Christy Goldsmith Romero, a veteran commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is leaving her post effective May 31, 2025. This departure leaves the agency with just […]
SEC Provides Clarity on Crypto Asset Handling in New FAQ
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document addressing broker regulations for non-securities crypto assets, providing clarity on Bitcoin and Ethereum’s […]
Ripple and SEC Case Remains Unresolved After Court Rejection of Settlement Proposal
The legal battle between Ripple and the SEC continues to stall, as a recent court ruling throws further uncertainty into the future of crypto regulation in the U.S. […]
SEC Considers New Exemption for Tokenized Securities, Aiming to Boost Market Liquidity
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is exploring conditional exemptions for tokenized securities issuance, trading, and settlement. This move, spearheaded by SEC officials like Hester Peirce and […]
SEC Provides Regulatory Clarity for Crypto Asset Management: Impact on Institutional Investment
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released new guidelines clarifying how existing broker-dealer rules apply to crypto assets and blockchain technology, impacting market participants and investor […]
UK Tightens Crypto Regulations: Reporting Rules Commence in 2026
The UK government is introducing new regulations for crypto assets, requiring service providers to report user data starting January 2026. These rules are aligned with global efforts to […]
Ukraine to Consider State-Run Bitcoin Reserve with Binance Support
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The Federal Reserve has withdrawn its previous guidance concerning stablecoins issued by non-bank entities, signaling a major shift in its regulatory approach to digital assets.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 […]