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.
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The Regulated DeFi topic examines the growing convergence between decentralized finance and traditional regulatory frameworks. This section covers compliance-ready DeFi protocols, KYC-enabled liquidity pools, institutional-grade lending platforms, permissioned blockchains, and the integration of regulatory standards into on-chain financial products. It highlights developments in global policy, licensing, risk management, and the emergence of frameworks that allow institutions to participate safely in DeFi markets. Readers gain insights into how regulated DeFi is creating a bridge between open blockchain systems and institutional finance, enabling broader adoption and secure, compliant on-chain activity.
Latest Regulated DeFi News
Ethereum Transactions Set New Record, Surpassing 2021 NFT Peak
Ethereum ended 2025 with a record level of daily transactions, exceeding activity seen during the 2021 NFT boom as network upgrades and institutional use cases gained…
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.
Bitwise Seeks SEC Approval for 11 Single-Token Strategy Crypto ETFs
Bitwise has filed with the US SEC to launch 11 single-token strategy crypto ETFs, targeting major altcoins and expanding regulated access beyond Bitcoin and Ether.
Japan’s Crypto Tax Cut Advances with Narrow Asset Scope
Japan is moving closer to a flat 20% crypto tax rate under its 2026 reform plan, though the lower levy will apply only to assets deemed…
California Billionaire Tax Plan Faces Pushback from Crypto Industry
A proposed California wealth tax targeting billionaires has drawn criticism from crypto founders and investors, who warn it could accelerate capital flight and undermine innovation.
Crypto Mergers and Acquisitions Reach Record $8.6 Billion in 2025
Crypto industry mergers and acquisitions hit a record $8.6 billion in 2025, driven by large strategic deals and a more supportive regulatory backdrop.
Hong Kong Advances Licensing Framework for Crypto Trading and Custody
Hong Kong regulators have finalized licensing rules for crypto trading and custody providers, aligning oversight more closely with traditional securities regulation while launching a new consultation…
HashKey Capital Secures $250 Million First Close for Fourth Crypto Fund
HashKey Capital has raised $250 million in commitments for the first close of its fourth crypto-focused fund, citing sustained institutional interest despite tightening liquidity and volatile…
Former FTX US President Raises $35 Million for Traditional-Asset Perpetuals Exchange
Brett Harrison has raised $35 million for Architect Financial Technologies as the firm builds a regulated perpetual futures exchange focused on traditional financial assets outside the…