Regulation

Hong Kong’s financial regulators have recently announced the conclusion of a consultation period regarding a licensing program initiative for fiat-referenced stablecoin (FRS) providers. This initiative aims to address the rising trend of digital assets and ensure monetary and financial stability in the region. During the consultation period, which ended in February, the regulators received 108
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The landscape of lobbying within the crypto industry has seen a significant surge in expenditures over the past seven years, as indicated by a recent study conducted by Social Capital Markets. The study demonstrates a massive 1,386% increase in lobbying spend by crypto companies, skyrocketing from $2.72 million in 2017 to an astonishing $40.42 million
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Tech giants such as Coinbase, Ripple, and Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) are making waves in the political landscape by sending representatives to the Republican National Convention (RNC) and the Democratic National Convention (DNC). Their goal is to advocate for policies that are favorable to the crypto industry. The firms are part of the Fairshake super PAC,
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently closed its investigation into Hiro Systems and the Stacks blockchain without recommending any enforcement action. This news comes as a relief to many in the cryptocurrency community, as the investigation has been ongoing for over three years. The SEC’s decision not to take any enforcement action is
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The UK Law Commission recently released a scoping paper addressing the potential legal characterization of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in the country. DAOs are blockchain-based communities that are created for a shared goal, such as investing in start-ups or purchasing historical documents. Despite being seen as the future of corporate governance, the Commission noted that
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Recently, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made headlines by accepting a proposal that includes exceptions for certain institutions affected by the controversial Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 (SAB 121). This move has sparked a debate within the financial industry and has significant implications for the future of crypto accounting compliance. The SEC’s decision
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During a recent Senate Agriculture Committee hearing on digital commodities oversight, CFTC chair Rostin Behnam expressed the agency’s willingness to potentially become the primary regulator for cryptocurrencies. The discussion, which took place on July 10, revolved around the CFTC’s request for expanded regulatory authority in the realm of digital assets. Senator Roger Marshall questioned Behnam
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Katherine Dowling, the Chief Compliance Officer of Bitwise, recently stated that spot Ethereum ETFs are on the verge of approval. In a discussion with Bloomberg, she mentioned that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is receptive to discussions about various financial products. Dowling highlighted that the SEC and ETF issuers are making progress with each
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Messari, a prominent US-based crypto market intelligence platform, has taken a bold and decisive step by declaring independence from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move comes in response to the perceived stringent approach of the regulatory body towards the emerging industry. In a statement on July 7, Ryan Selkis, CEO of Messari, made
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Former Solicitor General Donald B. Verrilli, who previously served under the Obama administration, has recently accused US regulators of intentionally stifling the growth of the crypto industry through debanking practices. This accusation comes as a joint amicus brief was filed on July 3 alongside Paul Clement, the former Solicitor General under President George W. Bush.
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Recently, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) in South Korea has announced plans to tighten oversight of cryptocurrency trading platforms under its jurisdiction. The goal is to eliminate fraudulent transactions within the crypto space. The regulator has mandated that local exchanges must establish a continuous monitoring system for unfair transactions and report any abnormal activities via
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Galaxy Digital CEO, Mike Novogratz, recently shared his views on the future regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies in the US, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan support. According to Novogratz, fostering a bipartisan approach towards crypto is crucial. He believes that having both parties on board is essential for the growth and development of the industry. While
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Silvergate Capital recently found itself embroiled in a legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), resulting in a hefty settlement of $50 million. The SEC alleged that Silvergate Capital, along with its subsidiary Silvergate Bank, and two executives, engaged in misleading investors regarding the adequacy of its BSA/AML compliance program. Furthermore, the SEC
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VanEck’s Head of Digital Assets Research, Matthew Sigel, has confirmed speculation that their Solana spot ETF proposal is influenced by the outcome of the US Presidential elections. The deadline for the application is March 2025, well past the elections in November. Sigel has indicated that the approval odds for the ETF are slim if Joe
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Circle made a groundbreaking announcement on July 1st by revealing that it has obtained an e-money license from France, making it the pioneer global stablecoin issuer to adhere to the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations. This achievement not only showcases Circle’s commitment to regulatory compliance but also sets a precedent for other stablecoin issuers
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The co-founder of Ethereum, Vitalik Buterin, recently expressed his concerns about the state of cryptocurrency regulation, particularly in the United States. He highlighted a regulatory paradox that he believes is hindering the growth and integrity of the industry. Buterin pointed out that the current regulatory framework often allows projects with vague promises and unclear potential
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The digital finance industry has seen the rapid emergence of crypto assets, presenting both challenges and opportunities for regulators around the world. In the European Union, the Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation (MiCAR) was introduced to provide a framework for crypto asset services. However, as the industry continues to evolve, non-custodial crypto asset service providers operating
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The recent decision by the US Supreme Court to overturn the Chevron doctrine has raised significant concerns within the cryptocurrency community. Introduced in a 1984 case known as Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council, the doctrine established guidelines for federal courts to defer to agency interpretations of laws and statutes. This decision created a framework
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