Browsing: Regulation

The first half of 2025 has seen a significant increase in altcoin ETF applications to the SEC, signaling a shift in regulatory optimism and potential institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ether.

Exploring how blockchain technology could tackle the $50 billion annual issue of food fraud, enhancing transparency and trust in global supply chains.

The US Senate’s advancement of the GENIUS Act marks a turning point in stablecoin regulation, overcoming significant institutional opposition.

The US Senate has passed the GENIUS Act, a bill aimed at regulating stablecoins, amidst concerns over its potential impact on the Treasury markets and the broader US monetary system.

Circle’s USDC stablecoin is set to become eligible collateral for US futures trading, marking a significant milestone in the integration of digital currencies into traditional financial markets.

3iQ introduces a new XRP-focused ETF on the Toronto Stock Exchange, offering investors exposure to the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, with Ripple as an early investor.

The GENIUS Act’s passage in the US Senate marks a pivotal step towards stablecoin adoption by financial institutions, setting the stage for clearer regulations and broader use in payments and settlements.

Leading Chinese Bitcoin ASIC manufacturers are moving production to the US in response to tariffs, marking a pivotal shift in the global cryptocurrency mining landscape.

JD.com announces global stablecoin licensing push to transform cross-border payments, coinciding with US GENIUS Act passage.

A significant security breach at Nobitex, an Iranian cryptocurrency exchange, has resulted in the loss of over $73 million, highlighting the sophisticated methods employed by cybercriminals.

Genius Group, a Nasdaq-listed AI education company, has increased its Bitcoin treasury by 52%, reaffirming its goal to hold 1,000 BTC, following a favorable court ruling.

Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky has been ruled ineligible for any assets from the Celsius bankruptcy estate, prioritizing creditor restitution in a significant court agreement.

Gemini Trust accuses the CFTC’s enforcement division of using a false whistleblower report to file a 2022 lawsuit, alleging career-driven motives behind the regulatory action.

X’s suspension of over 20 crypto-related accounts, including Pump.fun and its founder, sparks speculation and concern within the crypto community.

Thailand introduces a five-year tax break for cryptocurrency transactions, aiming to boost its economy and position itself as a global financial hub.

Arthur Hayes, founder of BitMEX, cautions against the hype surrounding new stablecoin IPOs, predicting a bubble that will leave many investors with overvalued assets.

Venture capital firm Paradigm has filed an amicus brief in the Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm’s case, emphasizing the need for jury clarity on the definition of operating a money-transmitting business, with potential wide-ranging implications for the crypto and fintech industries.

Optimism announces its Season 8 governance revamp, aiming for greater decentralization and reduced platform risk through inclusive stakeholder voting and streamlined proposal processes.

Optimism announces its Season 8 governance revamp, aiming for greater decentralization and reduced platform risk through inclusive stakeholder voting and streamlined proposal processes.

Exploring the complexities of ensuring a 1:1 peg in tokenized real-world assets, this article delves into the legal, financial, and technological foundations shaping the future of RWAs in the cryptocurrency market.