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ROBINHOOD CEO PUSHES FOR PERMANENT CRYPTO RULES

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
THU, AUG 20, 2026

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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev called for clearer, more permanent cryptocurrency regulations to boost investor confidence. Speaking at the CFTC in Washington, Tenev also addressed the future of prediction markets amid ongoing legal challenges.

Tenev told Bloomberg that shifting regulatory frameworks tied to changing administrations create uncertainty for the crypto industry. Permanent rules would provide investors with confidence that regulations won't swing with political transitions. On prediction markets, Tenev said the sector will adapt regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on state regulatory authority. The court is weighing cases where states seek greater control over prediction market operations. Tenev's comments reflect broader industry concerns about regulatory clarity. Crypto firms have faced inconsistent guidance from federal agencies, hampering business planning and investment decisions. The Robinhood CEO's remarks come as the incoming administration signals potential shifts in crypto policy. Industry leaders are increasingly advocating for stable, bipartisan regulatory frameworks rather than policies tied to political cycles.

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