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Recently, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it would postpone a decision on applications for two Solana—related cryptocurrency ETFs from 21Shares and Bitwise. In this process, the regulator invited the public to actively participate, which opens up new horizons for discussion and possibly even changes in the terms of regulation of cryptocurrencies.
The SEC has begun considering an application to create an ETF that will include Solana, called the 21Shares Core Solana ETF and the Bitwise Solana ETF. This is another step in the growing number of applications for cryptocurrency products that have attracted the interest of financial players and investors around the world. The SEC explained that at the moment they have not reached final conclusions, but have just started the trial process. It is important that they invite all interested parties to make their comments and suggestions regarding future changes to the rules.
Why is the SEC delaying the decision?
Cryptocurrency exchange—traded funds (ETFs) are investment products that will allow investors to buy and sell assets linked to popular cryptocurrencies without owning them directly. ETFs can become a serious tool in financial markets, especially for assets like Solana. This attracts the attention of large investors and regulators, as they can affect the volatility of the cryptocurrency market.
The SEC is already reviewing more than 70 applications for cryptocurrency ETFs, which shows how important these products have become. 21Shares and Bitwise, in particular, are expanding their offerings to include cryptocurrencies such as Solana, Dogecoin, XRP and Polkadot in their applications. However, this process is far from simple and requires time to thoroughly check all the factors.
What will all this lead to?
Apparently, the SEC focuses on the most transparent approach and opens the door to public discussions. This provides an opportunity for investors and regulators to analyze how changes in the rules may affect the market. At the same time, cryptocurrency ETFs for bitcoin and ethereum are already actively operating in the financial markets, but assets such as Solana have yet to be thoroughly studied.
In addition, an interesting trend has been observed in recent weeks: against the background of the growth of cryptocurrency ETFs in the United States, there has been an influx of funds into cryptocurrency products, which confirms the general interest of investors. For example, over the past week, $785 million has been invested in cryptocurrency ETPs, and this continues to be an increasing trend in 2025.
Backfilling question
If the SEC does approve cryptocurrency ETFs for Solana, do you think this will lead to an increase in interest in this cryptocurrency from large investors?
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На крипторинку розгортається напружена боротьба за Circle, емітента другого за величиною стейблкоїна USDC. Згідно з останніми повідомленнями, Ripple, компанія, що стоїть за криптовалютою XRP, нібито зробила нову, значно підвищену пропозицію в розмірі 9-11 мільярдів доларів, намагаючись випередити свого конкурента Coinbase. Ця новина свідчить про зміну динаміки в гонці за домінування на ринку стейблкоїнів та вплив на майбутнє цифрових фінансів.
Раніше Ripple вже висувала пропозицію про купівлю Circle, яка, за чутками, становила 4-5 мільярдів доларів, але її було відхилено як недостатню. Нова, агресивніша пропозиція в 11 мільярдів доларів демонструє рішучість Ripple значно розширити свій вплив у сфері стейблкоїнів та крос-кордонних платежів. Імовірно, ця пропозиція включає як готівку, так і токени XRP з великих резервів Ripple.
З іншого боку, Coinbase, яка має глибокі зв'язки з Circle, будучи співзасновником консорціуму Centre, відповідального за випуск USDC, також веде неформальні переговори щодо можливої купівлі. Хоча офіційних пропозицій від Coinbase не розголошується, аналітики припускають, що угода з їхнього боку, ймовірно, включатиме комбінацію готівки та власного капіталу. Деякі джерела навіть стверджують, що Circle воліла б продати себе Coinbase.
Важливо зазначити, що Circle, попри переговори про поглинання, активно готується до первинної публічної пропозиції (IPO), плануючи вийти на Нью-Йоркську фондову біржу з оцінкою близько 5 мільярдів доларів. Ця подвійна стратегія - IPO та розгляд пропозицій про продаж - свідчить про гнучкість компанії у пошуку оптимального шляху для свого майбутнього.
Чому Circle є такою бажаною ціллю?
Придбання Circle дасть переможцю значний контроль над USDC, одним з найбільших стейблкоїнів у світі, з ринковою капіталізацією, що перевищує 32 мільярди доларів. Для Ripple це означало б не тільки розширення її присутності на ринку стейблкоїнів, але й можливість інтегрувати USDC у свою глобальну платіжну систему, потенційно позиціонуючи XRP як основну "міст-валюту" для крос-кордонних транзакцій. Це також може допомогти Ripple зміцнити свої позиції як провідного гравця у створенні відповідної американським регуляторним вимогам екосистеми цифрових фінансів, особливо з огляду на її тривалі судові баталії з Комісією з цінних паперів та бірж США (SEC).
Для Coinbase, яка вже має значний вплив на USDC завдяки своїй ролі у Centre Consortium та розподілі стейблкоїна на своїй платформі, придбання Circle поглибило б її домінування у сфері стейблкоїнів та її загальну позицію на ринку криптовалют.
Майбутні наслідки
Вихід цієї угоди, незалежно від того, хто стане переможцем, матиме значні наслідки для всього крипторинку.
* Домінування на ринку стейблкоїнів: Якщо Ripple або Coinbase придбає Circle, це змінить ландшафт ринку стейблкоїнів, посиливши конкуренцію з лідером ринку Tether (USDT).
* Інновації та інтеграція: Потенційне злиття може прискорити інновації у сфері цифрових платежів та децентралізованих фінансів (DeFi), інтегруючи USDC у ширші екосистеми Ripple або Coinbase.
* Регуляторна ясність: Для Ripple, яка прагне створити екосистему, сумісну з американськими регуляціями, придбання Circle може стати ключовим кроком у цій стратегії, особливо після завершення її судової справи з SEC.
Наразі ні Ripple, ні Coinbase, ні Circle не зробили офіційних підтверджень щодо цих переговорів. Проте, джерела, близькі до ситуації, стверджують, що інтенсивні дискусії тривають, і майбутнє Circle, а разом з ним і частина майбутнього стейблкоїнів, залишається в підвішеному стані. Це є свідченням того, як швидко розвивається криптоіндустрія, де великі гравці прагнуть закріпити своє домінування через стратегічні злиття та поглинання.#Ripple #CoinbaseEffect #SEC
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Crypto regulation is entering a new era as the SEC commits to ditching aggressive enforcement in favor of crystal-clear rules, unleashing long-awaited momentum for blockchain innovation.

