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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 · 6mo 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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