Regulation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Stability Board (FSB) have released a comprehensive report commissioned by G20 under India’s leadership. The report focuses on regulating crypto-assets such as Bitcoin and stablecoins. It aims to address the financial stability and integrity risks associated with the rapid growth of these digital assets. The IMF and

The South Korean government is taking a proactive approach to combat North Korea’s use of cryptocurrency assets for its weapons program. According to a report by Korea JonngAng Daily on September 4th, the government plans to submit a bill that will enable it to track and freeze crypto assets linked to North Korea. The bill

The government of the United Kingdom has recently released a statement outlining its objectives for the upcoming AI Safety Summit, scheduled to take place on November 1-2 at Bletchley Park. The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology is aiming to bring together various stakeholders, including key countries, technology organizations, academia, and civil society, to discuss

The recent court ruling against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the case of Grayscale Investments has led JP Morgan analysts to believe that the SEC might be compelled to approve the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications submitted by multiple firms. This potential development could have significant implications for the crypto industry. In

Cryptocurrency has rapidly evolved, and with it, the need for legal clarity has become crucial. The recent legal battles between major crypto exchanges and regulatory authorities highlight the significance of obtaining comprehensive legal opinions for token projects. In this article, we will explore the importance of legal opinions in crypto tokens and how they have

Former SEC chair, Jay Clayton, recently shared his thoughts on the potential approval of a Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) during an interview with CNBC. He acknowledged that the SEC faces a difficult challenge in regulating cryptocurrencies, especially considering the evolution of the crypto market over the years. Clayton highlighted the SEC’s initial struggle with non-compliant

Worldcoin, a digital identity project, recently made headlines by claiming to have verified an impressive number of Argentinians in a single day. According to a blog post published on August 31st, the project verified approximately 9,500 Argentinians using its World ID platform. This surge in popularity led to the World App briefly claiming the top

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler is no stranger to controversy. As he prepares to testify before Congress this September, the debates surrounding his approach to digital asset regulation have intensified. With lawmakers expressing concerns over the lack of clear guidelines and Gensler’s aggressive enforcement, the future of cryptocurrency regulation in the

In a groundbreaking ruling on August 29, 2023, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit overturned the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) order, granting a long-awaited victory to Grayscale Investments LLC in its legal battle over the conversion of its Bitcoin Trust into a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Grayscale’s

In a recent development, three prominent U.S. representatives have voiced their concerns over the stablecoin and crypto rules proposed by the Federal Reserve. This objection comes from the Republican party members, namely Patrick McHenry, Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee; French Hill, Chairman of the Committee on Financial Services Subcommittee on Digital Assets; and

The U.S. economy has experienced robust growth in recent years, leading to increasing concerns about inflationary pressures. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized the need for additional interest rate increases at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. This article will explore the uncertainties surrounding the economic outlook and the potential implications of further restrictive monetary policies.

U.K. regulators are taking steps to ban cold calls for consumer financial services as part of the country’s Treasury Fraud Strategy. The crypto sector is expected to be one of the industries affected by this ban. In a recent consultation paper from the U.K. Treasury, public input is being sought to understand the potential impacts

Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has recently made a significant stride in the evolution of crypto regulation in the United States. The platform has secured regulatory approval from the National Futures Association (NFA) to operate as a Futures Commission Merchant (FCM), becoming the first crypto-native platform to offer both spot crypto trading and

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) pending decision on Grayscale Investments is stirring significant anticipation within the cryptocurrency community. The implications of this decision could extend far beyond Grayscale itself, potentially shaping the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) in the future. Bloomberg’s Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas suggests that the verdict may be disclosed

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), under the leadership of Chairman Gary Gensler, faces significant regulatory concerns regarding the approval of a Bitcoin spot ETF. Former SEC attorney John Reed Stark suggests that the issue of crypto regulation has become a partisan divide within the SEC, marking a significant shift from the initial bipartisan consensus

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has recently come out in support of Coinbase’s motion to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit. In her amicus brief filed on August 11, Lummis argues that the court should dismiss the case and defer the development of appropriate crypto regulations to Congress. As a known advocate for

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently announced a settlement of $24 million with Bittrex and its former CEO, William Shihara. The SEC had made several allegations against Bittrex, accusing the company of instructing coin issuers to remove statements that could potentially raise regulatory concerns. Gurbir S. Grewal, Director of the SEC’s Division of

Bitstamp, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, announced on August 8 that it would suspend U.S. trading for several cryptocurrencies that have been classified as securities in recent legal cases involving other exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. The affected tokens include Axie Infinity (AXS), Chiliz (CHZ), Decentraland (MANA), Polygon (MATIC), Near Protocol (NEAR), The Sandbox (SAND), and

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has made a significant move in the world of digital assets by becoming the first licensed crypto platform in El Salvador. The Central American country has been known for its friendly stance towards the crypto industry, with the adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021. Binance’s acquisition of two licenses from

The Federal Reserve Board has recently unveiled the Novel Activities Supervision Program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at overseeing the rapidly advancing technologies within the banking sector. This program encompasses a wide range of areas, including crypto-assets and blockchain technology. By aligning financial innovation with regulatory oversight, the Federal Reserve aims to strike a delicate balance

Worldcoin, a global World ID verification platform, recently announced that the demand for its services doubled during its first week of launch. Despite facing regulatory hurdles in multiple jurisdictions, Worldcoin saw a significant increase in verifications, active users, and weekly account creations. Increasing Demand for World ID Verifications Worldcoin reported that the release of new

In a recent letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel, US Senators, led by Elizabeth Warren, have called for prompt action in implementing new tax reporting requirements for digital asset brokers. This letter refers to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), a bipartisan measure enacted almost two years ago that

Kenya’s Ministry of the Interior announced on August 2nd that it has suspended the activities of Worldcoin, a digital identity crypto project. The government cited concerns over the project’s collection of citizens’ eyeball/iris data as the reason for the suspension. Kenya’s Response The Kenyan government expressed worry about Worldcoin’s activities within its territory and launched

In a recent twist, Miami mayor Francis Suarez’s presidential campaign has come under scrutiny following a $500,000 donation from PassionForest, LLC, a crypto firm, according to the Miami Herald. The donation, made on October 28, 2022, drew attention when the Campaign Legal Center filed a complaint on July 25, 2023, alleging that PassionForest was linked

Binance, one of the leading digital asset exchanges, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first exchange to receive an Operational Minimum Viable Product (MVP) license from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). This development comes at a time when the exchange is facing regulatory hurdles in multiple European countries, including Germany, the Netherlands,

The House Financial Services Committee recently took a significant step in addressing critical issues surrounding digital asset regulation. On July 27, seven pieces of legislation were advanced, paving the way for a full vote in the House. These bills aim to shape the regulatory environment and foster innovation while ensuring consumer protection. Clarity for Payment

In a recent tweet, Commissioner Hester Peirce of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) expressed her concerns about the regulator’s stance on discouraging efforts to provide more transparency in the cryptocurrency industry. This comes after the SEC’s chief accountant, Paul Munter, issued a warning to accounting firms that engage in “audit” duties for