Brazil’s central bank has implemented new regulations for the cryptocurrency industry, bringing exchanges and stablecoin issuers under anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) oversight. The move marks […]
YAX Partners with Solidus Labs to Enhance AML Compliance in Hong Kong
YAX, a subsidiary of UP Fintech, has partnered with Solidus Labs to bolster compliance with Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) regulations on its platform. The partnership […]
Circle’s Hansen Clarifies EU AMLR Won’t Ban Self-Custody Wallets
Patrick Hansen, Circle’s Director of EU Strategy and Policy, has once again addressed concerns regarding the European Union’s Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), clarifying that the regulation does not […]
Japan FSA Tightens Crypto Lending Regulations: Implications for the Market
The Japan Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning to significantly tighten regulations on crypto lending by 2026. This move, expected to boost consumer protection and compliance, will bring […]
Samourai Wallet Co-founder Sentenced: Privacy Tool Developers Face Scrutiny and Uncertainty
The co-founder of Samourai Wallet, Keonne Rodriguez, was recently sentenced to five years in prison for unlicensed money transmission. This case has sparked debate within the crypto community […]
U.S. Crypto Bill Delay Sparks Uncertainty in Market
The U.S. Senate’s crypto market structure bill faces delays, pushing the regulatory landscape into December and triggering uncertainty within the digital asset markets. This delay stems from disagreements […]
CZ Addresses WLFI Deal Allegations, Highlights Regulatory Transparency
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has vehemently denied allegations of a trade deal with WLFI, emphasizing no meetings or discussions occurred. CZ confirmed his singular meeting with Eric […]
Tether Freezes Ethereum Address Holding 31.77 Million USDT
A significant development in the stablecoin landscape has unfolded as Tether, a prominent cryptocurrency issuer, froze an Ethereum address containing 31.77 million USDT on November 8, 2025. The […]
Japan Tightens Crypto Regulations: FSA to Impose Stringent Rules by 2025
The Japan Financial Services Agency (FSA) is implementing stricter regulations for crypto lending and Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) by the end of 2025. This move, aimed at enhancing […]
Finland’s New Crypto Reporting Framework to Launch in 2026
Finland is set to implement a domestic crypto-asset reporting framework in 2026, following the OECD’s global Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and aligning with European Union (EU) directives. This […]
Japan Aims to Regulate Crypto Lending to Enhance Investor Protection
In a move to strengthen investor protection and promote fairer market practices, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) of Japan has proposed tightening regulations for crypto lending services. This […]
Coinbase Europe Pays €21.5M Fine for AML Coding Errors
Coinbase Europe Limited (CBEL) has settled a €21.5 million fine with the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) regarding coding errors in its anti-money laundering (AML) transaction monitoring system. […]
ASIC Grants ‘No-Action’ Period For Tokenisation in Australia
Australia’s financial regulator, ASIC, has introduced a ‘no-action’ period until mid-2026 to clarify regulations on tokenization and digital assets. This approach aims to prevent market setbacks by providing […]
Circle Advocates for Level Playing Field for Stablecoin Issuers under GENIUS Act
Stablecoin issuer Circle has urged the US Treasury Department to ensure a level playing field among banks, nonbanks, and stablecoin issuers as they implement the GENIUS Act. The […]
Coinbase Europe Loses €21.5 Million for Major Transaction Monitoring Flaws
The Central Bank of Ireland has issued a hefty fine of €21.5 million to Coinbase Europe, holding the firm accountable for substantial failures in transaction monitoring. The regulator […]