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CZ, Binance Argue SEC Crypto Complaint Lacks Standards
On November 4, lawyers for Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), filed a motion to dismiss the amended complaint filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
This move underscores Binance’s ongoing efforts to counter regulatory pressure amid recent legal challenges, which have highlighted the increasingly strict U.S. regulatory stance on cryptocurrency.
Binance, CZ Fight SEC’s Crypto Rules
In its filing, Binance’s legal team argued that the SEC’s amended complaint refuses to articulate any standard for determining when crypto asset transactions qualify as investment contracts under US securities law.
The lawyers allege that this vagueness leaves market participants unclear about which transactions fall within the scope of securities regulations and which do not. This, in their opinion, ultimately puts the entire crypto industry in regulatory limbo.
“The SEC’s amended complaint continues to insist that virtually all transactions involving crypto assets are securities transactions, simply because some buyers might hope the assets will increase in value,” the latest filing stated.
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According to the lawyers, this stance is inconsistent with previous judicial interpretations. The lawyers contend that the SEC’s approach ignores a court ruling indicating that crypto assets are not automatically considered securities. Specifically, in the SEC versus Ripple case, Judge Analisa Torres determined that XRP was only a security when sold to institutional customers.
Still, the SEC also appealed this decision recently, with the case expected to drag on until July 2025. Using this case as a reference, the legal team asserted that the SEC is failing to accept the “logical conclusion” of that ruling — that transactions in crypto assets, especially secondary market trades long after initial distribution, are not securities transactions.
Binance’s legal team also noted that the SEC dropping claims involving Ethereum (ETH) without explanation points to selective enforcement. They say this further highlights the need for a clear regulatory standard.
“The SEC recently abandoned its claim that transactions involving Ether are investment contracts,” the lawyers wrote.
As BeInCrypto reported, the SEC initially filed its lawsuit against Zhao and Binance entities in June 2023. The regulator accused them of violating US securities laws.
The complaint targeted CZ and Binance entities (BAM Management US Holdings, BAM Trading Services, and Binance Holdings). It was alleged that they had failed to register various activities with the SEC, which had resulted in “unlawful operations.”
An Industry-Wide Trend of Legal Pushback
Binance continues to assert its innocence, arguing that the SEC’s definitions are overly broad and unclear. In July, the SEC amended its complaint against Binance, notably dropping its request for a ruling on Binance’s “Third Party Crypto Asset Securities.” While this move appears to be a calculated effort to bolster the SEC’s case, the revisions have raised additional questions about regulatory standards in the crypto industry.
As the case progresses, the SEC’s approach is likely to affect the future of crypto regulations in the US, especially as it pursues similar claims against other companies. Among them is gaming firm Immutable, which recently received a Wells notice signaling potential enforcement action.
Of note, however, Binance is not alone in its stance against the SEC’s regulatory approach. Other major exchanges have also recently challenged the SEC’s attempts to classify crypto assets as securities.
Kraken, for example, has publicly opposed the agency’s labeling of specific tokens as securities. The exchange argued that the SEC is imposing “arbitrary” standards without clear guidance.
“The SEC has no authority to regulate Kraken’s digital asset trading platform […] because the Digital Assets are not securities or investment contracts,” Kraken said.
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The absence of a clear regulatory framework has sparked a wave of lawsuits and enforcement actions, turning the relationship between crypto exchanges and regulators into a legal battleground. Binance’s motion to dismiss the SEC’s complaint highlights a growing assertiveness in the industry, as companies call for clearer guidelines they argue are essential for operating in compliance with US laws.
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US Election Day Boosts Bitcoin to $70,000: Further Rally Ahead?
Bitcoin’s (BTC) price climbed to $70,000 today ahead of the US presidential election, indicating the connection between major political events and cryptocurrency movements. Historically, political uncertainty and significant elections have influenced crypto market sentiment and volatility.
As the election begins, on-chain analysis provides insights into potential future price movements. Analysts are also weighing in on the implications of the election outcome for Bitcoin, with opinions varying on whether the cryptocurrency could continue its upward trend or face downward pressure. Here are all the details.
Demand Spike for Bitcoin Echoes 2016 and 2020 Trends
According to Glassnode, the Bitcoin price increase comes amid a drop in the sell-side risk ratio. This metric shows whether investors are confident about a bullish performance or if conviction is low.
High values in this metric indicate periods when significant amounts of value are being realized, often correlating with increased market volatility. Such periods are commonly seen during the late stages of bull markets.
Conversely, low values suggest periods with minimal value realization and reduced market volatility. This can also signal macro market bottoms, accumulation phases, and environments with lower sell-side pressure and risk, potentially indicating the onset of future bullish trends.
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Therefore, the rise in Bitcoin’s price indicates that selling pressure is low, and the US elections could be bullish for the cryptocurrency.
Regarding this development, Juan Pellicer, Senior Researcher at IntoTheBlock, opined that a Donald Trump win would be good for BTC and the crypto market at large.
“The market appears primed for further upward movement, with the US election serving as a potential catalyst. Sentiment suggests that Trump’s more favorable stance on cryptocurrencies could provide the momentum needed for a decisive breakthrough to a new all-time high.” Pellicer told BeInCrypto
Meanwhile, CryptoQuant’s weekly report says that BTC is at a favorable price level ahead of the elections. It noted that the cryptocurrency is currently not overvalued. Hence, if demand increases, Bitcoin’s price might rally post-election.
