DZ Bank Secures MiCA License to Launch Retail Crypto Trading
Germany’s DZ Bank has received regulatory approval under the EU’s MiCA framework to roll out a retail crypto trading platform across its cooperative banking network.
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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.
Latest Regulation & Policy News
Bank of Thailand Expands Scrutiny of USDT Trades amid Grey Money Concerns
The Bank of Thailand is monitoring USDT activity after finding that a significant share of stablecoin trading on local platforms involves foreign participants, raising concerns about…
Court Halts Tennessee Action against Kalshi
A federal judge has temporarily blocked Tennessee regulators from enforcing a cease-and-desist order against prediction market Kalshi.
India Strengthens Crypto Exchange Rules to Combat Financial Crime
India’s financial intelligence agency has introduced stricter identity and transaction verification requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges to curb money laundering and terrorism financing.
South Korea to Allow Corporate Crypto Investment after Nine-Year Ban
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission plans to permit listed companies and professional investors to allocate up to 5% of equity to top cryptocurrencies, ending a nine-year…
Ripple Secures FCA Approval to Expand Regulated Payments in UK
Ripple has obtained FCA authorization for its UK subsidiary, allowing it to offer regulated payment and e-money services as Britain advances its digital asset framework.
India’s Tax Authorities Reinforce Central Bank Warnings on Crypto
India’s income tax department has echoed the Reserve Bank of India’s concerns on cryptocurrencies, citing enforcement gaps as policymakers prepare the 2026 Union Budget.
UAE Dirham Stablecoin Field Expands as RAKBank Secures Initial Approval
RAKBank has received in-principle approval from the UAE central bank to issue a dirham-backed stablecoin, adding another regulated lender to the country’s expanding digital payments landscape.
US Community Banks Push Congress to Close Stablecoin Yield Gap in GENIUS Act
US community banks are urging lawmakers to amend the GENIUS Act to prevent stablecoin-linked yield programs, warning that the practice could accelerate deposit outflows and weaken…
US Crypto Market Structure Bill Faces Potential Delay until 2027
A comprehensive US crypto market structure bill may not pass Congress until after the 2026 midterm elections, as political risk and conflict concerns weigh on bipartisan…
Bitcoin Nears $93,000 as Trump Signals Tougher Colombia Stance
Bitcoin climbed toward $93,000 as comments from US President Donald Trump on Colombia and Mexico added to geopolitical uncertainty following the Venezuela operation.
Coinbase Warns Stablecoin Interest Ban Could Benefit China
A Coinbase executive warned that restricting interest on US-issued stablecoins could weaken US competitiveness as China prepares to allow interest on its digital yuan.