South Korea Orders Blocks on 27 Crypto Sites, Including KuCoin
South Korea has approved blocks on 27 unregistered crypto websites, including KuCoin, MEXC and BingX, with guidance planned for users facing withdrawal problems.
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CLARITY Act covers the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and its potential impact on cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, bringing together news, analysis, and explainers on the legislation’s progress, political debate, and implementation. Coverage focuses on the proposed division of authority between the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, regulatory requirements for crypto exchanges and intermediaries, digital asset classifications, consumer protections, and the wider implications for blockchain companies, investors, and institutional adoption. The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3633 in July 2025, while debate over a broader federal digital asset market structure framework has continued.
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Jeonbuk Bank Makes Bitcoin-Backed Corporate Loan in South Korea
South Korea’s Jeonbuk Bank has completed a Bitcoin-backed corporate loan pilot, with specialist custody and a court-based recovery structure.
Kraken Plans UAE Launch Within Weeks After Full VARA Approval
Kraken plans a UAE rollout with dirham funding, crypto trading and xStocks after Payward secured full approval from Dubai’s virtual-asset regulator.
Binance Faces DOJ Review of $4.3B Settlement Amid Iran Probe
U.S. prosecutors are reviewing Binance’s 2023 settlement compliance amid an Iran sanctions probe, but no breach finding has been announced.
Blockchain.com Seeks CFTC Approval for Prediction Markets
Blockchain.com has applied for US exchange and brokerage registrations to offer event contracts and crypto derivatives, expanding beyond its international integrations.
Bessent Says US May Seize $1 Billion in Iran-Linked Crypto
Scott Bessent said US authorities could seize $1 billion in Iran-linked crypto this week, without identifying the tokens, wallets or legal process involved.
Nasdaq CEO Says Tokenization Could Free Tens of Billions in Capital
Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman says tokenization could free tens of billions in collateral as institutions build infrastructure for always-on markets.
ESMA Sets Three-Month Exit Deadline for Non-Compliant Stablecoins
EU crypto platforms must block new exposure to non-compliant stablecoins, with existing holdings to be resolved by January 8 under ESMA’s guidance.
South Africa’s FNB Launches Crypto Trading With Five Assets
South Africa’s FNB now offers five crypto assets from R10 through its investment platform with VALR, but customers cannot transfer tokens in or out.
Hyperliquid Labs’ Singapore Base Raises MAS Oversight Questions
Hyperliquid Labs’ Singapore base is separate from the blockchain’s regulatory status, as FT reporting examines MAS oversight and Bloomberg adds perpetual prices.