Crypto Regulation

Highlights: Paul Atkins has taken over as SEC Chair after the recent Senate confirmation. The SEC is now reviewing over 70 crypto ETF filings as Atkins takes over from Uyeda. Atkins agreed to divest from crypto firms after disclosing $6 […]

Highlights: Binance now requires all Indian users to complete KYC re-verification using their PAN details. The new rule follows a push to improve checks on crypto platforms and prevent financial crime. Binance aims to improve user safety and comply with […]

Highlights: The SEC will hold a four-hour crypto custody roundtable with experts from leading firms. Key speakers from Fireblocks, Anchorage, Kraken, and others will join two sessions on digital asset custody. The SEC will continue with public talks as it […]

Highlights: Italy warns that US dollar stablecoins pose a bigger risk to Europe than trade tariffs.  The EU is working on a digital euro to reduce its reliance on foreign-backed digital assets. US lawmakers are pushing new rules for stablecoins […]

Highlights: South Korea banned 14 unregistered crypto exchange apps on Apple’s App Store. KuCoin, MEXC, and others faced restrictions due to non-compliance with local regulations. Crypto exchange users in South Korea exceeded 16 million as of March 2025. South Korean […]

Highlights: A new Senate bill will set emissions limits for large data centers and crypto miners based on regional power grids. Companies are facing rising costs if they exceed carbon targets, with penalties starting at twenty dollars per ton. Crypto […]

Highlights: Japan’s FSA proposes two crypto asset categories to improve oversight and tailor regulations. Business crypto assets will face stricter disclosure, while Bitcoin and Ethereum fall under non-business crypto assets. A new legal framework is expected by 2026, aligning crypto […]

Highlights: The SEC has dropped its case against Nova Labs over the Helium tokens HNT, MOBILE, and IOT. Nova Labs paid a penalty to settle claims about misleading fundraising details. New SEC leadership has also ended several other crypto cases […]

Highlights: The SEC has approved options trading for Ethereum spot ETFs in the market. Nasdaq will offer options with contract limits to help reduce market risks. More crypto ETF applications are under review and may be approved in the near […]

Highlights: Thailand passes new laws to stop online crimes using crypto and targets foreign peer-to-peer platforms. New rules hold banks and tech firms responsible if they fail to stop crypto-related online scams. Crypto firms must report scam-linked activity and suspend […]

Highlights: Hong Kong will allow licensed platforms to offer staking services under strict rules. Platforms must get approval before offering services and must keep full control of staked assets. Virtual asset funds can participate in staking through licensed platforms. The […]

Highlights: South Korea may allow foreign investors to trade crypto if exchanges follow anti-money laundering rules. New rules could bring more liquidity to the crypto market and reduce restrictions on foreign traders. Authorities are focusing on strong anti-money laundering measures […]