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SEC drops major crypto enforcement cases

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The SEC in 2025 dropped major enforcement cases against Coinbase, Binance, and other cryptocurrency operators, easing regulatory pressure on a sector long associated with scams and fraud. The retreat signaled a softer federal posture toward crypto legal risk. It also reduced immediate litigation threat for major digital-asset firms.

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  1. 19.12.2025 17:14 2 articles · 5mo ago

    SEC drops major crypto enforcement cases

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    The **SEC** began pulling back from crypto enforcement in **2025**, creating immediate relief for major exchanges and token operators. That initial retreat mattered because it reduced the likelihood of new federal cases driving sector-wide compliance pressure.

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