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Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) has decided not to run for reelection in 2026, ending her Senate term in 2027.
As a prominent crypto supporter, her departure represents a loss for the digital assets industry amid ongoing legislative efforts.
Rep. Harriet Hageman is reportedly considering a bid for the open seat.
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis, a key figure in promoting cryptocurrency-friendly policies, announced on December 19,...
US Senate Confirms Crypto-Friendly Nominees to Lead CFTC and FDIC
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The US Senate voted 53-43 to confirm Mike Selig as chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Travis Hill as chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC).
Both nominees, selected by President Donald Trump, are viewed as supportive of cryptocurrency, with Selig pledging to prioritize digital assets and Hill addressing debanking concerns.
The appointments could enhance regulatory clarity for crypto, including...
Federal Reserve Withdraws Restrictive 2023 Crypto Policy, Enabling State Banks to Innovate
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The Federal Reserve Board has withdrawn its 2023 policy statement that imposed strict limits on state member banks engaging in novel activities, including crypto-asset services.
A new policy statement introduces case-by-case approvals for uninsured state banks, facilitating responsible innovation in the sector.
This regulatory shift aligns with broader changes under the Trump administration, potentially easing access for...
Crypto regulation, Cryptocurrencies, Front page, News, Regulation
Visa Launches USDC Stablecoin Settlement for U.S. Banks on Solana
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Visa announced the launch of USDC settlement capabilities for U.S. issuer and acquirerpartners on December 16, 2025.
Initial participants include Cross River Bank and Lead Bank, with settlements occurring over the Solana blockchain.
The expansion follows a pilot program that achieved over $3.5 billion in annualized stablecoin settlement volume as of November 30, 2025.
Visa plans a broader rollout throughout 2026 and will support...
PayPal Applies for Utah Industrial Bank Charter Amid Crypto Expansion Push
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PayPal seeks bank status: The company has applied to create PayPal Bank in Utah to bolster small business lending and offer interest-bearing savings.
Crypto angle: As issuer of PYUSD, the move could integrate stablecoin settlements into regulated banking.
Regulatory context: Follows recent approvals for crypto firms like Circle and Paxos.
PayPal Holdings has submitted applications to establish an industrial bank in Utah,...
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