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.
Kalshi Wins Temporary Pause on Connecticut Enforcement
A federal judge granted Kalshi temporary relief from Connecticut regulators, halting enforcement actions as the company challenges state claims that its markets constitute illegal gambling.
ASIC Broadens Stablecoin Relief for Intermediaries
Australia’s ASIC expands licensing and custody exemptions for stablecoin and wrapped token intermediaries, aiming to foster digital asset innovation and operational efficiency.
Tether Wins Abu Dhabi Approval to Expand USDT Across Nine Blockchains
Abu Dhabi’s financial regulator authorized licensed firms in ADGM to support USDT across nine additional blockchains, expanding the stablecoin’s regulated presence.
Saylor Says Strategy Won’t Issue Preferred Equity in Japan for 12 Months
Michael Saylor said Strategy has no plans to issue perpetual preferred equity in Japan over the next year, giving Metaplanet time to advance its own digital credit offerings.
HashKey Seeks Up to $215 Million in Hong Kong IPO as Digital Asset Regulation Advances
HashKey launched its Hong Kong initial public offering, aiming to raise up to $215 million as the company expands its infrastructure, product capabilities and regional market reach.
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 a regulated digital asset ecosystem.
Robinhood Expands Fee Tiers, Boosts Leverage for Altcoin Futures
Robinhood is rolling out lower fees for high-volume US traders and expanding leveraged altcoin futures access in the EU as it targets more sophisticated crypto users.
US Spot XRP ETFs Extend 15-Day Inflow Streak Toward $1 Billion
US spot XRP ETFs have logged 15 consecutive days of inflows and are approaching $1 billion in net investments, supported by renewed institutional confidence following regulatory clarity.
BlackRock Files for Staked Ethereum ETF
BlackRock has submitted an SEC filing for a staked Ethereum ETF, signaling a shift in regulatory attitudes toward staking products under new agency leadership.
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.
Coinbase Reopens India Signups as Exchange Plans Fiat Return in 2026
Coinbase has reopened user onboarding in India after a two-year freeze, restoring crypto-to-crypto trading and planning a fiat on-ramp in 2026 as regulatory engagement improves.
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.
Polymarket Plans In-House Trading Desk That Will Take Opposite Side of User Trades
Polymarket is preparing an internal market-making desk that would trade against its users as the platform relaunches in the US.
BitGo Expands Custody Offering to Include IOTA
BitGo integrates IOTA into its custody services, enabling compliant, insured institutional access and liquidity solutions for the growing digital asset ecosystem.
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