Trump criticizes former SEC Chair Gensler for harming crypto industry

Trump vowed to cement a durable U.S. crypto framework, saying his administration will protect digital asset markets from future political reversals. He also pledged that his administration would “never let crypto down,” tying bitcoin, exchanges, and digital asset innovation to America’s financial future. Trump’s Crypto Push Widens Around Market Structure Law President Donald Trump intensified […]

The continued sanctions on Iran could escalate tensions, impacting global oil markets and increasing scrutiny on cryptocurrency platforms. The post Trump reaffirms no easing of sanctions on Iran, no fund releases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Trump's stance on the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global energy markets and testing US-Gulf relations. The post Trump rejects Iran and Oman control over Strait of Hormuz, deal remains elusive appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Senator Cynthia Lummis issued a fresh warning on Wednesday about the timing and urgency of the long-awaited CLARITY Act, a bill intended to lay out a clearer regulatory framework for the crypto industry.  In her comments, the pro-crypto lawmaker focused on what she described as the real-world risk to software developers if the legislation does […]

The gesture underscores Taiwan's strategic role in US semiconductor ambitions, highlighting geopolitical tensions and tech dependency dynamics. The post Taiwan president gifts Trump TSMC founder autobiography to foster semiconductor cooperation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Political efforts tied to the crypto industry scored another set of wins in Texas, strengthening the case that the sector’s influence in US politics remains strong under a more pro-digital asset administration.  According to reporting from Eleanor Terret of Crypto In America, the crypto industry went 6-for-6 backing winning candidates in the Texas primary runoffs held Tuesday night. Anti-Crypto Hits At The Ballot Box One of the biggest results came from the Democratic primary runoff in Texas’s 18th Congressional District. In that race, Terret reported that Rep. Christian Menefee defeated 20-year incumbent Rep. Al Green.  Fairshake, the industry’s leading super political action committee (PAC), took credit for the win after spending roughly $6.5 million on the race, largely through advertisements supporting Menefee.  Related Reading: Will XRP Price Ever Reach $200? Top Expert Discloses What Must Happen First A Fairshake spokesman, Geoff Vetter, argued that Green’s loss showed how anti-c

Ripple has submitted a follow-up response to the SEC Crypto Task Force seeking clearer treatment for payment stablecoins, crypto asset non-securities and tokenized securities under broker-dealer rules. The letter, dated May 22, 2026 and shared by BankXRP on X, points to a broader push for regulatory clarity around collateral treatment, custody requirements and whether on-chain […]

Trump's threat to Oman over the Strait of Hormuz heightens regional instability, potentially disrupting global oil supply and diplomatic efforts. The post Trump threatens military action against Oman over Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.