The US encourages policy shift, Eyes CZ trading

Trump reportedly is paying attention to stocks in Binance.us

There are rumours that the Trump family is in discussions to acquire stock in Binance.us, the American arm of the global digital currency exchange. But beneath the surface, this potential transaction appears to be more than just a business transaction. It could have a large political and personal motivation behind it.

According to reports, Changpeng Zhao, the majority owner and former CEO of Binance, is seeking a presidential pardon. This raises questions as to whether the Trump family proposed by Binance.us shares are part of a wider negotiation to secure that pardon.

From Trump’s perspective, such a deal coincides with his administration’s push to position the United States as a global hub for cryptocurrency. Over the years, he signed executive orders to move the industry forward, publicly expressing his support for crypto-related businesses, and launched his own crypto products, including Memecoin. Acquiring ownership of a major exchange like Binance.us could be seen as another step in his efforts to strengthen the industry’s presence in the US

However, such a move raises ethical concerns. If Trump holds stocks in Binance.us, it could lead to insider trading claims while simultaneously forming policies that affect cryptocurrency exchanges. Unfortunately, this year it has become common in the crypto industry.

In the case of CZ, securing pardons is transformative. His 2023 guilty plea for violating the US anti-money laundering (AML) law imposes significant restrictions on his ability to do business. Being a convicted felon limits your ability to acquire investments, secure operational licenses and expand to certain jurisdictions. The US contract is how a deal with the Trump family overcomes these barriers and rebuilds the Binance Empire.

However, after the story broke, CZ took him to social media and denied any arguments about his contract with Trump and his family. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), CZ argued that the original report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) was incorrect, saying, “We are not discussing a contract with… anyone… with us.”

While this may be a true negation, it is always possible that this response is part of a broader communication strategy to remove trade from the public radar. It could also be that there was a debate, but it may not have made progress as CZ wanted, leading to publicly shutting down rumors. On the contrary, CZ is just telling the truth, and the nature of the conversation between Trump’s family and vinance may have been quite different from what was originally reported.

This means that if Binance is invested or if CZ allows, or if former Binance CEOs want to trade those under the radar, they’re very likely to hear about it, so time truly knows.

US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Inspires Global Crypto Policy Shift

Last week, the United States signed an executive order to establish the National BTC Strategic Reserve. Despite this news, the market continues to dump, but the move takes a step towards accepting the mainstream cryptocurrency.

The impact of this decision is already felt worldwide. Shortly after the US announcement, China and Russia adjusted their digital assets stance. The Chinese government has made it clear that ownership of cryptocurrency is legal, but the Russian central bank has announced that it will allow investors to purchase digital assets under certain conditions.

This response highlights the role of geopolitical game theory in the evolution of digital finance. No country does not want to fall behind in sectors that may prove essential in shaping the future of the global financial system. When the US takes a bold step to stockpiling Bitcoin, other countries, especially their rivals, feel pressured to follow suit to stay competitive.

Domestically, the US government has taken steps to make the country a more attractive environment for the cryptocurrency business. Under the Biden administration, regulatory uncertainty and aggressive enforcement measures have caused many businesses to fall into a retention pattern, and even worse, they have been forced to shut down their businesses. But now, with a more crypto-friendly approach shaping, we see deregulation, a clearer policy framework, and an industry where we can freely innovate and experiment.

3 Crypto will move from the US government this week

This week, the US government made three moves that could have a major impact on US-based cryptocurrency companies.

1. House vote to overturn the IRS’ Defi Broker rule

With votes of 292-132, the House passed a resolution overturning the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)’s controversial distributed financial (DEFI) brokerage rules. This rule, first implemented under the Biden administration on December 30, 2024, requires that the definition of “broker” be extended to collect and report user transaction data.

Crypto industry leaders have argued that not only is it difficult to implement rules, considering the anonymous nature of wallet addresses, but also overreach that can thwart innovation. As the House voted to abolish it, they will move to the Senate for another vote before landing at the president’s desk for a final sign-off.

2. Trump’s presidential order to ease restrictions on crypto banks

Trump is said to be preparing to sign an executive order aimed at rolling back restrictions that make it difficult for cryptocurrency companies to access traditional banking services. If enacted, this is another custody move from the Trump administration, reinforcing the idea that the US is committed to becoming a global leader in digital asset innovation.

For many years, crypto companies have struggled to secure reliable bank partnerships due to regulatory concerns, particularly concerns related to customer knowledge (KYC), AML, and risk management. Loosing these restrictions will create new opportunities and allow crypto companies to enjoy the benefits of having stable banking partners in the traditional financial world, allowing services to be integrated and delivered into a wider economy.

3. Waives of proposed crypto trading system registration rules

In another regulatory shift, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appears to be moving away from proposals requiring crypto companies to register as trading systems. At the International Bank meeting, SEC Committee member Mark Ueda said he had asked SEC staff to have the option to abandon the portion of the proposal that was originally proposed in 2022.

This further illustrates a shift away from an offensive regulatory stance under former SEC chair Gary Gensler, who called for broader surveillance in the crypto sector. If the SEC officially abandons the rules, it removes yet another regulatory hurdle that has thwarted the encryption business.

All three of these developments refer to the same trend, whether they are fixed or still in motion. The US government is actively creating countries in a more attractive place for cryptocurrency companies to do their business.

With policies designed to promote innovation rather than curbing innovation, fewer regulatory deficits, fewer legal threats, the United States is trying to position itself as the dominant force in the global crypto economy.

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