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US Crypto Regulation Intensifies: Trump, SEC & White House Actions

March 5, 2026, 06:00 AM174 words10 sources
US Crypto Regulation Intensifies: Trump, SEC & White House Actions

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Regulatory and political developments surrounding cryptocurrency are rapidly unfolding in the US. The SEC has submitted a comprehensive plan to the White House for regulating crypto securities and prediction markets, including a potential token taxonomy to clarify jurisdictional boundaries between the SEC and CFTC. Simultaneously, former President Trump has publicly pressured banks to cease obstructing the passage of the CLARITY Act and accused them of undermining his 'Crypto Agenda,' warning of consequences. This follows the signing of the GENIUS Act, and centers on the contentious issue of stablecoin yield offerings, with banks fearing deposit flight to higher-yielding crypto platforms. Institutional investment is increasing, with BlackRock accumulating over $650 million in Bitcoin and Ethereum through its ETFs in the first week of March. However, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin cautioned against the network's over-reliance on DeFi and speculative trends, urging a focus on real-world impact. The Senate is also considering a pro-Bitcoin Fed pick, Kevin Warsh, nominated by Trump. While Europe has implemented comprehensive regulations (MiCA), the US's more accessible approach is attracting capital and startups.

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