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Canada’s investment watchdog rolls out crypto custody rules to avoid another QuadrigaCX
3.2.2026
CIRO’s new digital asset custody framework takes effect immediately, raising standards for crypto trading platforms as regulators push to reduce investor risk
Hints of progress: State of Crypto
1.2.2026
The White House is meeting folks, Congress advanced a bill and key regulators are back to joint press appearances
DeFi stays outside the rules as regulators tighten elsewhere: Finance Redefined
30.1.2026
Europe narrows crypto tax gaps, US lawmakers revisit market structure, and institutions push DeFi into compliance territory
Hong Kong regulators to submit draft bill for crypto framework in 2026
30.1.2026
An official said that Hong Kong authorities would work on a draft framework, and had begun processing license applications for stablecoin issuers and addressing crypto taxes
Wall Street giants push back on exemptions for tokenized securities in SEC meeting
28.1.2026
Executives and industry groups pressed regulators to apply traditional securities rules to blockchain-based trading, pushing back on exemptions even as DeFi enters the debate
Banks fear stablecoin ‘bank run,’ regulators see limited impact
28.1.2026
Banks warn stablecoins could siphon deposits from the banking system, but policy and regulatory experts say there’s little evidence of it happening yet
Stablecoins seen as ‘the default’ for payments as OKX brings crypto card to Europe
28.1.2026
With EU banks exploring stablecoin issuance and regulators laying ground rules, OKX says its card marks a turning point in crypto’s integration into everyday finance
SEC, CFTC to push united crypto work now that they both have Trump-appointed heads
22.1.2026
The two U.S. markets regulators will have a joint event to highlight their unified crypto agenda, following the arrival of permanent CFTC chief Mike Selig
Crypto’s next battle is privacy, but regulators face chicken-egg dilemma
21.1.2026
Crypto’s move into banks and state-backed systems is accelerating a clash between financial privacy and public ledger design, said Aleo’s Yaya Fanusie
Bank of Italy economist sends out warning on Ethereum's role in financial system
13.1.2026
The study suggests that Ethereum's role in financial systems makes its token economics a concern for regulators, who may need to consider safeguards for its use in regulated finance
Kalshi, Polymarket and Crypto.com Receive Cease-and-Desist Letters From Tennessee Regulators
12.1.2026
Tennessee has issued cease-and-desist letters to Crypto.com and two of the biggest prediction market platforms, requesting the companies to shut down services for customers in the state. Regulatory Concerns Prompt State Regulators To Threaten Firms With Fines for Failure to Comply With Demands...
A few Republicans have crypto's destiny in their hands at the SEC, CFTC
5.1.2026
After holiday leadership shifts, the two U.S. markets regulators — the SEC and CFTC — are now run only by pro-crypto Republicans, with Congress still debating
South Korea’s long-awaited crypto law stalls over who can issue stablecoins
30.12.2025
The Digital Asset Basic Act is stalled as regulators clash over who should be allowed to issue won-pegged stablecoins, extending uncertainty in one of Asia’s most active crypto markets
Hong Kong Regulators Target 2026 Legislation for Virtual Asset Dealer and Custodian Rules
25.12.2025
The FSTB and SFC concluded consultations on virtual regimes and plan to introduce new bill to LegCo next year
Hong Kong Regulators Move Forward With Crypto Licensing Frameworks
25.12.2025
The Hong Kong SFC and FSTB publish consultation results and launch a new review of advisory and management regimes for virtual‑asset service providers. Hong Kong’s Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) announced on 24 December 2025 that...
ECB gains backing from Council of EU for caps on digital euro holdings
23.12.2025
Concerned that a CBDC will drain funds from traditional banks, regulators are considering caps on how much digital euro citizens can hold to ensure it's purely for payments
Pro Crypto US Regulators Form ‘Dream Team’ as SEC–CFTC Alignment Builds Breakout Pressure
23.12.2025
Crypto market optimism is surging as unified SEC and CFTC leadership points to clear rules, lighter friction, and stronger U.S. backing, accelerating expectations for institutional adoption and a decisive regulatory turning point for digital assets. Digital Asset Sentiment Rises With SEC and CFTC...
Palmer Luckey’s Erebor hits $4.3B valuation as regulators advance bank charter
22.12.2025
Luckey-backed Erebor raised $350 million at a $4.35 billion valuation as OCC and FDIC approvals signal momentum for crypto- and AI-focused banking
CFTC's acting chief Pham poised to go to crypto firm MoonPay once Mike Selig lands
18.12.2025
The leader of the derivatives regulator is planning to join the crypto industry as the CFTC and other federal regulators work on policies to benefit the sector
Coinbase gets nod from Indian regulators to acquire CoinDCX stake
17.12.2025
The regulatory approval followed an October notice from Coinbase saying that the exchange would be investing an undisclosed amount into the Indian exchange