Ukraine is taking steps towards establishing a state Bitcoin reserve, potentially becoming the first European country to implement such a measure. This proposal was sparked by MP Yaroslav […]
Summer Mersinger Steps Down as CFTC Commissioner, Joins Blockchain Association
Summer Mersinger’s departure from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) marks a significant shift in the crypto regulatory landscape. She will step down on May 30, 2025, paving […]
Federal Reserve Lifts Guidance on Stablecoin Regulation for Non-Banks
The Federal Reserve has withdrawn its previous guidance concerning stablecoins issued by non-bank entities, signaling a major shift in its regulatory approach to digital assets. This move coincides […]
Senator Torres Introduces Bill to Ban Officials’ Profits from Memecoins
Senator Ritchie Torres (D-NY) has introduced a bill aiming to prevent government officials and their immediate families from profiting off memecoins and stablecoins. The legislation, titled the ‘Stop […]
TD Bank Faces $3 Billion Fine for Crypto Compliance Failures
TD Bank has been hit with a massive $3 billion penalty due to inadequately monitoring cryptocurrency transactions. This significant regulatory action stems from the bank’s failure to prevent […]
Ripple and SEC Settle Case, Reducing Penalties & Shifting Regulatory Landscape
In a landmark settlement, Ripple Labs has reached an agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), significantly reducing financial penalties. This resolution signals a shift in […]
EU Imposes Crypto Transparency Starting 2027
The European Union is taking a major step in regulating crypto transactions. From July 2027, all crypto transfers exceeding €1,000 will require the disclosure of sender and recipient […]
BlackRock Seeks SEC Approval for Ethereum ETF Staking in Crucial Meeting
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, met with the SEC’s Crypto Asset Task Force to advocate for crucial changes in Ethereum ETFs. The meeting focused on pivotal issues […]
Tether to Come under US Jurisdiction: New Stablecoin Bill Aims for Enhanced Regulation
The latest version of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act introduces a significant change in the cryptocurrency landscape: bringing Tether, the issuer of […]
Bitcoin Investment by SWFs: Regulations Key to Major Buying
Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWF) are currently making investments in Bitcoin, but significant allocations will only happen when the United States establishes clearer regulations for the digital assets industry, […]
SEC Settlement with Ripple Criticized for Eroding Investor Protections
Commissioner Crenshaw has voiced strong opposition to a proposed settlement between Ripple Labs and the SEC, arguing it undermines investor protections and weakens the SEC’s legal standing. The […]
SEC Commissioner Criticizes Ripple Settlement, Raising Concerns About Regulatory Uncertainty
SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw has expressed significant concerns regarding the recent settlement between Ripple Labs and the SEC. She argues that the agreement undermines investor protections and introduces […]
EU Tightens Crypto Regulations with New AML Framework
The European Union (EU) is bolstering its crypto regulations with a new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) framework, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in the cryptocurrency space. Speaking at […]
SEC Commissioner Calls Bitcoin ETF Approval Process ‘Terribly Mismanaged’
Hester Peirce, a commissioner at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has criticized the agency’s approach to approving Bitcoin ETFs, labeling it as ‘terribly mismanaged’. Her outspoken comments […]
Ripple Reaches Settlement with SEC: Implications for XRP, Market Sentiment & Compliance
Ripple Labs has reached a landmark agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), securing its funds and removing legal restrictions. This settlement offers regulatory clarity for […]