Crypto Gets Regulatory Reset as SEC Chair Paul Atkins Prioritizes Clarity Over Crackdowns
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins delivered a pointed message to lawmakers during his May 20 testimony before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government: the agency is taking a new direction on crypto. Just weeks into his tenure, Atkins detailed an overhaul of how the SEC will approach digital asset markets, promising clarity and fairness for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Central to Atkins’ remarks was a shift away from using enforcement actions as a primary tool to shape crypto policy. He made clear that rules will now be created through proper channels. Atkins stated:
A key priority of my chairmanship will be to develop a rational regulatory framework for crypto asset markets that establishes clear rules of the road for the issuance, custody, and trading of crypto assets while continuing to discourage bad actors from violating the law.
“Clear rules of the road are necessary for investor protection against fraud—not the least to help them identify scams that do not comport with the law,” the SEC chair added. He underscored that enforcement should be used to uphold established obligations, not invent them.
Atkins praised the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, formed earlier this year by Commissioners Mark Uyeda and Hester Peirce, as an example of internal collaboration that’s helping bring long-awaited clarity to the sector. The Task Force is charged with crafting a coherent framework to regulate crypto markets in a way that fosters innovation while protecting investors. The SEC chief explained:
The task force has held four roundtables so far on further defining security status, tailoring regulation for crypto trading, custody considerations, and tokenization. I look forward to the input from industry and additional public feedback during the next roundtable on decentralized finance.
In addition to policy development, Atkins also proposed structural changes within the SEC to integrate innovation across all divisions, including plans to disband the Strategic Hub for Innovation and Financial Technology. He argued that forward-looking policies should not be the domain of a small office but part of the agency’s broader mission. His vision signals a major philosophical and procedural shift, one that seeks to balance robust investor protections with a market environment conducive to responsible blockchain innovation.

