Crypto Regulation Shifts and University Donations: A New Era

Explore the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation under the SEC with a 30% drop in enforcement actions, and the strategic shift towards market manipulation and registration failures. Delve into the debate on whether universities should accept cryptocurrency donations, highlighting the financial, ethical, and regulatory challenges. Plus, learn about South Korea's growing openness to cryptocurrency and Circle's acquisition of USYC stablecoin issuer Hashnote, marking significant developments in the crypto world. This episode provides insights into the future of digital finance and its impact on various sectors.

Sources:
https://www.cornerstone.com/insights/press-releases/sec-enforcement-of-cryptocurrency-dropped-30-in-the-last-year-of-the-gensler-administration/
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/should-universities-cash-cryptocurrency-donations
https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10404855
https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/circle-acquires-usyc-stablecoin-issuer-hashnote/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) SEC Enforcement of Cryptocurrency Dropped 30% in the Last Year of the Gensler Administration
(00:04:19) Should universities cash in on cryptocurrency donations?
(00:06:15) FSC chief signals Korea's growing openness to cryptocurrency
(00:10:04) Circle Acquires USYC Stablecoin Issuer Hashnote