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Crypto-1, SEC-0! Ethereum 2.0 Investigation Dropped After Consensys Lawsuit

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Elena R

Blockchain technology firm ConsenSys recently celebrated a significant victory in its lawsuit against the SEC. In a surprising move, the SEC ended its inquiry into Ethereum 2.0, a step for which ConsenSys had sought an injunction in April. This decision has been welcomed across the industry, with ConsenSys founder Joseph Lubin expressing his satisfaction with the SEC’s resolution.

Read on to know what this means for Ethereum.

Is This Now Consensys vs SEC?

Despite the SEC closing its investigation into Ethereum, ConsenSys, led by Lubin, plans to continue its legal battle against the regulatory body. Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett highlighted Lubin’s view: while ending the investigation was necessary, it wasn’t enough. ConsenSys aims for more legal clarity to support the cryptocurrency sector’s growth and compliance.

Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, criticized the SEC’s ruling on ConsenSys, pointing out its lack of clarity and how it contradicts the SEC’s previous claims that digital assets and their ecosystems should be classified as securities.

A Major Win for Crypto

ConsenSys called the SEC’s decision a “major win” for the industry, indicating that the agency would no longer consider Ether sales as securities transactions. The lawsuit began when the SEC categorized Ethereum as a financial security, prompting ConsenSys to take legal action in April.

Timeline of the SEC’s Investigation

The SEC started investigating Ethereum 2.0 on March 28, 2023, examining those involved in buying and selling Ether. In April, the SEC issued ConsenSys a Wells notice, signaling potential enforcement action. Though ConsenSys hasn’t officially responded to the latest developments, recent regulatory changes have drawn significant attention.

The SEC’s unexpected approval of applications for spot Ether ETFs from major financial entities like Nasdaq, CBOE, and NYSE suggests a shift in the agency’s approach to cryptocurrency.

Market Response

After the announcement, Ethereum’s value surged by 5%, reaching $3,536. The SEC has faced criticism for its “regulation by enforcement” strategy towards industry regulations. Recently, the regulatory body has shown renewed interest in spot Ethereum ETFs, indicating possible changes in its stance on cryptocurrency regulation.

Why You Should Care

Legal clarity and regulatory certainty are crucial for blockchain companies to thrive and innovate. Clear regulations can boost crypto adoption and bring more financial stability to the industry. However, uncertain regulatory decisions might lead to compliance issues and slow down the development of blockchain projects. Regulatory actions could create barriers for new projects and limit market growth.

With the SEC’s decision now public, it will be interesting to see its impact on the future regulatory status of Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies.

Also Read: Temporary Relief for Ethereum and Solana on the Horizon; Details Inside

The fight for clear crypto regulations continues, but this is a step in the right direction! What do you think?

Elena R

Elena is an expert in technical analysis and risk management in cryptocurrency market. She has 10+year experience in writing - accordingly she is avid journalists with a passion towards researching new insights coming into crypto erena.

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