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SEC Chair Paul Atkins Sets September 15 Senate Vote for CLARITY Act

SEC Chair Paul Atkins expects a September 15 Senate vote on the CLARITY Act as disputes over yield and ethics language persist.

The Currency Analytics

Blockchain-Based Catastrophe Bonds to Test New Ownership Structure in Future

A law firm and a tokenization platform want to put catastrophe bonds on a blockchain.

Coindesk

Catastrophe bonds may join tokenization rush, with plans for test issuance in 2027

A law firm and a tokenization platform say their proposed structure would give investors legal ownership of cat bonds onchain and could lower the minimum investment.

Crypto news

Australia gives crypto firms Sept. 30 licence deadline

ASIC says Australian crypto firms must enter licensing by Sept. 30 or risk penalties reaching 10% of their annual turnover.

Crypto news

Ledger sued for $500M over alleged data breach and crypto theft

Ledger has been hit with a proposed class action seeking at least $500 million over allegations that poor security and disclosure failures tied to a December 2023 incident exposed customers to cryptocurrency theft and other financial losses.

Unchained

Kraken Owner Payward Now Targets Mid-2027 for Its Stock Market Debut

Two people familiar with the plans said Payward will not list before the second quarter of 2027, extending a delay that began in March.

The Currency Analytics

Kraken's Parent Company Delays IPO Amid Market Challenges and SEC Review

Payward wants to go public. Just not yet — and probably not before mid-2027 at the earliest.

Cointelegraph

Australia warns unlicensed crypto firms of fines up to 10% of annual turnover

ASIC has recorded more than 45 digital asset-related license applications as its temporary enforcement relief approaches Sept. 30 expiration.

Benzinga

Paul Atkins Says CLARITY Act Passage Crucial to SEC's New Crypto Rules, Stresses Importance of 'Statutory Grounding'

SEC Chair Paul Atkins said on Wednesday that the agency's new cryptocurrency regulation proposal aligns with the agency's belief that the CLARITY Act will be enacted into law. Atkins Hails ‘Most Historic Step' During an interview with Fox Business, Atkins reiterated that the proposal is the "most historic step" taken to modernize cryptocurrency regulations and cement the U.S. as the “Crypto Capital of the World.

Crypto news

The Fed might hike in September. Here is what that does to every crypto thesis.

CME FedWatch odds for a September rate hike have surged past 66% after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish Jackson Hole speech and oil prices driven above $90 by the Iran conflict.

Crypto news

Bessent names digital assets among possible targets in Iran sanctions push

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said digital assets, airlines and the maritime industry could face new measures as the Trump administration prepares to increase economic pressure on Iran.

Blockonomi

Payward Postpones Kraken IPO Until 2027 Amid Crypto Market Headwinds

The parent company of Kraken, Payward, has extended the timeline for its anticipated initial public offering, now targeting Q2 2027 as the soonest possible launch date. The postponement was verified by two sources with knowledge of the situation, both requesting anonymity due to the confidential nature of the discussions.

Crypto news

Thailand SEC plans Travel Rule requiring five-year crypto transfer records

Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed new rules requiring digital asset operators to collect, verify and retain information tied to crypto transfers under its planned Travel Rule framework.

Blockonomi

Federal Authorities Confiscate $560K in Hamas Cryptocurrency and Dismantle Fundraising Network

On September 1, 2026, the U.S. Justice Department revealed it had confiscated over $560,000 in digital currency connected to Hamas operations. Federal authorities simultaneously dismantled the organization's digital platforms used for financial solicitation and supporter recruitment.

Blockonomi

Japanese Firm Remixpoint Exits All Altcoins in Bold Bitcoin-Only Strategy

Tokyo-based Remixpoint has executed a complete divestment of its alternative cryptocurrency holdings, consolidating its digital asset strategy around Bitcoin exclusively.

Crypto news

DOJ seizes $560K in Hamas crypto funding probe

The DOJ said the FBI seized over $560,000 in cryptocurrency and took control of domains and servers allegedly used by Hamas to collect donations.

Crypto news

SEC chair Atkins expects CLARITY Act to move forward this month

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission chairman has said he expects the CLARITY Act to advance through the Senate this month as regulators continue developing crypto rules alongside Congress.

The Currency Analytics

Kraken Develops Crypto Solutions for Institutional Investors Amid IPO Delay

Crypto news

Securitize and Socios.com plan tokenized equity for sports teams

Securitize and Socios.com have partnered to develop regulated tokenized equity offerings that would represent minority ownership stakes in professional sports teams. The companies said the planned offerings will operate under the Socios Equity Token brand, combining Socios.

Crypto Daily

Securitize and Socios Plan Tokenized Equity Stakes in Pro Sports Teams

Securitize and Socios.com plan regulated tokenized minority stakes in pro sports teams, but no Socios Equity Tokens are available to buy yet.