SEC Poised to Unveil Tokenized Stock ‘Innovation Exemption’
Following months of industry pressure, the SEC is expected to introduce a regulatory sandbox for tokenized equities. This framework aims to bridge the gap between traditional…
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UK Regulators Unveil Landmark Tokenization Roadmap and 24/7 Payment Overhaul
The UK is accelerating its digital finance strategy. A new regulatory roadmap outlines the integration of stablecoins, blockchain asset records, and a multi-year expansion of wholesale settlement windows to achieve near-continuous trading.
Kraken Slashes Headcount Amid AI Efficiencies, Threatening to Push Back 2026 IPO Plans
Payward Inc., the parent company of Kraken, has trimmed roughly 5% of its workforce, blaming AI-driven operational efficiencies. The corporate realignment comes despite an aggressive $2.6…
A16z Crypto Declares CLARITY Act Boon for Domestic Innovation as Senate Hurdle Approaches
Following a successful committee vote, the CLARITY Act is gaining massive institutional momentum. Prominent web3 advocates like a16z and Grayscale argue the bill will secure American…
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B2C2 Secures Landmark MiCA License in Luxembourg to Expand OTC Trading Across EU
With a new CASP license under the EU’s MiCA framework, B2C2 is set to offer regulated OTC spot trading services across all member states through the region's passporting regime.
Brian Armstrong: CLARITY Act Is Closer Than Ever as US Crypto Regulation Reaches Turning Point
After years of regulatory clashes, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes the US is on the verge of legislative certainty. The CLARITY Act promises to define token…
Bank of England Reconsiders Strict Stablecoin Regime Amid Industry Backlash
Following warnings that draconian limits could stifle the GBP stablecoin market, the Bank of England is reviewing its 20,000-pound individual holding cap and conservative reserve demands.
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Poland Debates Competing Crypto Bills as PiS Party Proposes Total Ban
Amid the fallout of the Zondacrypto scandal, Poland's Sejm is weighing four competing regulatory frameworks while facing a new, controversial bid by the PiS party to ban all cryptoasset activity.
Crypto.com Secures Key UAE License: Dubai Government Fees Can Now Be Paid in Crypto
Crypto.com has obtained a Stored Value Facilities license from the UAE Central Bank, enabling a landmark partnership that lets residents settle government fees using digital assets.
Bithumb Joins Vietnam’s High-Stakes Crypto License Race via SSI Digital Partnership
South Korean exchange Bithumb is pivoting toward Southeast Asia, partnering with Vietnam’s largest brokerage to navigate a restrictive new pilot program for digital asset trading.