Bhutan Taps Bitcoin Reserves to Fund Mindfulness City
Bhutan plans to allocate 10,000 bitcoin from its national reserves to support development of Gelephu Mindfulness City. The move formalizes bitcoin’s role in the country’s long-term…
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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
UK FCA Opens Consultation on Crypto Rules for Markets and DeFi
The UK Financial Conduct Authority has launched consultations on proposed rules for crypto exchanges, lending, staking, and DeFi. Feedback is due by February 12, 2026, as…
South Korea Misses Stablecoin Bill Deadline as Policy Debate Drags On
South Korea’s financial regulator missed a key deadline to submit a stablecoin bill, extending uncertainty as lawmakers debate issuer eligibility and the central bank’s role.
Japan Moves to Shift Crypto Oversight from Payments Law to Securities Framework
Japan plans to transition crypto regulation from the Payment Services Act to the securities-focused Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.
Circle Gains ADGM License as UAE Expands Regulated Digital Asset Framework
Circle secured a Financial Services Permission license from Abu Dhabi Global Market, strengthening its position in the Middle East as the UAE accelerates the development of…
Argentina Eyes Crypto Integration for Banking Sector
Argentina's central bank is reportedly drafting rules to permit traditional banks to offer cryptocurrency trading and custody.
Binance Secures Landmark Global License under ADGM Framework
Binance has become the first crypto exchange to obtain a global license under Abu Dhabi Global Market’s regulatory framework, marking a significant shift in digital-asset oversight.
EU Plan Expands ESMA Authority over Crypto and Capital Markets
The European Commission has proposed expanding ESMA’s supervisory powers over crypto firms and key market infrastructure as the bloc seeks to streamline oversight and close competitiveness…
UK Formally Recognizes Crypto as Distinct Category of Property
The UK has enacted legislation that formally designizes digital assets as a separate category of property, providing stronger legal clarity for ownership, recovery, and litigation involving…
European Banks Form qivalis to Launch Euro-Pegged Stablecoin
A consortium of 10 major European banks has created a new company, qivalis, to develop a euro-based stablecoin aimed at strengthening Europe’s position in digital payments.
Poland’s President Blocks Crypto Asset Bill amid Regulatory and Market Tensions
Poland’s president vetoed legislation intended to align the country with EU crypto-asset rules, setting up a regulatory gap.
Bitnomial Prepares Rollout of First CFTC-Regulated Spot Crypto Market
Bitnomial is set to introduce the first CFTC-regulated spot crypto market in the United States after its self-certified rules took effect.