Regulations

Highlights: CFTC named the first members of its Innovation Task Force to guide emerging technology regulation. The group will help shape clearer rules for crypto, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and prediction markets. Officials said the task force aims to support responsible […]

Highlights: Japan approved a bill to classify cryptocurrencies as financial instruments under securities law. The proposal shifts crypto oversight from payment rules to investment-focused regulation in Japan. It also adds annual disclosures, insider trading bans, and tougher penalties for rule […]

Highlights: Brian Armstrong backed Scott Bessent’s call to push the CLARITY Act forward in Congress. Bessent said clear crypto rules are needed to keep innovation and investment in the United States. Their public support shows growing alignment between Washington and […]

Highlights: SEC crypto safe harbor proposal has entered White House review before formal public release. The plan outlines three exemptions to give crypto projects clearer fundraising and compliance rules. Atkins said lasting crypto clarity may still require support from Congress […]

Highlights: Cambodia’s parliament approved its first anti-scam law to target online fraud and related crimes. The law sets prison terms and fines for scam operators, recruiters, and money launderers. The move follows rising global pressure and fresh sanctions tied to […]

Highlights: Australia passed a crypto bill requiring exchanges and custody firms to obtain an AFSL licence. The new framework gives ASIC stronger powers over custody, disclosure, settlement, and platform conduct. Smaller firms get exemptions, while the full crypto framework will […]

Highlights: Pierre Rochard warned U.S. regulators that unclear Basel rules could leave Bitcoin banking in dangerous uncertainty. He said banks may avoid Bitcoin services if regulators do not clearly explain capital treatment. Rochard urged regulators to address Bitcoin directly before […]

Highlights: Donald Trump at FII PRIORITY Miami says the US aims to become a Bitcoin superpower and lead the global crypto industry. He highlights stablecoin rules under the GENIUS Act and warns against political and banking influence. Trump stresses the […]

Highlights: Australia’s Federal Court fined Binance Australia Derivatives A$10 million over major client onboarding failures. Binance admits it wrongly classified 524 retail users as wholesale crypto derivatives clients. Those users lost more than A$12 million without proper protections or dispute […]

Highlights: David Sacks left the White House crypto and AI role after reaching the legal time limit. He will stay involved in technology policy as co-chair of the PCAST council. The policy direction for crypto may stay stable despite his […]

Highlights: Brazil passed a new anti-crime law that expands crypto seizure and freezing powers. Judges can block transfers, limit exchange access, and manage seized digital assets faster. The law increases prison terms and strengthens action against violent criminal gangs. Brazil […]

Highlights: Ethereum slips as rising trading volumes point to caution, not panic Geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment, but de-escalation hopes limit downside Regulatory easing and staking could push Ether higher despite short-term pressure Ethereum (ETH) has made a slight correction […]