

USA Opens Crypto: Will Floodgates Spark the Next Bull Run? | CryptoTownHall
Sep 3, 2025
Joined by Dave Weisberger, an expert in trading tech, Carlo Ruzzo, a digital asset lawyer, and Ryan Selkis, a crypto commentator, the discussion heats up around the recent SEC and CFTC transparency on spot crypto trading. They dissect how this shift opens doors for market structure changes and institutional engagement. The evolution of meme coins into brand tokens and the integration of AI with crypto capture attention. The complexities of legal regulation and the impacts of the FTX fallout also come into play, revealing the intricate balance between innovation and oversight.
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Agencies Open Spot Crypto To US Firms
- The SEC and CFTC joint statement opens the door for registered US entities to offer spot crypto trading and custody.
- This change materially expands Wall Street's ability to make money in crypto and increases US market access.
Wall Street Ready To Reenter Crypto
- Greater access lets banks and trading venues offer spot crypto services, reducing reliance on ETFs and trust products.
- Bitcoin, Ethereum and tokens with prior regulatory acceptance are most likely to benefit first.
Restore Predictable Listing Paths
- Expand US market access by enabling standard listing paths and onramps to major exchanges.
- Prioritize predictable listing processes to restore liquidity channels for builders and retail investors.