U.S. President Donald Trump signed a law for temporary government funding, ending an unprecedented 43-day shutdown, which became the longest in the country’s history.
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Federal Agencies Resume Operations
The resumption of federal agency activities has paved the way for key regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), to operate fully. This will allow these bodies to return to reviewing important cryptocurrency initiatives that were suspended due to a lack of funding.
The shutdown was caused by disputes between Democrats and Republicans over healthcare issues. A compromise was reached after both sides dropped several demands, including those related to subsidies under the Obamacare program. The law passed by Congress extends funding until the end of January 2026, providing additional time to agree on a full budget.
Impact on the Cryptocurrency Sector and Regulatory Environment
With the unlocking of SEC and CFTC operations, the resumption of reviews for applications to launch spot cryptocurrency ETFs is expected. Additionally, hearings regarding the appointment of Mike Seliga as head of the CFTC will be possible. The Senate Agriculture Committee has already introduced a bill defining the regulator’s powers in overseeing the spot markets for digital assets.
The resumption of government operations also allows the U.S. Department of the Treasury and other agencies to analyze public feedback on the GENIUS Act, aimed at regulating stablecoins. Previously, this process was halted due to the budget crisis and widespread unpaid leave for federal employees.
“I am always ready to work with anyone, including the other party. We can achieve much more,” the president stated.
Despite the political breakthrough, cryptocurrency markets maintain a cautious dynamic. As of November 2025, the price of Bitcoin is around $103,500. Over the past day, the asset has increased by 1.9%, but its value has decreased by more than 10% over the month.
Hourly chart of BTC/USDT on Binance. Data: TradingView.
It is expected that in the coming weeks, the government will ramp up work on cryptocurrency initiatives that were suspended due to the shutdown—particularly in the areas of digital assets and financial innovations. The investment firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has already submitted its proposals for implementing the GENIUS Act, which regulates the stablecoin market.
President Donald Trump emphasized his willingness to collaborate with both parties for reforms in healthcare and financial regulation during the signing.