Regulation
Is Coinbase Vs SEC Lawsuit Ending? US SEC Seeks 30-Day Extension

Coinbase Vs SEC Lawsuit: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested a 30-day extension in its legal case against Coinbase. The request was made in a court filing on Friday, where the SEC mentioned that its newly formed crypto task force could help resolve the case.
This move has raised speculation about a possible settlement between the regulator and the cryptocurrency exchange.
US SEC Seeks 30-Day Delay in Coinbase Lawsuit
The US SEC’s request for an extension in the Coinbase Vs SEC Lawsuit was filed in a federal appeals court, where Coinbase had earlier appealed a district court ruling.
Judge Katherine Polk Failla previously ruled that the SEC had a valid case against Coinbase for allegedly offering unregistered securities. Coinbase then sought the appeals court’s opinion on how securities laws apply to digital assets.
The SEC stated that the crypto task force, led by Acting Chair Mark Uyeda and Commissioner Hester Peirce, could influence the case’s outcome.
“The crypto task force’s work may affect and could facilitate the potential resolution of both the underlying district court proceeding and potential appellate review, conserving judicial resources,” the SEC said in its filing.
The commission asked for additional time to prepare its response to Coinbase’s appeal.
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Nasdaq Files 19b-4 For 21Shares Polkadot ETF With US SEC

Nasdaq has filed Form 19b-4 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), seeking approval to list 21Shares’ spot Polkadot ETF. This move would allow investors to gain exposure to Polkadot’s native cryptocurrency, DOT, without directly holding the asset.
Nasdaq Files 19b-4 For 21Shares Polkadot ETF
According to a recent filing, Nasdaq has filed Form 19b-4 for a spot Polkadot ETF on behalf of 21Shares. The proposed ETF will track the spot price of Polkadot’s DOT token, the 27th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.
The filing follows 21Shares’ earlier submission of an S-1 amendment, in which the company detailed its plan to provide a regulated investment vehicle for digital asset exposure.
As the sponsor of the fund, 21Shares aims to provide a secure and accessible means for investors to participate in the growth of Polkadot without the need for direct ownership of DOT. In addition to the Polkadot ETF, the company is seeking approval for other ETFs related to digital assets such as Solana and XRP.
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Pakistan unveils new ‘crypto council’ amid push for regulation


- Pakistan wants to streamline crypto regulation and oversight.
- The Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) will help align the country’s crypto ecosystem with global trends.
Pakistan has established the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to oversee the adoption and regulation of blockchain technology and digital assets.
According to details, the PCC will help advance crypto adoption within the country’s financial ecosystem.
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Pakistan’s Finance Minister will chair the PCC, with the team including the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), and the Federal Law and IT Secretaries.
At a February meeting on digital assets, Aurangzeb emphasized the significance of Pakistan developing a well-regulated digital asset framework. According to the government, this is what will align the country with international best practices. This will also add to compliance with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) guidelines.
This and the announcement on March 15 signals a dramatic reversal from the nation’s prior stance, which barred cryptocurrency due to concerns over money laundering and terror financing.
Amid this latest move, Pakistan looks focused on becoming one of the crypto innovation and adoption hubs.
Pakistan’s shift comes as the country ranks among the top nations for crypto adoption, boasting approximately 20 million active users and over $20 billion in transactions annually.
The nation’s $35 billion remittance market stands to gain significantly from this pivot.
It’s one of PCC’s agenda that the country moves towards crafting clear regulatory guidelines, collaborating with global blockchain entities, and prioritizing consumer protection and financial security through a strong legal framework.
Pakistan eyes clear crypto framework
Pakistan is taking the big move follows Saqib’s appointment, which the Ministry of Finance hailed as “a significant step forward.”
Together, these initiatives will help harness digital currencies’ potential while mitigating risks. The PCC mandate seeks to balance innovation with accountability, aligning Pakistan with international trends in digital finance and reinforcing its economic ambitions on the world stage.
Across the globe, the United States recently created a strategic bitcoin reserve, held an inaugural White House crypto summit and has new pro-crypto leadership at key government agencies.
Meanwhile, the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) is in full effect and Russia is reportedly tapping into crypto for oil trade.
Regulation
Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Criticizes The FDIC’s Response To FOIA Request

The Federal Deposit Insurance Commission (FDIC) has filed a response to Coinbase’s request for information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Coinbase says the response is far from sufficient as it pledges to heighten its quest for additional information.
Coinbase Takes Swipes At FDIC’s Response To FOIA Request
Following a FOIA request filed by US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, the FDIC has released a raft of documents. However, Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal disclosed that the documents released by the FDIC contain too little information.
Grewal took to X (formerly Twitter) to criticize the FDIC for dragging its feet to release necessary information. According to the FOIA filing, Coinbase is seeking information into the FDIC’s role in Operation Choke Point 2.0 and the “debanking of crypto companies.”
Grewal notes that the FDIC is withholding information, particularly regarding its conduct of due diligence to ensure that Operation Chokepoint 2.0 documents remain preserved. Coinbase has filed a similar
The executive disclosed that the latest batch of documents contained several redactions that revealed “much too little, much too late.”
“They removed a few redactions, produced a few more documents, and promised another “renewed search” for other documents,” said Grewal.
The US SEC Has To File Its Own Response To FOIA Requests
Coinbase has extended its crusade against regulators by filing a FOIA request against the SEC. According to the filing, Coinbase is seeking clarification over the cost of the SEC’s enforcement actions against cryptocurrency companies.
“The previous SEC spent four years attacking a lawful industry, and American taxpayers were left holding the bill,” read a statement. “How much did you end up paying? We intend to find out.”
Pundits say the SEC’s enforcement actions against heavy hitters in the industry could cost millions of dollars. Furthermore, a reliance on third-party contractors by the SEC in the cases are expected to drive up the bill.
Coinbase’s request comes on the heels of high-profile case dismissals against cryptocurrency service providers. The SEC’s dismissal of Kraken’s case and the lawsuit against Coinbase are considered a monumental waste of public resources by the securities watchdog.
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