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Senate Bill Aims to Keep Prediction Markets Out of Sports
Regulation // March 23, 2026

Two U.S. senators want to curb prediction markets’ involvement in the sporting world. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Bitcoin Stays Below $75K Despite New Guidance From Regulators
Cryptocurrency // March 18, 2026

New regulatory guidance on cryptocurrency has not been enough to lift bitcoin above $75,000. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

SEC and CFTC End Era of Crypto Uncertainty
Cryptocurrency // March 17, 2026

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) provided greater clarity about their respective rules around crypto assets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

CFTC Aims to Clear Path for Prediction Market Boom
Regulation // March 12, 2026

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) said Thursday (March 12) that it is seeking public comment on whether it should amend or issue new regulations governing event contracts traded on prediction markets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Senate Sets Dueling Markups for High-Stakes Crypto Market Regulation

January 09, 2026
This January is crunch time for the Senate on cryptocurrency market regulation efforts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Congress Puts SEC and CFTC on Collision Course Over Crypto

November 11, 2025
The cryptocurrency market is a paradox of modern finance. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Derailed House Hearing Leaves Crypto Market Structure Hanging in Balance

May 06, 2025
Donald Trump promised to transform the U.S. into the “crypto capital of the planet,” and he will need cryptocurrency legislation for his administration to do it. Get the Full Story Complete...

The Three Most Important US Crypto Policies to Watch This Year

January 07, 2025
The 119th U.S. Congressional session has begun, and the digital asset sector is hoping there will soon be favorable and clear regulatory guardrails for cryptocurrency markets and stablecoins. Get the...

Quick Reads
CFTC Launches Task Force to Facilitate Innovation in Derivatives Markets

March 24, 2026
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has launched a task force dedicated to advancing “clear rules of the road” for those who want to build novel products and technologies within U.S. derivatives markets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no […]

Senate Bill Aims to Keep Prediction Markets Out of Sports

March 23, 2026
Two U.S. senators want to curb prediction markets’ involvement in the sporting world. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Bitcoin Stays Below $75K Despite New Guidance From Regulators

March 18, 2026
New regulatory guidance on cryptocurrency has not been enough to lift bitcoin above $75,000. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

SEC and CFTC End Era of Crypto Uncertainty

March 17, 2026
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) provided greater clarity about their respective rules around crypto assets. Get the Full Story Complete the form...