
SEC vs CFTC: Who Actually Regulates Bitcoin, XRP and Crypto Exchanges?
Bitcoin and XRP are digital commodities, but that does not mean the CFTC regulates every trade. Here is how SEC and CFTC crypto oversight works.
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Bitcoin and XRP are digital commodities, but that does not mean the CFTC regulates every trade. Here is how SEC and CFTC crypto oversight works.

Metaplanet launches a $1 million Hong Kong subsidiary to manage Bitcoin investments during Asian trading hours, expanding its global strategy.

The validator upgrades on BNB Smart Chain could enhance scalability but may also risk centralization if smaller validators can't keep pace. BNB Smart Chain prepares for validator upgrades by September 15.

XRP Ledger processed 3,254 transactions in one ledger, led by tiny XRP payments that may have formed a throughput test.

A stronger yen could accelerate the unwinding of carry trades, putting stocks and crypto under pressure at the same time.

Ethereum's recent rally is cooling as traders watch whether the tightening setup can support another breakout.

Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin touched a record $2.442 billion in supply this week, yet most of the dollars added since July landed on Ethereum, not the XRP Ledger. The Number on the Board Data aggregators flagged a fresh all-time high of $2.442 billion for RLUSD this week. Defillama's stablecoin tracker showed $2.

According to Tom Lee, bitcoin quietly disrupts crypto portfolios: 2% initially, versus more than 80% today. Analysis.
Bitcoin rose above $77,000 as calls to slow AI development hit technology shares, while rising oil prices added to market pressure.

Bitcoin's resilience amid AI stock volatility highlights its potential as a hedge, possibly attracting renewed interest from cautious investors. Bitcoin holds steady as tech stocks decline on AI safety concerns.

Bitcoin, XRP and Ethereum are recovering after Senate Republicans unveiled what they described as their final offer on the Clarity Act.

Ethereum's rally pushes Ether's growth to nearly 60.6% since July 1st. Only the third quarter of 2025 performed better, yet the ranking remains provisional until September 30th.

Capital B's equity-funded Bitcoin strategy minimizes debt risk but poses shareholder dilution, betting on BTC appreciation to justify the trade-off. Capital B buys additional 4 Bitcoin, increasing total to 3,525 BTC.

Brent's push back toward $108 has turned an energy shock into a broader market problem, with rate fears weighing on Bitcoin and technology stocks.

The CLARITY Act faces a crucial Senate vote on September 15. Here is what the passage could mean for Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP prices.