Federal Regulation
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SEC Approves Spot Bitcoin ETFs in Crypto's Breakthrough
By Vildana Hajric & Katie GreifeldAs a result, funds from BlackRock, Fidelity, Invesco and other firms can start trading Thursday.
January 10, 2024
SEC's X Account Hacked to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETF ApprovedThe SEC's deadline for taking action on at least one spot bitcoin application is Wednesday.
January 09, 2024
Lawmakers Tell DOL to Halt New Fiduciary RuleThe proposal would inflict "harm on millions of retirement savers," lawmakers said.
January 09, 2024
Cybersecurity Rule Could Prompt Firms to 'Cry Wolf': SEC RoundupFacebook's former chief security officer explains why the rule may result in premature or inadvertently inaccurate disclosures.
January 09, 2024
Biden Renews Push to Make Julie Su Labor SecretaryShe has helped shape fiduciary standards and independent contractor efforts.
January 09, 2024
DOL Releases Final Independent Contractor RuleThe Financial Services Institute has long worried that the rule could threaten advisors' independent contractor status.
January 08, 2024
Buyers Can Get Up-Front Electric Vehicle Rebates in 2024The new approach does away with having to wait until the following year to claim a tax benefit.
January 08, 2024
Grayscale Tops Rivals With Highest Fee on Spot Bitcoin ETF"This fee war is the best possible situation for end investors," said a Bloomberg Intelligence ETF analyst.