The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision is reconsidering its stance on crypto assets, driven by a surge in regulated stablecoins and pressure from global banks. Previously, the committee […]
Brazil Considers Taxing Stablecoin Payments Amid Crypto Surge
Brazil’s government is exploring whether to impose the IOF tax on cross-border crypto transactions, particularly those involving stablecoins. New central bank rules classifying stablecoin operations as foreign exchange […]
Japan Introduces Comprehensive Regulatory Framework for Crypto, Treating it Like Traditional Finance
Japan is poised to dramatically reshape the cryptocurrency landscape with new rules classifying over 100 cryptocurrencies as financial products under traditional securities law. The move aims to enhance […]
White House Proposes Sharing US Offshore Crypto Data with IRS
The White House is considering joining a global agreement to share crypto data, potentially granting the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) access to Americans’ offshore holdings. This move aims […]
Binance Founder’s Pardon Sparks Crypto Compliance Debate
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), recently pardoned by former President Trump, is now facing scrutiny following a $4.3 billion DOJ fine for inadequate anti-money-laundering controls. This pardon raises […]
SEC Chair Unveils New Crypto Rulebook: Clarity & Reduced Uncertainty
SEC Chair Paul Atkins has announced a new rulebook specifically designed to clarify regulations for digital assets. This initiative aims to bring greater consistency and reduce the ambiguity […]
Japan’s 2026 Crypto Tax Cuts & Trading Rules Overhaul
Japan is set to significantly revamp its crypto regulations, implementing major tax cuts and new trading rules by 2026 under Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s ‘New Capitalism’ initiative. These […]
Arthur Hayes Encourages Zcash Holders to Move Assets Off Exchanges for Self-Custody
Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and a prominent voice in cryptocurrency, urges Zcash holders to take action by transferring their tokens from centralized exchanges to self-custody wallets with […]
Arthur Hayes Recommends Zcash Withdrawal Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
Crypto veteran Arthur Hayes is urging Zcash holders to prioritize asset privacy by withdrawing their holdings from centralized exchanges and utilizing privacy-enhancing features. This advice comes amidst a […]
Brazil’s Central Bank Classifies Stablecoin Activity as Foreign Exchange
Brazil’s central bank has issued three regulatory resolutions classifying all stablecoin transactions, including purchases, sales, exchanges, and cross-border transfers, as foreign exchange market operations. The resolutions will take […]
Senate Clarity Act Fuels Crypto Optimism with $HYPER Presale Surge
A bipartisan Senate plan to clarify digital asset regulations is fueling excitement in the crypto market, particularly for projects like Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) which aims to enhance Bitcoin’s […]
Transak Expands US Presence with 6 New State Licenses
Stablecoin payment provider Transak has secured six new Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs) across the United States, bringing its total to eleven states. This expansion bolsters Transak’s presence in […]
XRP: The Top Beneficiary of Emerging Crypto Regulations
A recent report highlighting institutional research suggests that XRP is positioned as a primary beneficiary of new crypto legislation. SMQKE’s post details how XRP’s alignment with banking systems […]
Brazil Sets Date for Mandatory Crypto Licenses – 2026 Deadline Looms
Brazil has mandated that all crypto service providers obtain official authorization before commencing operations by February 2026, a move aimed at enhancing transparency and consumer protection within the […]
Brazil clarifies Stablecoin Regulations Amidst Market Uncertainty
Brazilian authorities have clarified their stance on stablecoins, addressing concerns about potential bans and promoting clarity in the crypto market. While no outright ban exists, the focus shifts […]