France considers ban on crypto betting platform Polymarket
France’s gambling regulator confirmed that it’s currently examining Polymarket and its compliance with French gambling legislation.
France’s gambling regulator confirmed that it’s currently examining Polymarket and its compliance with French gambling legislation.
The 2024 US election signals a positive shift for crypto and economic freedom, with Coinbase’s CEO expressing optimism for regulatory change and industry growth.
The SEC’s “Crypto Mom” Hester Peirce is unlikely to replace Gary Gensler as the new chair, crypto lawyer Jake Chervinsky said.
Caroline Ellison has been free on bail since her guilty plea in 2022, testifying at Sam Bankman-Fried’s criminal trial and subject to intense scrutiny by the media.
Contributions from Coinbase and statements from executives suggested that crypto companies were likely to keep pouring money into future US elections.
Though Republicans won the US presidency and a majority in the Senate, it’s still unclear if Democrats will win enough seats to flip the House of Representatives.
A blockchain businessman has won the seat from one of crypto’s staunchest opponents and the chair of the Senate Banking Committee.
The crypto industry is watching Senate races in Ohio, Montana, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts — all seen as key to getting pro-crypto lawmakers into office.
Warren has amassed almost 75% of the votes for the Massachusetts seat, setting her up for a third term in the United States Senate.
Bitcoin miners could be squeezed out by deep-pocketed tech giants that can outbid them for prime power sources.