A rising tide does not necessarily lift all boats when it comes to increasing compliance in the world of crypto asset investments. In fact, the existence of a bull market or a seemingly friendly regulatory environment can...more
The SEC’s effort to revamp the SEC’s approach to crypto assets and the blockchain industry is well underway. After forming a Crypto Task Force in the week of the administration, the SEC has been gathering input on the future...more
3/20/2025
/ Asset Tokens ,
Blockchain ,
Cryptoassets ,
Digital Assets ,
Disclosure Requirements ,
Investors ,
Regulatory Agenda ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Securities ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
Securities Regulation
As the fintech and payments industries evolve in 2025, businesses, financial institutions, and regulators must adapt to rapid technological advancements and shifting regulations. The rise of real-time payments, embedded...more
2/13/2025
/ Anti-Money Laundering ,
Blockchain ,
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ,
Cybersecurity ,
Digital Assets ,
Digital Wallets ,
Financial Regulatory Reform ,
Financial Services Industry ,
FinTech ,
Fraud ,
Payment Systems ,
Popular ,
Regulatory Agenda ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Stablecoins ,
State and Local Government ,
Technology Sector
On the campaign trail, then-candidate Trump made promises that he would prioritize the crypto industry. Expecting these promises to be fulfilled, the prices of many notable crypto assets jumped after his election. Now,...more
This session will provide a survey of key issues and trends impacting the fintech and digital assets community as well as the future opportunities and challenges presented for these financial products and services. It will...more
4/22/2024
/ Banking Regulators ,
Banking Sector ,
Banks ,
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ,
Continuing Legal Education ,
Cryptocurrency ,
Digital Assets ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Financial Products ,
Financial Regulatory Agencies ,
Financial Services Industry ,
FinTech ,
NYDFS ,
Partnerships ,
Risk Management ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
Third-Party Risk ,
Webinars
Three federal judges in the Southern District of New York sit at the center of the long-running battle between the SEC and the crypto industry, overseeing cases that may eventually bring clarity to the industry. After two...more
8/14/2023
/ Blockchain ,
Buyers ,
Coinbase ,
Cryptocurrency ,
Digital Assets ,
Digital Platforms ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Howey ,
Investment Contract ,
Investment Platforms ,
Popular ,
Ripple ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
Securities Litigation ,
Securities Regulation ,
Sellers
In 2022, the failures of prominent crypto companies overshadowed broader discussions in Congress about how crypto assets should be regulated. This Congress, both chambers are likely to continue to investigate, hold hearings,...more