CFTC Moves Toward Regulating Perpetual Crypto Futures in the US
CFTC plans to regulate perpetual crypto futures, aiming for formal approval within a month. The move could boost US market…
Kraken Gains Direct Access to Fed’s Payment Network in Historic First for Crypto
Kraken secured direct access to the Federal Reserve’s main payment system. This approval enables faster, lower-cost, always-available dollar transfers for…
Trump Pressures Banks as Crypto Bill Stalls in Senate and Bitcoin Surges
Trump accused major banks of stalling the CLARITY Act, a key crypto bill. Regulators eased some restrictions, but banks remain…
Iran Turns to Stablecoins to Navigate Sanctions and Military Tensions
Iran’s crypto markets, especially stablecoins, have grown despite sanctions and recent military tensions. The central bank and sanctioned entities utilize…
Japan Probes Sharp Plunge in Unapproved Crypto Coin Using Prime Minister’s Name
SANAE TOKEN used Prime Minister Takaichi’s identity without approval, then crashed after her rejection. Japan’s financial regulator opened a probe…
Trump Presses Congress as Stablecoin Tensions Escalate Between US Banks and Crypto Firms
Trump intensifies his push for crypto regulation amid bank and stablecoin disputes in the US. Banks and crypto platforms clash…
US Senate Moves to Temporarily Block Digital Dollar Until 2030
The US Senate advanced a housing bill that includes a digital dollar ban until 2030. The ban reflects privacy concerns…
Congress Pushes for Legal Certainty in US Crypto with New CLARITY Act Proposal
A new US bill seeks clear federal rules for digital assets and stablecoins. Supporters favor certainty, while critics warn it…
Turkish Lawmakers Introduce Sweeping Crypto Tax Bill with Up to 40% Levies
A Turkish bill proposes 0.03%, 10%, and up to 40% taxes on cryptocurrency activities. Different rates will apply to trading,…
South Korean Tax Agency Blunder Leads to Back-to-Back Crypto Thefts
A leaked wallet key led to the theft of 4 million PRTG tokens from South Korea’s tax agency. The tokens…
Turkey Moves to Tax Cryptocurrency with Sweeping New Legislation
Turkey’s proposed bill will tax crypto transactions, introducing both a transaction and a gains tax. Taxes take effect mid-2026; prior…
US Judge Blocks Binance’s Bid to Shift Securities Lawsuit to Arbitration
A New York court denied Binance’s request to move the securities lawsuit to arbitration. The class action centers on allegations…
Senate Deadlock Stalls US Crypto Regulation Over Stablecoin Yields
The CLARITY Act’s stablecoin yield debate stalls US digital asset regulation in the Senate. Banks want strict limits, while crypto…
Paxful Faces $4 Million Fine as US Targets Crypto Platforms Over Money Laundering Gaps
The US fined Paxful $4 million for serious anti-money laundering shortcomings. The case exposed deep compliance gaps and facilitation of…
UK Gambling Commission Moves Toward Crypto Payments in Regulated Gaming
The UK Gambling Commission is drafting frameworks for crypto payments in regulated gambling. No timeline exists yet, but shifting policies…
Minnesota Lawmakers Move to Ban Crypto ATMs Statewide
Minnesota lawmakers have proposed a state-wide ban on crypto ATMs and related kiosks. The bill targets consumer safety, fraud prevention,…
SEC Schedules 2026 Roundtable to Examine Retail Access to Private Markets
The SEC will hold a public roundtable in March 2026 on retail access to private markets. Panels will address governance,…
SEC Chief Paul Atkins Headlines Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, Signaling Shift in US Crypto Policy
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins to headline Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, reflecting a regulatory shift. The event will gather global…
Circle Funnels Most USDC Revenue to Distribution Platforms as Stablecoin Supply Surges
Circle’s USDC revenue grew sharply, but most went to user-access platforms, not retained earnings. Distribution partners have gained leverage, shaping…
US Regulators Tighten Oversight with Draft Rules for Stablecoin Market
The OCC’s draft outlines strict oversight for stablecoin issuers and their reserve assets. The framework seeks public feedback before implementation…