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Grayscale and 21Shares' plans to launch a $DOGE coin and $XRP ETFs product will have to wait until at least June, according to the US SEC.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed Dogecoin and XRP ETF applications from Grayscale Investments and 21 Shares, respectively.
The decision follows a pattern of related delays announced earlier this month as the commission sought additional time to decide on unconventional assets.


While the delay is not an outright denial, it adds to growing speculation about ETFs for both assets.
Dogecoin and XRP ETFs likely
The markets regulator has extended the May 21-22 deadline to further examine whether the proposals meet the requirements of Exchange Act Section 6(b)(5) to prevent fraud and protect investors.
In February, 21 Shares filed for an $XRP ETF product, adding to the growing list of crypto ETF filings in the United States.
This product is intended to be traded on the Cboe BZX exchange and seeks to offer institutional investors indirect exposure to the top coins.
Just like 21 Shares, Grayscale Investments filed for a spot Dogecoin ETF product following the initial DOGE Trust that launched in January.


The US SEC recognized the DOGE ETF filing in March, setting it on the official approval window.
After the latest delay, the regulator plans to make its decision on the XRP ETF on June 17 of this year. A similar decision was made for Grayscale Investments’ Dogecoin ETF.
It is worth noting that despite these delays, the prices of both altcoins have not declined.
As of writing, XRP was changing hands at $2.355, up 1.66% in 24 hours. CoinMarketCap data also showed Dogecoin trading at $0.2264, up 0.75%.
Although both coins remain subject to current market volatility, they could play a role in the upcoming altcoin season.
The prospect of their approval by the US SEC is a key catalyst to watch for both coins.
Crypto ETF approval woes
Earlier this week, the markets regulator delayed its decision on the Solana ETF application from Bitwise and 21Shares. The move confirmed that the commission is not targeting any single asset.
Commenting on the trend, Bloomberg senior ETF analyst James Seifert said that delays on these products are normal.
Despite the near-term date for some XRP approvals, he noted that an early approval would be considered around June.

Analysts said the SEC typically takes its time reviewing and responding to 19b-4 ETF filings.
Despite the fact that Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF products have been around for over a year, altcoin ETFs are expected to require careful consideration before approval.
However, since the confirmation of Paul Atkins as SEC Chairman, confidence in the approval has improved based on his forward-thinking nature.

#Dogecoin‬⁩ #Xrp🔥🔥 #SEC #CryptoNewss #Market_Update

Those eagerly waiting for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to approve ETF products for Dogecoin and XRP will have to wait a bit longer. The SEC has announced that final decisions are now postponed until at least June. While the hope for approval remains, clarity won’t come for several more weeks.

🧾 Grayscale and 21Shares Must Be Patient
Two major firms — Grayscale Investments and 21Shares — behind the proposed ETFs haven’t gotten the green light yet. The SEC says it needs more time to assess whether the proposals meet legal requirements and adequately protect investors.
📍 21Shares filed its XRP ETF request back in February

📍 Grayscale followed with a Dogecoin ETF after launching the DOGE Trust in January

📅 New decisions are expected by June 17

💼 What’s at Stake – and Why the Buzz?
An ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) allows investors to gain exposure to crypto assets without owning them directly – through traditional brokerage accounts. For altcoins like XRP and DOGE, approval would mark a major step toward mainstream legitimacy.

