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…
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…
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…
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…
US Treasury plans stricter oversight for stablecoin issuers amid efforts to combat financial crime
The US Treasury is drafting regulations to better supervise stablecoin issuers and address financial crime risks. New rules would require…
White House report questions banking sector concerns over stablecoin yield restrictions
A White House report suggests banning stablecoin yields won't substantially boost bank lending. The findings challenge banks' arguments, indicating limited…
SEC signals policy shift after acknowledging missteps in crypto lawsuits
The SEC acknowledged past missteps in enforcing securities laws in crypto-related cases. Seven high-profile crypto lawsuits will be dismissed under…
Morgan Stanley spot Bitcoin ETF to debut on NYSE Arca amid rising competition
Morgan Stanley is preparing to launch its spot Bitcoin ETF, MSBT, on NYSE Arca tomorrow, marking the firm's first entry…
US lawmakers question CFTC oversight on insider trading in prediction markets
A group of US lawmakers has called for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to step up regulatory action regarding…
Bank regulators propose updated AML and CFT rules for financial institutions
Banking regulators proposed updates to AML and CFT rules for financial institutions in the United States. The new rules prioritize…
FDIC proposes new regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers following federal law
The FDIC proposed a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers, initiating a public comment period. The GENIUS Act requires stablecoins be…
US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation outlines approach to stablecoin regulation
The FDIC released its draft framework on stablecoin oversight under the GENIUS Act. New rules set out capital and operational…
Africa’s crypto adoption accelerates with new regulations and growing stablecoin use
Several African countries have implemented new rules for digital asset activities and crypto companies. Ripple has expanded stablecoin and custody…
SEC advances cryptocurrency safe harbor proposal to White House review
The SEC’s safe harbor proposal for digital assets has reached White House-level regulatory review. The framework includes exemptions tailored to…
Clarity Act advances toward Senate Banking Committee with stablecoin yield dispute nearing resolution
The Clarity Act, aiming to reform crypto oversight, is targeting an April progress window in the U.S. Senate. Months of…
SEC moves new crypto regulation draft to White House for final review
The SEC’s new crypto regulation draft has reached the final review stage at the White House. The upcoming framework will…