For instance, BTC prices rallied by 22% between election day and December 2012. In 2016, it climbed by 37%, while the cryptocurrency saw a 98% increase in 2020.
Therefore, if past performance influences future trends, the BTC might reach a new all-time high before the end of the year.
Data from the on-chain data provider also showed that demand for Bitcoin has increased. This is similar to the trends of 2016 and 2020. Hence, if sustained, the Bitcoin price might climb well above $70,000 soon.
BTC Price Prediction: $73,000 Possible
On the 1-hour chart, Bitcoin has attempted to break out on four different occasions. However, each time that happened since October 31, the coin faced rejection. However, today, the trend has changed as bulls pushed the cryptocurrency above $68,336.
This breakout has ensured that Bitcoin’s price has risen to $70,288. Furthermore, the Bull Bear Power (BBP) shows that bulls are in control. If sustained, Bitcoin’s price might rally much higher in the coming days.
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If bullish momentum persists, Bitcoin could potentially climb to $73,623 ahead of the announcement of the US election results. However, should BTC face rejection at resistance levels, this forecast might be invalidated, with the cryptocurrency possibly declining to $67,405.
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Why Ethereum’s Weak Momentum May Block $2,600 Breakout
Ethereum (ETH) price is showing signs of weakening strength as polls open across most of the US.
Despite a 24% surge in trading volume over the past 24 hours and a modest 1% price uptick, technical indicators suggest a potential downturn. Here’s a closer look at the factors behind this analysis.
Ethereum to Remain “Under”
Readings from the altcoin’s Super Trend indicator reflect Ethereum’s weak price action. At press time, its red line rests above Ethereum’s price, confirming the potential downward trend.
This indicator helps traders identify the prevailing market trend and potential entry or exit points. It detects changes in price direction and determines support and resistance levels, often signaling when to buy or sell an asset. When the Super Trend line moves above the price and turns red, it signals a bearish trend, often considered a sell signal.
On the ETH/USD one-day chart, Ethereum’s Super Trend line is above the coin’s price at $2740, forming a resistance level that may be difficult to breach if new demand fails to enter the market. When the Super Trend line moves above the price, it acts as a resistance level. This is because the line indicates a potential “ceiling” where the price might face resistance if it attempts to rise.
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Moreover, the setup of ETH’s moving average convergence/divergence (MACD) indicator — which tracks its trend direction, shifts, and potential price reversal points — supports this bearish outlook. As of this writing, ETH’s MACD line (blue) rests below its signal line (orange) and zero line.
This bearish signal suggests that ETH’s short-term momentum is weakening. Traders often interpret this as a signal to exit long positions and take short ones.
ETH Price Prediction: August 5 Low Is Possible
If buying pressure weakens, Ethereum’s price could fall toward its August 5 low of $2,112, marking a 13% drop from its current value. Conversely, a surge in demand could propel the coin to test resistance at $2,508.
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A successful breakthrough at this level would set the next target at the Super Trend line resistance of $2,740. Clearing this mark with strong momentum could position Ethereum for a climb toward $2,869 — a level not seen since August.
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AAVE Whales Flood Exchanges,
AAVE, the governance token of the prominent lending protocol Aave, is experiencing downward pressure as large holders, or whales, initiated significant sell-offs early Tuesday.
This analysis explores potential price targets as AAVE’s value reacts to the intensified selling pressure from whales.
Aave Whales Sell Holdings
In a Tuesday post on X, on-chain sleuth Lookonchain noted that AAVE whales are actively selling off their holdings, with significant withdrawals noted in recent transactions.
One whale, identified as address 0x7634, withdrew 25,790 AAVE (around $3.39 million) from the Aave protocol and transferred it to the MEXC exchange. Just three hours earlier, another whale, address 0x790c, had removed 7,822 AAVE (approximately $1.04 million) from Aave and sent it to Binance. Additionally, crypto trading firm Cumberland deposited 10,000 AAVE to OKX.
The action of these AAVE whales has resulted in a sharp rise in its exchange flow balance. Santiment’s data shows that at press time, this balance is 53,000 AAVE, representing its single-day highest flow since September 10.
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The Exchange Flow Balance measures the net flow of a cryptocurrency into or out of exchanges, calculated by subtracting the total amount withdrawn from the total amount deposited. An uptick in this metric indicates that large quantities of the asset are being sent to exchanges. Such substantial inflows often signal potential price drops, as the added sell pressure can overwhelm the market’s capacity to absorb it.
AAVE’s negative price daily active address (DAA) divergence confirms this rise in selling pressure in the market. At press time, the metric’s value stands at -39.24%.
This metric compares an asset’s price movements with the changes in its number of daily active addresses. Investors use it to track whether the price movements are supported by corresponding network activity. A negative value suggests weakening demand and potential selling pressure.
AAVE Price Prediction: Where Risks and Opportunities Lie
AAVE is currently trading at $130.29, hovering slightly above its key support level at $128.45. The diminishing buying momentum signals a potential risk of a drop below this threshold. Should AAVE’s price break through this support, it could fall further to $116.10.
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Conversely, if market sentiment turns bullish, AAVE might see a reversal, with its price likely rallying toward the next resistance level of $140.79.
Disclaimer
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