Browsing: Digital Assets

The UK has lifted its ban on crypto exchange-traded notes, allowing retail investors regulated access through FCA-approved exchanges, with tax incentives and predictions of up to 20% market growth.

Amid the US government shutdown, digital asset market structure legislation faces delays, impacting regulatory clarity and institutional confidence in cryptocurrencies, with global comparisons highlighting the need for stable frameworks.

The US Senate confirms Treasury official Jonathan McKernan amid an ongoing government shutdown that paralyzes regulatory functions and delays cryptocurrency legislation, while institutional interest in Bitcoin demonstrates resilience despite political chaos.

Cryptocurrency’s growing influence in US politics, regulatory shifts from government shutdowns, and institutional adoption are shaping market dynamics, with expert predictions highlighting a neutral outlook amid evolving global frameworks.

MicroStrategy reports $3.9 billion in unrealized Bitcoin gains for Q3 2025 but pauses its traditional buying spree amid a new all-time high of $125,000, signaling a strategic shift in corporate Bitcoin strategy and its implications for market dynamics.

Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is driving a pro-growth agenda that could boost crypto markets, with institutional expansions and regulatory reforms fueling optimism in digital assets.

Vietnam’s crypto trading pilot receives zero applications due to stringent $379 million capital requirements and bans on stablecoins, highlighting regulatory barriers in a market ranked fourth globally for crypto adoption.

Bitcoin demonstrates remarkable resilience during the US government shutdown, with institutional demand and macroeconomic factors supporting its role as a hedge against political uncertainty while technical analysis reveals critical price levels that could determine near-term market direction.

Walmart-owned OnePay banking app plans to launch Bitcoin and Ether trading later this year, positioning itself as America’s answer to China’s WeChat superapp amid a heated race for integrated financial dominance.

Key U.S. financial regulators are undergoing leadership transitions that could significantly impact cryptocurrency oversight, with Travis Hill nominated to lead the FDIC, ongoing uncertainty at the CFTC, and Adrienne Harris stepping down from NYDFS amid updated crypto insolvency guidance.

The US Senate Finance Committee’s hearing on cryptocurrency taxation and recent IRS guidance on corporate tax relief highlight ongoing efforts to adapt regulations for digital assets, with implications for market stability and institutional participation.

CoinShares acquires Bastion Asset Management to launch actively managed crypto ETFs in the US, responding to rising institutional demand and regulatory shifts that favor sophisticated investment strategies.

In 2025, US crypto companies are ramping up domestic hiring due to regulatory clarity from laws like the Genius Act, reversing talent flight and shifting demand to commercial roles, though challenges in tax policy and political resistance persist.

New York’s financial regulator updates crypto insolvency guidance amid leadership changes, while political shifts and global regulatory trends shape the future of digital asset oversight and institutional adoption.

Wisconsin’s proposed legislation to exempt crypto businesses from money transmitter licenses represents a significant state-level regulatory development, occurring alongside broader federal efforts to establish comprehensive digital asset market structure frameworks through bipartisan collaboration.

The SEC and CFTC’s joint roundtable on regulatory harmonization signals a pivotal shift in U.S. crypto oversight, addressing leadership uncertainties and technological innovations while fostering institutional adoption amid global regulatory trends.

Massachusetts considers a Bitcoin reserve bill amid political hurdles, while federal efforts advance with the BITCOIN Act, reflecting growing institutional crypto adoption despite partisan divides and security challenges.

Adrienne Harris steps down as NYDFS superintendent, with Kaitlin Asrow taking over amid evolving crypto regulations, impacting firms and market stability.

A potential US government shutdown threatens to delay crucial cryptocurrency market structure legislation, exacerbating regulatory uncertainties amid ongoing partisan divisions and global digital asset integration efforts.

Moody’s report warns that the stablecoin boom risks ‘cryptoization’ in emerging markets due to fragmented regulations, threatening monetary policy and bank stability, while global efforts like MiCA and the GENIUS Act aim to balance innovation with oversight.