Peirce admits the SEC mishandled crypto regulation under Gensler, urging earlier framework and more stakeholder engagement, cautioning against overreach, and outlining future focus on stablecoins, RWA tokenization, and custody. Abstract: In an interview, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce—often dubbed 'Crypto Mom'—said the agency's crypto regulation during Gary Gensler's tenure was flawed. She called for an earlier, clearer regulatory framework and greater engagement with industry stakeholders before policy actions, cautioned against overreach given Congress's limits, and highlighted future priorities such as stablecoins, tokenization of money market funds and real-world assets, and improved custody frameworks.

Gate News message, April 21 — During a Senate hearing on April 22, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis asked Federal Reserve chair nominee Wosh whether digital assets should be integrated into the nation's financial system to provide Americans with new investment opportunities and consumer protections. Wos

Gate News message, April 21 — The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against using dYdX and six other cryptocurrency platforms, stating they are not registered or authorized to solicit investments from local users. The warning aims to protect Filipino

Gate News message, April 21 — The Ethereum Foundation-supported ETH HK Hub (Ethereum Hong Kong Community Center) held its opening ceremony today in Hong Kong's West Kowloon district. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum Foundation Chair Aya Miyaguchi attended the event and participated i

Summary: SEC Philippines warns about seven unregistered crypto platforms (dYdX, Aevo, gTrade, Pacifica, Orderly, Deriv, Ostium) under CASP; promoters may face fines up to PHP 5 million or 21 years' jail. Abstract: The Philippines’ SEC issued an investor warning identifying seven unregistered cryptocurrency trading platforms (dYdX, Aevo, gTrade, Pacifica, Orderly, Deriv, Ostium) not registered under the Crypto Asset Service Provider framework. It cautions that promoting these platforms in the Philippines may incur criminal liability, with penalties including fines up to PHP 5 million and up to 21 years’ imprisonment.

Grayscale has submitted an amendment for its S-1 registration to the SEC for a HYPE-based ETF. If approved, it will trade on Nasdaq, offering direct exposure to HYPE tokens through a trust and may include staking income.

The SEC and CFTC propose to reduce hedge fund reporting requirements by exempting smaller advisors and increasing the asset threshold for Form PF from $150 million to $1 billion, with data used confidentially for oversight.

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh on April 21. Political uncertainty surrounds his nomination due to Senator Tom Tillis's opposition. Key macroeconomic data releases are also expected this week.

Senator Elizabeth Warren accused SEC Chair Paul Atkins of misleading Congress over a decline in enforcement actions, which hit a decade low in fiscal 2025. Warren sought clarification on the regulatory shift, while Atkins defended the changes as a strategic realignment of priorities.

Vitalik Buterin and Aya Miyaguchi will speak at the Hong Kong Ethereum Community Hub opening on April 21. The hub, Asia's first Ethereum-backed space, aims to connect Eastern and Western ecosystems with discussions on key topics like zero-knowledge proofs and AI.