South Korean presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung has unveiled a plan to reshape the country’s digital currency landscape. He proposes introducing a stablecoin tied to the won, aiming to […]
South Korea Tightens Crypto Exchange Customer Verification Rules
The South Korean Financial Services Commission (FSC) is introducing stricter customer verification procedures for both non-profit organizations and cryptocurrency exchanges starting in June. This new regulation will permit […]
Senate Aims to Strengthen Stablecoin Regulations with New Bill
The United States Senate has proposed a revised version of the “GENIUS Act,” aimed at regulating stablecoins nationwide. The bill, previously blocked in a 48-49 vote, was retooled […]
US Takes Center Stage in Shaping Crypto’s Future Landscape
The international financial stage is currently dominated by the European Union and the United States. However, the US is taking center stage in shaping the future of cryptocurrencies. […]
Tether’s US Treasury Holdings Surge Past Germany
Tether has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing Germany in U.S. Treasury holdings, accumulating over $120 billion by the end of Q1 2025. This move marks a significant […]
UK Imposes Strict Crypto Reporting Rules for Firms, Aiming for Transparency and Consumer Protection
The United Kingdom is implementing mandatory reporting of all customer transactions involving cryptocurrencies. Starting January 1st, 2026, cryptocurrency companies will be required to collect and report data from […]
Major US Bank Pays $4.1 Million Over Robocalls to Consumers
A major U.S. bank has agreed to pay $4.1 million to settle allegations of making unsolicited robocalls to thousands of customers, highlighting growing regulatory scrutiny over these practices. […]
SEC Chair Paul Atkins Opens Financial Market Regulation Conference
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins kicked off the 12th Annual Financial Market Regulation Conference this morning at 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time, according to PANews. […]
Trump Administration To Loosen Bank Capital Requirements After 2008 Crisis
The Trump administration is taking steps towards relaxing capital requirements for major US banks, a move reminiscent of the era following the 2008 financial crisis. According to the […]
Anchorage Digital Addresses Investigation Claims, Denies Official Inquiry
Anchorage Digital refutes claims of an ongoing investigation by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), clearing its name amid media reports. CEO Nathan McCauley stated during Consensus […]
CFTC Commissioner Summer Mersinger Steps Down
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced that Commissioner Summer Mersinger is resigning from her role. The official statement did not disclose the specific reasons for […]
US Regulators Permit Crypto Services at National Banks
A major regulatory shift in 2025 has authorized national banks to offer cryptocurrency services. The decision from the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) and Federal Deposit […]
Federal Reserve Proposes Regulatory Framework for Non-Bank Stablecoin Issuers
The Federal Reserve is actively considering regulatory measures to address the financial stability risks posed by stablecoins issued by non-banks, particularly their potential impact on community banks. Officials […]
OCC Grants Full Crypto Integration to U.S. Banks
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has lifted restrictions on national banks, allowing them to offer a full range of crypto services. This significant […]
U.S. Regulators Take a Leap Forward: Crypto Integration in 2025
A significant shift is underway in the U.S. regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency, as banking regulators, under the leadership of Marcus Wolter, dramatically eased restrictions on banks engaging with […]