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Interest groups, including Public Citizen, are urging the US Senate to confirm Caroline Crenshaw for a second term at the SEC before the new Congress begins. With the potential for a Republican majority, the confirmation window is narrow, as Crenshaw could be the last remaining Democrat at the agency after key departures. Critics from the crypto industry are opposing her nomination, citing her previous votes against crypto-related initiatives.
Avalanche has successfully raised $250 million in a token sale led by Galaxy Digital, Dragonfly, and ParaFi Capital, with over 40 investment firms participating. This funding aims to support the upcoming launch of the Avalanche9000 upgrade, which seeks to significantly reduce transaction costs and enhance application deployment on the layer-1 blockchain.In a separate development, the renomination vote for SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw has been postponed, amid criticism from crypto advocacy groups regarding her stance on regulatory policies. The delay raises the possibility of a Republican-majority SEC following the upcoming presidential transition.
Mark Cuban recently appeared on Jon Stewart's podcast, discussing the impact of crypto on the 2024 election and urging the Harris campaign to engage young male voters. He emphasized that the administration's stance on digital assets could significantly influence voter turnout. During the conversation, Stewart admitted his limited knowledge of blockchain, prompting Cuban to explain the fundamentals of cryptocurrencies, likening Bitcoin to digital gold and discussing regulatory challenges.
Donald Trump has been named Time Magazine's Person of the Year for the second time, recognized for his significant political influence and "comeback of historic proportions." This accolade may bolster his pro-crypto stance, as he aims to position the U.S. as the "crypto capital of the planet" and integrate Bitcoin into national financial strategy. Trump's administration promises to reshape crypto regulation favorably, with the recent appointment of Paul Atkins as SEC Chair seen as a move towards a more supportive regulatory environment for the industry.
Michael Sonnenshein, former CEO of Grayscale Investments, has been appointed COO of Securitize, a leading tokenization platform, effective December 9. After stepping down from Grayscale in May 2024, he has advised various fintech and blockchain firms and will now focus on building relationships with asset managers and enhancing marketing and sales efforts. Securitize, which has partnered with major firms like BlackRock, has moved over $1 billion in real-world assets onchain and recently secured $47 million in funding.
Superform has launched SuperUSDC, a DeFi product designed for automated yield management on Circle's stablecoin, USDC. This offering follows user feedback and aims to provide a curated selection of yield opportunities across various blockchain platforms. With $3 million raised in funding, Superform is positioned to capitalize on the anticipated growth of stablecoins, despite past market challenges.
Ripple's XRP remains in a legal battle with the SEC, which has hindered its growth and left investors uncertain. However, potential regulatory clarity could propel XRP towards $10, similar to Bitcoin's surge after institutional adoption. Meanwhile, PlutoChain aims to enhance Bitcoin's functionality by introducing smart contracts, potentially transforming its role in decentralized finance.
Chainlink's token, LINK, has seen a resurgence in price, recently climbing to over $28, a level not reached since November 2021. This recovery follows a favorable shift in regulatory sentiment after the SEC's recent developments, particularly regarding its classification as a security. With a 50% increase in DeFi's total value locked, demand for LINK is expected to rise, despite its current price being 46% lower than its all-time high.
Bitcoin (BTC) surged over 4% to reclaim $100,000, driven by positive inflation data, while Ethereum (ETH) approached $4,000 with a 7% increase. Other cryptocurrencies like Solana (SOL) and Ripple (XRP) also saw significant gains, contributing to a nearly 6% rise in the overall crypto market cap to $3.65 trillion. Despite this recovery, US bankers remain cautious about the volatile crypto landscape, emphasizing the need for a clearer regulatory framework.
Bitcoin has surged past $100,000, driven by optimism surrounding a favorable regulatory environment under President-elect Donald Trump and the potential leadership of pro-crypto figures like Brian Quintenz at the CFTC and Paul Atkins at the SEC. This rebound follows significant net inflows into US spot Bitcoin ETFs and a bullish sentiment fueled by expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Technical analysts suggest that major holders are accumulating Bitcoin, with projections indicating a potential rise to $275,000.
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