Democratic lawmakers are calling for an investigation into World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol linked to the Trump family, due to alleged illicit token sales […]
Japan Sets Stage for Major Crypto Reform: Friendlier Rules & New Classification System
Japan is on the cusp of a significant shake-up in its cryptocurrency regulations, poised to ease complexity and attract both long-term investors and Web3 developers. The country’s Financial […]
SEC Drops Crypto From 2026 Examination Priorities
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has removed crypto assets from its 2026 examination priorities, indicating a significant shift in focus for the regulatory agency. The SEC’s […]
SEC Removes Dedicated Cryptocurrency Section from 2026 Exam Focus
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced its priorities for examinations in the coming fiscal year, revealing a significant shift in focus away from cryptocurrency. No […]
SEC Reframes Regulatory Focus, Omits Digital Assets from 2026 Review Priorities
The SEC has dramatically shifted its regulatory approach by omitting digital assets from its 2026 priorities. This marks a clear departure from previous years, where the SEC often […]
White House Reviews IRS Plan for Accessing Foreign Crypto Data, Moving Closer to Global Reporting
The White House is conducting a detailed review of the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) proposal to access foreign cryptocurrency transaction data. This move comes as the US aims […]
South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia Cooperate to Develop Crypto Regulations
Regulators from South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia have joined forces to develop comprehensive regulatory plans for the crypto market. The focus of these efforts centers on taxation, investor […]
Binance Removes LUNC Trading in Europe: A Deep Dive into Regulatory & Market Changes
The collapse of Terra/LUNA in 2022 continues to reverberate through the crypto world, triggering a wave of regulatory scrutiny. In 2025, the impact became tangible for LUNC users […]
Brazil Implements OECD-Aligned Crypto Oversight for Enhanced Security
Brazil has transitioned to a new crypto reporting system aligned with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), replacing its 2019 framework. This move strengthens Brazil’s position as a […]
Hong Kong Tightens AML Controls for Virtual Trading Platforms
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is stepping up its efforts to prevent money laundering within the virtual asset sector. A circular issued on November 17, […]
Japan Seeks to Reclassify 105 Crypto Assets as Financial Products
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is proposing a significant reform of the cryptocurrency market. The FSA intends to reclassify 105 crypto assets, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, under the […]
Nebraska Becomes First US State to Launch Digital Asset Bank
Nebraska has taken a significant step in the world of digital finance, granting a charter to Telcoin Digital Asset Bank – the first in the U.S. with stablecoin […]
Navigating Japan’s Shifting Crypto Landscape: Regulation & Transparency Challenges
Japan’s crypto market stands at a pivotal point. The Travel Rule, introduced in 2023 to combat money laundering and terrorism financing, has increased transaction traceability. However, its implementation […]
Uniswap Founder Claims SEC Considered Listing Bitcoin & Ethereum as Securities
Hayden Adams, creator of the Uniswap cryptocurrency exchange platform, alleges that former SEC leadership considered classifying both Bitcoin and Ethereum as securities. He claims this plan would have […]
SEC Launches Project Crypto to Provide Regulatory Clarity in Digital Asset Markets
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking a decisive step toward clearer regulations in the digital asset space with the launch of its new initiative, ‘Project Crypto’. […]