OpenSea has requested the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide guidance on regulating NFT marketplaces. The request comes as the company seeks clarity regarding its legal […]
Bitpanda Secures Third MiCA License, Expanding Regulatory Footprint
Austria-based fintech unicorn Bitpanda has expanded its regulatory presence within the European Union by securing its third MiCA license. This follows Bitpanda’s previous approvals from regulators in Germany […]
OpenSea Challenges SEC’s Approach to NFT Regulation
In a move to push back against proposed regulatory frameworks, OpenSea has taken the lead in requesting that NFT platforms be excluded from securities laws. The platform argues […]
Paul Atkins Confirmed as New SEC Chair: Paving the Way for Crypto Regulation
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Paul Atkins as the new chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), marking a significant shift in crypto regulation. His appointment follows […]
CFTC Chair Supports DOJ’s Shift in Crypto Regulation Strategy
The U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) new approach to regulating crypto assets has been endorsed by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Acting Chair Caroline D. Pham has […]
Binance CEO Joins Pakistani Crypto Council for Guidance on Regulation
Pakistan is turning to Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, for guidance as the nation seeks to navigate its struggling stock market and explore the potential of crypto. Zhao’s […]
DOJ Closes Crypto Enforcement Team under Trump’s Push for Regulatory Reform
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has dismantled its dedicated crypto enforcement team, marking a significant shift in federal policy under President Donald Trump. This move follows a […]
ESMA Warns of Crypto Risks to Financial Stability
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a fresh warning about the potential risks crypto poses to financial markets. ESMA, the EU’s securities watchdog, emphasizes that […]
MoonPay Gains VASP Registration in Jersey, Expanding Regulated Crypto Services
MoonPay has secured registration as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands. This move marks an important step in expanding the […]
Trump Dismantles DOJ Crypto Unit, Citing Regulatory Overreach
The Department of Justice has shuttered its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET), a unit responsible for tackling digital asset-related crimes, following the end of the Trump administration. Deputy […]
SEC Hosts Roundtable on Crypto Regulation: Coinbase, Uniswap Invited
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) held a roundtable discussion titled ‘Between a Block and a Hard Place: Tailoring Regulation for Crypto Trading’ in Washington, D.C., on April […]
Trump Administration Dismantles Crypto Crime Unit: Major Shift in Enforcement Focus
The Trump administration has dramatically reshaped the landscape of crypto enforcement by shutting down the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET). This decision, outlined in a memo from Deputy […]
SEC Invites Coinbase and Uniswap Executives for Crypto Roundtable
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will host a roundtable discussion featuring executives from prominent cryptocurrency platforms, Coinbase and Uniswap, among others, to tackle regulatory challenges in […]
Circle Advocates for Expanded Crypto Regulation as MiCA Sets Standard
Dante Disparte, Head of Global Policy at Circle, believes increased regulatory clarity is crucial to attract investors and stakeholders to the cryptocurrency market. He specifically cites Europe’s MiCA […]
Andrew Bailey Nominated as New Chair of Financial Stability Board
The Financial Stability Board (FSB), a crucial G20 body overseeing global financial stability, has appointed Andrew Bailey as its new chair. The nomination was announced by the FSB’s […]