Regulations

Highlights: CIRO introduces rules to prevent losses from hacking, fraud, and poor management. Framework uses four tiers, setting limits based on capital, insurance, and oversight. Canada plans full stablecoin rules, aiming for faster, safer, and cheaper payments nationwide. Canada’s investment […]

Highlights: The European Commission has warned twelve EU countries for not applying crypto tax rules. These nations have been given two months to fix the gaps or face legal action. The new directive requires exchanges to share transaction data to […]

Highlights: Hong Kong has started issuing stablecoin licenses, and applications are being checked now. Christopher Hui said full rules for virtual assets will come this year. By 2028, cross-border tax reporting will make crypto transactions more transparent. Hong Kong has […]

Highlights: The US SEC has released new guidance targeting different categories of tokenized securities. The move is targeted towards educating market participants on how these securities are treated under current rules.  The two broad categories of tokenized securities were those […]

Highlights: ASIC flags regulatory gaps in fast-growing fintech sectors, especially digital assets. The regulator warns consumers face risks from unlicensed crypto, payments, and artificial intelligence firms. ASIC urges the government to bring new services under existing regulatory frameworks. Australia’s main […]

Highlights: Japan plans to approve its first crypto ETFs in 2028, strengthening markets. Nomura and SBI are expected to lead Japan’s crypto ETF launches on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.  Hong Kong and South Korea advance crypto ETFs, increasing pressure on […]

Highlights: Banking Committee delays crypto bill weeks while lawmakers prioritize rising housing cost pressures. Agriculture Committee releases separate draft after failing to reach bipartisan policy agreement. Split committee approaches increase uncertainty around timing and final crypto legislation approval. The United […]

Highlights: South Korea breaks a major money laundering ring using crypto and local banks. Three suspects face legal action for violating foreign exchange laws. 2025 probe finds 97% of companies involved in illegal 2.2 trillion won transfers. South Korean customs […]

Highlights: Russia has introduced mandatory transaction reporting for commercial banks. The new rules will apply to crypto and non-crypto-related transactions. Banks must also report the mechanisms and sources of funds for cross-border transfers.  Russia’s central bank is planning to roll […]

Highlights: Russia has revealed new plans to integrate cryptocurrency into citizens’ daily lives with a new bill. The new bill aims to remove cryptocurrencies from special rules, limiting their use. Professional and ordinary investors will be allowed to participate in […]

Highlights: Ripple secures FCA approval for UK branch, allowing electronic money and payment services. Ripple Markets UK registration may affect stablecoin Ripple USD and future crypto offerings. Some Ripple services still need FCA consent before launching to retail clients or […]

Highlights: UK crypto firms must get FCA approval before the new rules start. Application window expected September 2026, with firms required to have full authorization before launch. Late firms can keep contracts, but cannot start new UK services. Financial authorities […]