Author: Chris Smith
Ripple Gains Key EU License from Luxembourg Regulator
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRipple received final approval on Monday from Luxembourg’s financial authority for a full Electronic Money Institution license.
US Sanctions Crypto Exchanges for Alleged Ties to Iranian Terror Financing
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTwo cryptocurrency exchanges registered in the United Kingdom have become the first digital asset platforms blacklisted under US sanctions targeting Iran’s financial sector.
January Sees $370 Million Crypto Heist, Marking a Sharp Annual Increase
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn January, exploits and scams led to the theft of $370.3 million in digital assets.
Crypto-Friendly Pick Kevin Warsh Nominated to Lead Federal Reserve
Reading Time: < 1 minutePresident Donald Trump has selected former Fed governor Kevin Warsh as his nominee for Federal Reserve Chairman.
Base Network Captures Dominant Stablecoin Volume, but Supply Growth Stalls Post-Shock
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA new report from ARK Invest reveals a shifting stablecoin landscape in Q4 2025, where transaction activity surged on specific networks while overall supply growth stagnated following an October market shock.
CFTC, SEC Declare End to ‘Turf War’ with Unified ‘Project Crypto’
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a move signaling a major policy shift, the CFTC and SEC are partnering on “Project Crypto” to overhaul rules for digital assets.
UAE Central Bank Registers First Approved US Dollar Stablecoin
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUniversal Digital Intl Limited has launched what it identifies as the first US dollar stablecoin sanctioned by the United Arab Emirates.
SEC Provides Clarity on Tokenized Securities Under Federal Law
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Securities and Exchange Commission is working to provide clarity around the emerging category of tokenized securities.
South Korean Regulator Advocates Stakes Cap for Crypto Exchanges
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a significant policy development, South Korea’s chief financial regulator has endorsed placing ownership ceilings on cryptocurrency exchanges.
South Dakota Legislator Proposes State Bitcoin Investment Bill
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA South Dakota legislator has filed a new bill to enable the state to invest public funds in Bitcoin, renewing a legislative push that was unsuccessful last year.
PayPal Data Shows Crypto Checkout Acceptance Rising Among US Businesses
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAccording to a recent survey cited by PayPal, approximately 40% of merchants in the US now accept cryptocurrency for point-of-sale payments.
Tether & Oobit Launch Digital Dollar Assault on US Payments Market, Targeting PayPal and Stripe
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn a major move to dominate the American digital payments landscape, Tether’s new US-regulated stablecoin, USA₮, is now live for everyday spending.
Russia Labels WhiteBIT as ‘Undesirable,’ Banning Crypto Exchange
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRussia has declared the crypto exchange WhiteBIT an “undesirable” organization, effectively prohibiting its operations within the country.
Valour Brings Bitcoin and Ether ETPs to UK Retail Investors
Reading Time: < 1 minuteValour, a subsidiary of DeFi Technologies, is now offering cryptocurrency exchange-traded products to retail investors in the UK via the London Stock Exchange.
Digital Asset Funds See Largest Weekly Exodus Since Late 2025
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDigital asset investment products witnessed their most significant weekly capital withdrawals since mid-November 2025, with total outflows reaching US$1.73 billion.
SEC Seeks Dismissal of Gemini Lawsuit After Investors Made Whole
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS regulators have moved to drop their civil case against Gemini Trust Company regarding its Earn product.
First Crypto ETFs in Japan Slated for 2028 Launch
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAuthorities in Japan are preparing to approve the nation’s first cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds as soon as 2028.
Binance Files for MiCA Approval in Greece Amid EU-Wide Regulatory Crackdown
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCrypto exchange Binance has applied for a license in Greece under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), positioning itself to meet the bloc’s fast-approaching compliance deadlines.
Hot Wallets vs Paper Wallets vs Hardware Wallets: A Complete Guide
Reading Time: 4 minutesBeing aware of these differences is essential for protecting your investment while maintaining the accessibility you need.
Vietnam Commences Licensing for Crypto Exchanges with High Capital Mandate
Reading Time: < 1 minuteVietnam has initiated the application process for licensed cryptocurrency trading platforms.
Nasdaq Seeks Parity, Files to Scrap Crypto Options Limits
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA new filing from the US exchange Nasdaq proposes removing position limits on options tied to spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs.
Thai Regulator Readies Framework for Crypto ETFs and Futures
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNew regulations supporting crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), futures, and tokenized products are in development by Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission.
Grayscale Files for US-Listed NEAR ETF Conversion
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a new regulatory step, Grayscale has filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to transform its NEAR Protocol Trust into an exchange-traded fund.
Hong Kong Aims to Grant First Stablecoin Licenses by End of March
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHong Kong’s financial chief has announced the city plans to grant its first stablecoin licenses before the end of the first quarter.
Saylor’s Strategy Bolsters Bitcoin Holdings with $2.13 Billion Purchase
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMichael Saylor’s company Strategy has significantly increased its Bitcoin holdings, purchasing approximately $2.13 billion worth of the cryptocurrency over an eight-day period.
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