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policy1 year ago

"SEC Expands Oversight to Include Crypto, DeFi, and High-Speed Traders"

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted a 247-page rule that will require market participants transacting in crypto assets meeting the definition of securities or government securities to comply with federal securities laws, including those involved in decentralized finance (DeFi). The rule, which will become effective 60 days after being published in the Federal Register, has faced pushback from the crypto industry, with concerns raised about the practicality and impact on innovation. The SEC's move aims to provide stricter oversight over dealers, including those operating in the cryptocurrency and DeFi space, to protect investors and ensure fair and level competition.

finance2 years ago

Market Skepticism Persists as Fed Hints at Possible Rate Hikes

Federal Reserve officials have indicated that they may raise interest rates further to combat inflation, but market participants remain skeptical. While the Fed has paused its rate hike campaign for now, officials have emphasized that they are prepared to tighten policy if necessary. However, traders are only pricing in a 15% chance of a rate hike next month, down from 20% a week ago. Some economists believe that inflation will subside without additional intervention from the Fed, as wage increases slow and housing prices stabilize. The Fed is closely monitoring inflation data before making any further moves.

finance2 years ago

SEC Implements Stricter Rules on Beneficial Ownership Reporting and Activist Investors

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted rule amendments to enhance transparency and provide more timely information for shareholders and the market. The amendments update Regulation 13D-G, requiring market participants to provide more timely information on their positions. The changes include shortening the deadline for initial Schedule 13D filings from 10 days to five business days, accelerating filing deadlines for Schedule 13G beneficial ownership reports, clarifying disclosure requirements for derivative securities, and mandating the use of structured, machine-readable data language for filings. Compliance with the revised filing deadlines and structured data requirement will be required in 2024.

cryptocurrency2 years ago

Navigating Bitcoin's Volatility: Insights and Strategies.

Bitcoin is entering prime "buy the dip" territory as the clock ticks down to the 2024 block subsidy halving, according to several well-known market participants. Bitcoin halving cycles are known to follow patterns when it comes to price activity in a given period. For those looking to profit from BTC exposure, the time to buy is now, while the months before the halving are less beneficial entry points. The upcoming halving has not yet been given sufficient market appreciation, according to the pseudonymous creator of the Stock-to-Flow family of Bitcoin price forecasting models.