Snowstorm Delays Senate Crypto Bill Markup
Severe winter weather in Washington has pushed back a key Senate Agriculture Committee vote on sweeping crypto market structure legislation.
Regulation & Policy
The Regulation & Policy section tracks global legal developments shaping the future of cryptocurrencies, blockchain innovation, and digital asset markets. This category covers legislative updates, regulatory actions, compliance requirements, enforcement cases, tax changes, and government positions on emerging financial technologies. Readers gain clarity on how policy decisions influence markets, businesses, and everyday crypto users worldwide.
Kansas Lawmakers Propose State-Managed Bitcoin Reserve
Kansas lawmakers introduced a bill to create a state-managed Bitcoin and digital assets reserve funded by unclaimed crypto and staking rewards.
Binance Seeks MiCA Approval in Greece Ahead of EU Deadline
Binance has applied for a MiCA license in Greece as EU regulators press crypto firms to meet June compliance deadlines or exit key markets.
Global Crypto Regulation Set to Take Effect in 2026, PwC Says
By
Julia Sakovich
• 2 mins read
PwC predicts 2026 will mark a turning point for crypto regulation, as jurisdictions worldwide move from draft frameworks to enforceable laws, reshaping stablecoins, compliance, and institutional adoption.
Thailand Prepares Crypto ETF Rules as Institutional Interest Grows
By
Julia Sakovich
• 1 min read
Thailand’s securities regulator is drafting rules for crypto ETFs and futures trading as the country seeks to attract more institutional participation.
Vietnam Pilots Crypto Exchange Licensing to End Legal Uncertainty
By
Julia Sakovich
• 3 mins read
Vietnam has launched a pilot licensing regime for cryptocurrency exchanges, bringing the sector under formal oversight as banks and securities firms prepare to enter the market.
Argentine Exchange Ripio Bets on Peso Stablecoins amid Cautious 2026 Outlook
By
Julia Sakovich
• 2 mins read
Argentine exchange Ripio is expanding peso-backed stablecoins and tokenized bonds as it anticipates a flat crypto market in 2026 but sustained long-term growth in tokenized money.
Bhutan to Deploy Sei Validator, Explore Tokenization Projects
By
Julia Sakovich
• 1 min read
Bhutan plans to deploy a Sei Network validator in the first quarter, expanding its blockchain strategy while exploring tokenization and payments initiatives.
Massachusetts Judge Bars Kalshi from Offering Sports Bets
By
Julia Sakovich
• 2 mins read
A Massachusetts court granted a preliminary injunction blocking prediction-market operator Kalshi from offering sports bets to state residents without a gaming license.
Hong Kong Industry Group Pushes Back on Proposed Crypto Licensing Rules
By
Julia Sakovich
• 3 mins read
A Hong Kong securities industry body has warned that proposed licensing changes for crypto asset management could raise compliance costs and discourage traditional fund managers from limited digital asset exposure.
Coinbase CEO Engages Banks on US Crypto Market Structure Bill
By
Julia Sakovich
• 3 mins read
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong plans to meet banking executives at the World Economic Forum as negotiations over the stalled US crypto market structure bill shift from Washington to Davos.
One Year after Gensler Exit, SEC’s Crypto Playbook Shifts under Trump
By
Julia Sakovich
• 2 mins read
A year after Gary Gensler’s resignation, the SEC has significantly altered its approach to cryptocurrency, dropping key enforcement actions and restructuring leadership.
Bermuda Partners with Coinbase and Circle for Fully Onchain Economy
By
Julia Sakovich
• 2 mins read
Bermuda is launching a pilot program to create a fully onchain economy in partnership with Coinbase and Circle, focusing on stablecoin payments and digital infrastructure.
Hong Kong Crypto Firms Flag Risks in CARF Tax Rollout
By
Julia Sakovich
• 1 min read
Hong Kong crypto firms warn that strict implementation of global CARF tax rules could create operational strain and weaken the city’s competitiveness.
Privacy Coins Rise as Broader Crypto Market Slips
By
Julia Sakovich
• 1 min read
Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies, including Monero and Dash, posted gains despite a broad crypto sell-off, as investors shifted toward defensive assets.