End of Era? Canada Proposes Nationwide Ban on Crypto ATMs
Canada, the birthplace of the Bitcoin ATM, is moving to ban the machines entirely. Citing their role as a "primary method" for fraud and money laundering,…
Regulated DeFi - Page 9
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
Polymarket Pushes for Direct US Access in High-Stakes CFTC Negotiations
Polymarket is in active discussions with the CFTC to lift the 2022 prohibition on US users, aiming to merge its massive international liquidity with its regulated…
Telegram’s TON Tech Launches AI Agents for Autonomous DeFi and Trading
TON Tech has introduced AI-powered agents to the Telegram ecosystem, enabling users to automate swaps, staking, and portfolio management directly on the TON blockchain.
Visa and WeFi Team Up to Bridge Last Half Mile of Onchain Banking
Visa is partnering with WeFi, co-founded by Reeve Collins, to integrate decentralized finance with regulated payment rails, bringing IBANs and stablecoin payments to the under-banked.
Circle Ventures and Consensys Support Aave Recovery Initiative
Circle Ventures has acquired AAVE tokens to join the DeFi United recovery effort following the April 18 rsETH exploit, alongside a 30,000 ETH commitment from Consensys.
DeFi Hacks Hit $800M in 2026 as April Sets Record Losses
The DeFi sector is facing a deepening security crisis after nearly $800 million in losses this year, with April alone accounting for the majority.
Coinbase Launches Crypto-Backed Loans in UK amid FCA Regulatory Push
Coinbase has rolled out crypto-backed USDC loans in the UK, allowing users to borrow against Bitcoin and Ether as regulators move toward a full crypto framework.
US Banks Push Back on White House Stablecoin Yield Analysis
The American Bankers Association disputes a White House report on stablecoin yields, warning that allowing interest-bearing stablecoins could drain deposits from smaller banks.
Canary Capital Files for Spot PEPE ETF amid Growing Altcoin Interest
Canary Capital has filed for a US-based spot PEPE ETF, signaling growing institutional interest in memecoins despite volatility risks.
South Korea Moves to Regulate RWAs and Stablecoins Under Existing Laws
South Korea plans to bring tokenized real-world assets and stablecoins under existing financial frameworks, signaling a major step toward regulatory clarity.