This week, we covered major developments in the crypto space, from the SEC dropping its lawsuit against Coinbase to El Salvador’s evolving Bitcoin strategy, explaining a market correction that tested investor sentiment, and the growing race among U.S. states to establish Bitcoin reserves. But that’s not all—regulatory shifts and institutional adoption continue to shape the next market phase. One thing remains certain: crypto is firmly at the centre of financial innovation.
Trump’s Crypto Strategic Reserve Announced Today
U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled plans for a Crypto Strategic Reserve, naming five digital assets that will be included: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA). His announcement sent the market into a frenzy, with these assets gaining between 8% and 62% in value on Sunday.
Trump, who has actively courted crypto industry support, stated that his administration aims to make the U.S. the “Crypto capital of the world.” His executive order, issued in January, directed the Presidential Working Group to assemble this reserve. While details remain unclear, analysts speculate it could be implemented through the U.S. Treasury’s Exchange Stabilization Fund or involve assets seized in law enforcement actions.
With Trump hosting the first-ever White House Crypto Summit on Friday, expectations for pro-crypto policy reforms are running high. However, the market still seeks further clarity on interest rate policies and regulatory frameworks before making its next major move.
SEC Declares Memecoins Are Not Securities
In a landmark staff statement, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) clarified that memecoins do not qualify as securities under federal law. The statement emphasised that memecoins, typically inspired by internet trends, lack the investment contract structure required by the Howey test and are primarily used for entertainment and social engagement.
While this ruling relieves memecoin promoters and traders of registration requirements, the SEC warned against fraud, making it clear that deceptive schemes could still face legal action. The agency likened memecoins to collectables, citing their speculative nature and price volatility.
This statement follows past controversies surrounding memecoins, including the $TRUMP memecoin frenzy, which we previously covered—and do not endorse. Despite uncertainties about future enforcement, this move is seen as a step toward regulatory clarity in the ever-evolving crypto market.
Dubai Tightens Crypto Transparency With Whale Disclosures
Dubai is raising the bar on crypto transparency by proposing new regulations requiring major token holders (crypto whales) to disclose their identities. The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) aims to curb market manipulation by mandating detailed reporting of ownership structures from virtual asset service providers (VASPs).
While tracking anonymous transactions remains challenging, blockchain’s transparency enables regulators to monitor large asset movements and deter fraud. In addition to whale disclosures, VARA introduces new financial reserve requirements, ensuring crypto businesses provide clearer data on their reserves and undergo independent audits.
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Rodcas Consulting Group