📊 Markets Stay Calm
Despite the delay, both cryptocurrencies held their ground:

🔹 XRP rose 1.66% to $2.355

🔹 Dogecoin gained 0.75%, trading at $0.2264
This signals continued investor confidence – with many seeing the possible approval of these ETFs as a major trigger for the upcoming altcoin season.

🔍 SEC Moves Slowly – But Isn’t Closing the Door
It’s not just DOGE and XRP. The SEC also postponed decisions on Solana ETF proposals from Bitwise and 21Shares, suggesting that the agency is not singling out any coin but instead taking a cautious, across-the-board approach to altcoin ETFs.
According to James Seyffart of Bloomberg ETF Analytics, these kinds of delays are normal. In the case of altcoin ETFs, the SEC is being more conservative than it was with BTC or ETH.

👤 New SEC Leadership = New Hope?
However, the recent appointment of Paul Atkins as SEC Chairman has sparked renewed optimism. Known for his progressive approach to innovation, Atkins may be more receptive to altcoin ETFs — even if the process takes time.

✅ Summary: The Clock Is Ticking – But the Game’s Still On
ETF proposals for Dogecoin and XRP are still in play, but don’t expect any final verdict until June. The SEC continues to review its options, keeping the crypto community waiting.
Still, this “holding pattern” could be an opportunity — if approval eventually comes, it might be one of the biggest triggers for the next altcoin rally.

#SEC , #DOGE , #xrp , #SEC , #etf

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed serious charges against Unicoin Inc., a New York-based company, and three of its top executives. The agency claims the company deceived more than 5,000 investors by selling so-called “Rights Certificates” that were supposed to later convert into Unicoin crypto tokens.

🏦 False Claims About Billions in Real Estate
According to the complaint, Unicoin enticed investors with exaggerated claims—such as promises that future tokens would be backed by billions in real estate assets and pre-IPO equity.

In reality, the company held only a fraction of the assets it advertised, and much of the real estate it promoted was largely fictional.

📣 Aggressive Marketing – From Airports to Taxi Ads
Unicoin presented itself as a pioneer in digital investing.

Its promotional campaign included:
🔹 Airport billboards

🔹 Ads in thousands of New York taxis

🔹 TV commercials and social media campaigns
Investors were convinced they were buying a safe next-gen digital investment, with certificates redeemable 1:1 for Unicoin tokens.

🔍 What the SEC Says
According to SEC Deputy Director of Enforcement Mark Cave:
“Unicoin and its leadership exploited thousands of investors with fictional promises that its tokens would be backed by real assets, including a global portfolio of high-value real estate.”

💼 Inflated Numbers, No Real Registration
Investigators identified three major misrepresentations:
False asset backing – claims of billion-dollar reserves were fabricatedExaggerated sales – the company claimed over $3 billion in sales, but actually raised just $110 millionFake regulatory legitimacy – tokens and certificates were advertised as “SEC registered,” though no such registration existed

🧾 CEO Sold His Own Certificates
Unicoin’s CEO, Alex Konanykhin, allegedly sold nearly 38 million of his own certificates, often at a discount.

Also charged: former president Silvina Moschini and former CIO Alex Dominguez.
The SEC is requesting:
🔻 permanent bans on serving as executives in publicly traded firms

🔻 the return of unlawfully obtained profits

🔻 civil penalties for both individuals and the company

⚖️ Company Lawyer Settles and Pays Fine
The lawsuit also names Richard Devlin, Unicoin’s former general counsel, accusing him of repeating false claims in investor materials.
Without admitting or denying guilt, Devlin agreed to settle—he will pay a $37,500 civil penalty and is permanently barred from certain activities.

Summary:
👉 SEC accuses Unicoin and its leaders of $100M fraud

👉 Investors misled by promises of asset-backed tokens and SEC registration

👉 Executives face bans, restitution, and fines

👉 A harsh reminder of how digital hype can lead to very real legal consequences

#SEC , #CryptoFraud , #Cryptoscam , #CryptoSecurity , #CryptoNewss

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