The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is undergoing a significant shift in its approach to crypto regulation under the leadership of new chairman Paul Atkins. A stark […]
Fed’s Bowman Advocates for Limited Crypto Holdings by Staff for Improved Regulation
Michelle Bowman, Vice Chair for Supervision at the Federal Reserve, has proposed allowing staff to hold small cryptocurrency holdings for regulatory purposes. This aligns with efforts to modernize […]
Illinois Tightens Control Over Crypto Operations
The state of Illinois is taking proactive steps to regulate the cryptocurrency industry. Governor JB Pritzker recently signed two laws designed to enhance oversight and consumer protection, aiming […]
Illinois Takes Action on Digital Assets with New Regulations
Illinois Governor recently signed legislation establishing new rules for the digital asset industry. These regulations, detailed in the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act and the Digital Assets […]
Trump Signs Stablecoin Act, Revolutionizing US Crypto Regulation
President Trump enacted the GENIUS Act, a landmark legislation that sets a new direction for stablecoin regulation in the United States. The move signals a significant shift away […]
Hong Kong Regulators Warn Against Stablecoin Speculation, Introduce Licensing Rules
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the Monetary Authority (HKMA) have issued a warning against speculative activity in the stablecoin market. The agencies introduced new licensing […]
Federal Reserve Removes Specialized Crypto Oversight Following Trump’s Executive Order
The Federal Reserve has discontinued its specialized monitoring framework for crypto activities within regulated banks, a move that follows President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending discriminatory […]
SEC Urges Clear Crypto Regulations After Ripple Case Closure
The recent conclusion of the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple has prompted top agency officials to call for a more robust regulatory framework for digital assets. SEC Commissioner Hester […]
SEC Shifts Focus to Crypto Regulation After Ending Ripple Lawsuit
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is now prioritizing the development of clear regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrency after concluding a lengthy legal battle with Ripple Labs. The […]
SEC Halts Ripple Lawsuit, Focusing on Cryptocurrency Regulation
The protracted legal dispute between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple concerning XRP’s unregistered sale has concluded. The SEC accused Ripple of illegally raising $1.3 […]
Wisconsin Proposes Stricter Rules for Bitcoin ATMs, Could Impact Statewide Regulations
A new bill, SB386, in the Wisconsin Senate aims to regulate Bitcoin ATMs with strict identity verification and transaction limits. While unconfirmed reports indicate its existence, official sources […]
Ukraine’s Crypto Regulation Drives Market Surge, with XRP and ADA Leading the Way
Ukraine’s proposed cryptocurrency regulation bill is generating significant market interest, as investors anticipate a shift towards more transparent rules and increased adoption of digital assets. Ethereum (ETH), XRP, […]
Paxos Applies for National Bank Charter: What it Means for Stablecoins
Paxos, known for its stablecoin issuances like PYUSD, is seeking a national banking charter from the OCC. This follows Ripple and Circle’s similar efforts, aiming for consistency in […]
Tether Freezes $12 Million USDT on Tron Amid Regulatory Push
Tether has taken a significant step towards regulatory compliance by freezing 12.3 million USDT on the Tron network. The action, taken on June 15th, 2025, was aimed at […]
SEC Appoints Jamie Selway as Director of Trading & Markets
Jamie Selway joins the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as their new Director of Trading & Markets, bringing her crypto trading expertise from Blockchain.com. This appointment marks a […]