates are very qualified.
