Legislation
Significant leadership changes at the CFTC alongside regulatory updates from the SEC signal evolving crypto regulations in the US. Learn how these developments, along with legislative progress like the GENIUS Act, impact digital asset oversight.
On September 15, 2025, crypto executives joined lawmakers in Washington D.C. to advance a bill focused on establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve, marking a significant step towards institutionalizing Bitcoin in U.S. economic strategy. Platforms like Bitlet.app now make accessing Bitcoin easier with their Crypto Installment service, allowing users to buy Bitcoin and pay monthly.
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins is championing a new 'innovation exemption' aimed at creating a stable regulatory framework for crypto firms in the U.S. by the end of 2025. Collaborating with the CFTC and Congress, the SEC hopes to clarify roles and facilitate growth in digital assets markets.
eToro announces plans to offer crypto staking services soon. Head of eToro U.S., Andrew McCormick, highlights the company's commitment during meetings on Capitol Hill involving key crypto leaders. This move aligns with growing industry discussions on crypto regulation and adoption.
Michigan's Bitcoin Reserve Bill progresses in the House, proposing up to 10% of state reserves be invested in Bitcoin. This move aligns Michigan with other states embracing crypto, reflecting growing institutional interest as Bitcoin hits record highs in 2025.
Michigan lawmakers introduced House Bill 4087 aiming to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve, marking a pioneering move towards embracing cryptocurrency in state financial planning.
Senators Tim Scott and Cynthia Lummis lead efforts to regulate digital assets and stablecoins with a new legislative deadline set for September 30, 2025. The initiative focuses on shaping the future of the crypto market structure, backed by bipartisan support and the White House.
Senator Cynthia Lummis is leading bipartisan efforts to pass digital asset market structure legislation by the end of 2025, with committees preparing to advance the bill soon. Additional blockchain developments like the launch of Frontier Stable Token in Wyoming and regulatory initiatives such as Project Crypto indicate growing momentum in U.S. crypto regulation.
On September 5, 2025, Chainlink CEO Sergey Nazarov met with SEC Chairman Paul Atkins to discuss the future of asset tokenization in finance. They highlighted regulatory adaptation and collaborative efforts to boost efficiency and safety in blockchain tokenization. This marks a positive outlook for crypto regulations and market growth.
The GENIUS Act is the first comprehensive US stablecoin legislation, setting strict requirements for issuers and aligning the US with global regulatory efforts. This move comes amid rapid growth in stablecoin usage and emphasizes consumer protection and compliance.