SEC Requests a Legal Pause in the Binance Lawsuit

The SEC and Binance—backed by co-founder Changpeng Zhao—are hitting the pause button on their legal showdown. They’ve filed a joint request with the District Court of Columbia for a 60-day break, citing the need for further evaluation and possible settlement talks.

A key factor? A new task force dedicated to shaping digital asset regulations, which could end up redefining the legal landscape for cases like this.

The timing of this decision is particularly striking, as reports emerge that former President Donald Trump is set to spearhead the development of a new regulatory framework for digital assets.

If successful, this overhaul could dramatically shift the crypto landscape—paving the way for innovation while tightening investor safeguards.

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Binance is sticking to its stance, calling the SEC’s case baseless and saying it’s fully focused on security, compliance, and regaining user trust.

By agreeing to a temporary pause, the company hopes to save time, cut legal costs, and create space for a more constructive conversation with regulators.

Once the 60-day period is up, Binance and the SEC will need to submit a joint report, outlining whether an extension makes sense or if legal proceedings should move forward.

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