CoinDesk has launched dedicated 2026 election coverage that tracks key developments, expert analysis and the implications for crypto markets.

Eleanor Terrett reports that the CFTC is advancing AI trading initiatives while the SEC faces pressure from Ripple and Coinbase to address gaps in the Clarity Act on token trading and investment contracts.

Kalshi reports the OCC has finalized the first rules under Trump's Genius Act for stablecoins and crypto rewards ahead of January 2027.

The USOCC has finalized its GENIUS Act rules, dropping proposed restrictions on stablecoin rewards and leaving a major fight between banks and crypto firms unresolved.

Eleanor Terrett reports the SEC will continue accepting public comments on its Reg Crypto proposal after the deadline, with the framework creating new fundraising exemptions for crypto issuers in the U.S.

Eleanor Terrett reports New York and Wyoming are joining forces on crypto regulation while the USOCC signals final GENIUS Act rules will arrive by month-end.

@Kalshi reported that a federal judge rejected Gemini and the CFTC's joint effort to undo their $5 million settlement agreement.

Russia central bank registers Sberbank as first crypto custodian and exchange operator, advancing Russia crypto regulation.

Hong Kong plans to submit a draft bill this year establishing licensing for virtual asset trading, custody, advisory and management services.

Clarity Act: Rostin Behnam and Thomas Farley examine regulators, prediction markets and tokenized stocks in post-2026 crypto landscape.

Federal Reserve unveils stablecoin rules on reserves and capital, tightening requirements for issuers amid 2026 crypto shifts including BTC.

New York sues Polymarket labeling it illegal gambling operation in push to ban the platform amid crypto prediction market regulation scrutiny.

SEC Commissioner Peirce urges ending KYC panopticon in final weeks, pushing zero-knowledge proofs amid crypto regulation updates.

CFTC Chair releases crypto bulls as Mike Selig outlines rapid market shifts on CNBC, boosting Bitcoin and crypto regulation outlook.

NatCryptoAssoc says Senate offices rejected meetings with real crypto users before Clarity vote, leaving open invitation for ranchers, plumbers and photographers.

Clarity Act fails Senate cloture vote September 15 2026, hitting crypto industry with regulatory setback amid ongoing cryptocurrency regulation bill history and provisions.

Coinbase Chief Policy Officer outlines CLARITY Act Senate vote series over 10 days after initial 24h, with first vote passage signaling glide path for crypto regulatory clarity.

Clarity Act text revised with Trump ethics proposal as Senate Republicans issue final offer to Democrats ahead of Tuesday cloture vote.

Bernstein states crypto market has definitely not priced in Clarity Act surprise, with implications for digital asset regulation.

CLARITY Act ethics provisions backed by President Trump force federal officials to divest digital assets or use blind trusts, with $500,000 penalties and exchange bans under new crypto regulations.