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Crypto World Petitions Trump to Push Quintenz's CFTC Nomination in Ongoing Saga
20.8.2025
The industry is now openly urging the confirmation process that was delayed by the White House for the CFTC leadership that will be key to digital assets regulation
'Like Ordering McDonald's:' Malta's MiCA Fast-Track Draws Oversight Concerns
30.6.2025
Some people think Malta is nimble and innovative when it comes to regulation. But others see a fast track to regulatory arbitrage
Will Crypto Values Survive the Regulatory Wave?
6.5.2025
Ahead of the People’s Regulatory Roundtable at Consensus 2025, six leading crypto lawyers discuss whether core crypto principles, like decentralization and privacy, will be included in upcoming legislation and regulation
Tokenized Funds' Rapid Growth Comes With Red Flags: Moody's
9.4.2025
The credit agency highlighted concerns over operational fragility, blockchain vulnerabilities and patchy regulation
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on the New Crypto Task Force
15.3.2025
The longtime SEC commissioner explains how she wants to reshape the agency's approach to digital assets regulation
Japanese Energy Firm Remixpoint Boosts Crypto Holdings More Than 8,000% in 9 Months
14.2.2025
The firm’s shares surged after Donald Trump’s election victory as a result of the positive outlook for cryptocurrency regulation
SEC Forms New Crypto Task Force Spearheaded by Hester Peirce
21.1.2025
In a Tuesday announcement, the SEC admitted it “can do better” when it comes to crypto regulation
Ripple CLO Lambasts Gary Gensler Amid SEC Legal Battle
22.5.2024
On May 22, Stuart Alderoty, Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, unleashed a scathing rebuke on Gary Gensler, the Chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for his mishandling of crypto asset regulation. Ripple CLO Tags Gensler as “Struggling Political Liability” Alderoty’s...
SEC Chair Gary Gensler Slams FIT2I, Cites “Immeasurable Risk” To Investors
22.5.2024
United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler released a statement Wednesday morning criticizing the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21), claiming it would present "immeasurable risk" to investors and markets. Gensler's commentary comes...
Blockchain Association Sends Letter To Reps. Mike Johnson And Hakeem Jeffries Urging FIT21 House Vote
20.5.2024
The Blockchain Association is urging a full House floor vote of the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21), a Monday letter from the crypto advocacy group to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reveals. News of the letter comes on the heels...
Top Chinese Law Firm Analyzes Digital Yuan AML Challenges
29.4.2024
JunHe Law Firm Partner Chen Xin issues report to explore anti-money laundering challenges, opportunities and solutions in China's CBDC digital yuan deployment and regulation.
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Coinbase Legal Chief Pushes For Stablecoin Regulation
9.4.2024
Paul Grewal, the legal chief at Coinbase, encouraged the US Congress to quickly pass stablecoin legislation on April 9 in order to combat the illegal usage of cryptocurrencies. Paul Grewal's plea coincides with the Senate Banking trial on combating terrorism, illicit financing, and sanctions...
President Biden Proposes Crypto Mining Tax and Wash Sale Rule in 2025 Budget Proposal
11.3.2024
President Biden's 2025 budget proposal aims to introduce a crypto mining tax and close the wash sale loophole for digital assets. The move faces opposition from House Republicans, who criticize the administration's spending. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the outcome could shape the future...
Behnam Reiterates Call for Congressional Action on Crypto Regulation During House Committee Hearing
6.3.2024
Rostin Behnam, Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has reiterated his call for Congress to pass legislation clarifying cryptocurrency regulation. The call for congressional action was presented during Wednesday's hearing before the House Agriculture Committee.
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Russia FATF Rating Downgraded Due to ‘Insufficient Crypto Regulation’
1.3.2024
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has downgraded Russia’s compliance rating due to its “insufficient regulation of virtual assets and cryptocurrencies.”
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IRS Taps Binance.US, TaxBit Execs to Strengthen Crypto Tax Regulation Efforts
28.2.2024
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) said on Tuesday that it hired two crypto industry executives — Sulolit “Raj” Mukherjee and Seth Wilks — to aid in digital asset reporting, compliance, and enforcement programs.
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Edward Snowden Calls Bitcoin the “Most Significant Monetary Advance Since The Creation of Coinage”
19.2.2024
Whistleblower Edward Snowden ignited controversy with his claim that Bitcoin represents the most significant monetary advance since the creation of coinage. His views sparked heated debate surrounding Bitcoin's role in finance and its relationship to government regulation.
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Isle of Man Seeks Public Input in Effort To Tighten Crypto Assets Regulation
13.2.2024
The Isle of Man has rolled out a public consultation on possible crypto assets regulation to protect investors in the jurisdiction. In a Feb 13 release, financial authorities in the self-governing British Crown dependency sought models to expand its laws on crypto assets in line with global...
ESMA Seeks Feedback on Reverse Solicitation and Crypto Classification Under MiCA
30.1.2024
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the top regulator of the European Union’s financial markets, has opened a feedback window, on guideline under MiCA regulation. The Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA), which is due to take effect this year, is EU’s comprehensive...
IRS Halts Enforcement of $10K Crypto Tax Reporting Rule Pending Further Regulation
17.1.2024
Source: Adobe / dennizn The US Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have announced that businesses are not required to report the receipt of digital assets in the same manner as cash until specific regulations are issued. The decision by the two federal agencies comes in response...