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Hong Kong Misses March Target for First Stablecoin Licences
Hong Kong delays its first stablecoin licences, with regulators citing ongoing review processes.
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Crypto Emerges as Key Political Issue for Young UK Voters
A new survey shows crypto is shaping political trust among young UK voters, with 80% engaging in digital assets.
Democrats Urge CFTC Action on Prediction Market Insider Trading Risks
US lawmakers push regulators to address insider trading risks in prediction markets amid growing scrutiny of platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
US Labor Department Proposes Opening 401(k)s to Crypto Investments
The US Labor Department proposes allowing crypto and other alternative assets in 401(k) plans, following a Trump executive order.
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Anchorage Digital and Chainlink Back New Crypto PAC Ahead of Elections
Anchorage Digital and Chainlink support a new crypto PAC as regulatory debates intensify ahead of elections.
Coinbase Survey Reveals Widespread Confusion over Crypto Taxes
A Coinbase survey shows many crypto users still misunderstand tax rules despite a strong willingness to comply.
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Australia Fines Binance Unit $6.9M Over Client Misclassification
An Australian court fines Binance’s local derivatives unit $6.9 million for misclassifying retail clients and compliance failures.
Tether Taps KPMG for USDT Audit, Engages PwC Ahead of US Expansion
Tether hires KPMG for its first full USDT audit and brings in PwC as it prepares for U.S. expansion and potential fundraising.
UK Moves Forward with Temporary Ban on Crypto Political Donations
The UK government advances a temporary ban on crypto political donations to address concerns over foreign interference and transparency.
Trump-Era Rule Advancing Could Open 401(k)s to Crypto and Private Equity
A proposed US rule could allow crypto and private equity investments in 401(k) plans, reshaping retirement markets.