CFTC secures temporary halt to Arizona criminal case against prediction markets
An Arizona federal court has paused state criminal cases against CFTC-regulated prediction markets. CFTC seeks to confirm exclusive federal authority…
Hong Kong grants first stablecoin licenses to Anchorpoint and HSBC Hong Kong
Hong Kong approved its first stablecoin licenses, with Anchorpoint and HSBC Hong Kong among the initial recipients. Anchorpoint outlined plans…
Lummis warns of prolonged delay for digital asset bill amid mounting political hurdles
Senator Lummis has warned the Senate that delaying action on the Clarity Act could cause a multi-year setback. Key obstacles…
HSBC and Anchorpoint awarded Hong Kong’s first regulated stablecoin licenses amid new digital currency rules
Hong Kong has issued its first stablecoin licenses to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial under strict new rules. The regulatory framework…
Japan moves to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products after cabinet approves draft law
The Japanese government advances a law to treat cryptocurrencies as financial products. The bill increases penalties and expands regulatory oversight…
Japan moves to classify crypto assets as financial instruments with new legislation
Japan approved an amendment that classifies crypto assets as financial products under the FIEA. The move grants greater oversight and…
Japan reclassifies cryptocurrencies as financial instruments after legislative amendment
Japan now classifies cryptocurrencies as financial instruments under a revised legal framework. New rules promote transparency and increase oversight of…
Gemini draws acquisition interest for its closed European and UK units
Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, is now the focus of acquisition interest after its recent…
White House officials and regulators push for Senate progress on CLARITY Act before April markup
Key White House advisors and regulators pressed the Senate to advance the CLARITY Act this month. Senator Cynthia Lummis signaled…
Senate urged to act swiftly on Clarity Act as crypto leaders press for regulatory framework
Calls for swift Senate action on the Clarity Act grew stronger this week, as major figures in finance and technology…
US Treasury expands cybersecurity support to cryptocurrency sector
The US Treasury will extend its cybersecurity information-sharing program to the crypto sector. This move follows recommendations emphasizing increased security…
White House allies ramp up support for CLARITY Act ahead of Senate session
Officials linked to the White House are urging swift Senate action on the CLARITY Act this April. Key financial regulators…
CFTC seeks court order to block Arizona action against prediction market platforms
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has asked a federal court for a preliminary injunction and restraining order to stop…
Treasury Secretary Bessent urges swift Senate action on CLARITY Act amid crypto uncertainty
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has publicly called for immediate Senate action on the CLARITY Act, a bill designed to…
Iran allows oil tankers to pay Hormuz Strait transit fees with Bitcoin amid sanctions
Iran now accepts Bitcoin for shipping fees through the Strait of Hormuz amid strict sanctions. Crypto adoption in Iran is…
US regulators challenge state laws on prediction markets amid legal dispute
The CFTC and Department of Justice seek federal oversight of prediction markets in US courts. Arizona and other states are…
Artist Ryder Ripps barred from using Bored Ape Yacht Club visuals after agreement with Yuga Labs
Ryder Ripps is now banned from using Bored Ape Yacht Club images or brand elements. The settlement between Yuga Labs…
US Treasury outlines new stablecoin rules targeting financial security and compliance
The US Treasury Department has put forward a new set of rules intended to shape the regulatory environment for stablecoin…
US Treasury unveils joint rule proposal for stablecoin issuers amid new regulatory framework
The US Treasury has proposed joint stablecoin rules to fight financial crime and support innovation. Only authorized and fully backed…
South Korea unveils draft law to regulate digital assets amid industry debate
South Korea’s Democratic Party has presented a draft law for comprehensive digital asset regulation. The proposal mandates licensing, oversight, and…
