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News related to cryptocurrency regulations in different countries.
EU Regulator ESMA Seeks Direct Control of Crypto Supervision in Power Consolidation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe European Union’s markets watchdog is moving to bring the cryptocurrency sector under its direct control, a significant power grab that would end the current era of national oversight.
Poland Rolls Out Red Tape for Crypto: Mandatory KNF Licensing Now Required
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDoing crypto business in Poland is about to become heavily regulated.
Turkey’s MASAK to Gain Sweeping Powers Over Crypto, Including Freezing Accounts and Blacklisting Wallets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a significant regulatory shift, Turkey is preparing to equip its financial crime unit, MASAK, with sweeping new powers over the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Transatlantic Alliance: US and UK Aim to Set Global Standard for Crypto Cooperation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US and UK are embarking on a new era of collaboration to shape cryptocurrency regulation.
South Korea Imposes Strict 20% Cap on Crypto Lending Rates
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) has banned leveraged crypto loans and capped lending interest rates at 20%.
US Regulators Greenlight Spot Crypto Trading on Major Exchanges
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a joint statement, the SEC and CFTC clarified that existing regulations allow major traditional exchanges like the NYSE, Nasdaq, and CME to list spot cryptocurrency trading products.
Illinois Enacts Stricter Crypto Oversight Laws for Exchanges and ATMs
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIllinois Governor JB Pritzker signed two bills into law on Monday, imposing tighter regulations on cryptocurrency businesses.
South Korea Halts Crypto Lending Pending New Regulations
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) has instructed cryptocurrency exchanges to suspend lending services until official guidelines are established.
CFTC Eyes Major Shift: Spot Crypto Trading on Futures Exchanges?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe CFTC is taking a big step toward spot crypto trading on futures platforms—a move that could reshape US crypto markets.
CFTC Kicks Off Rapid Crypto Rulemaking in Response to White House Report
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe CFTC has begun a fast-tracked regulatory push—dubbed a “crypto sprint”—to enact key cryptocurrency policies outlined in the Trump administration’s latest report.
South Korea Moves to Shield Crypto Investors from High-Risk Loans
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAlarmed by the rise of high-leverage crypto lending, South Korean regulators are stepping in with new investor protection rules expected next month.
SEC’s ‘Project Crypto’ Aims to Ease Rules for Blockchain Startups
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a bid to support crypto innovation, SEC Chair Paul Atkins has introduced “Project Crypto”—a regulatory revamp designed to give digital asset firms more flexibility.
Trump White House Finally Delivers Crypto Regulatory Blueprint
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAfter months of anticipation, the Trump administration’s Working Group on Digital Assets has published its comprehensive report on cryptocurrency regulation.
GOP Senators Propose Crypto Market Framework, Eye House Alignment
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRepublican leaders on the Senate Banking Committee have circulated a draft bill to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets, potentially merging efforts with the House’s recently passed CLARITY Act.
House Advances Landmark Crypto Legislation in Pre-Recess Push
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US House of Representatives passed three significant crypto bills on Thursday, overcoming earlier Republican resistance tied to CBDC concerns.
UK Eyes Crypto Donation Ban Amid Fears of Foreign Interference
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe UK government is considering a ban on cryptocurrency donations in political campaigns, warning that their anonymity could enable foreign meddling and illicit funding.
House Revives Crypto Legislation, Setting Up Crucial Thursday Vote
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAfter a dramatic reversal, the US House has resurrected three key cryptocurrency bills, positioning them for a potential floor vote Thursday.
Hungary Cracks Down on Crypto with Harsh Penalties for Unlicensed Activity
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHungary has introduced sweeping restrictions on cryptocurrency trading, including severe penalties for those using unlicensed exchanges or conducting unauthorized large transactions.
Fed, FDIC, and OCC Outline Crypto Custody Rules for Banks in New Guidance
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS banking regulators have clarified how traditional financial institutions can hold cryptocurrency on behalf of customers, stressing that existing safeguards apply.
Global Watchdog Demands Stronger Crypto Oversight to Combat Illicit Finance
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is urging nations to intensify enforcement of crypto anti-money laundering (AML) rules, cautioning that regulatory gaps pose risks to financial stability.
Hong Kong Doubles Down on Crypto: Stablecoin Rules & Tokenization Push
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHong Kong is tightening its grip on digital assets with a new regulatory framework, mandating licenses for stablecoin issuers from August 1.
Turkey Implements Stringent Crypto Transaction Monitoring Requirements
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Turkish government is introducing enhanced regulatory measures for cryptocurrency transactions to strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) controls.
Vietnam Greenlights Crypto in Sweeping Digital Tech Law
Reading Time: < 1 minuteVietnam has officially legalized cryptocurrencies under its newly passed Digital Technology Industry Law, approved on June 14.
Senate to Hold Decisive Vote on GENIUS Stablecoin Bill Next Week
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Senate has scheduled its final vote on the GENIUS Act for June 17, a move that could shape the regulatory landscape for stablecoins nationwide.
Connecticut Bans Government Crypto Involvement in Sweeping New Law
Reading Time: < 1 minuteConnecticut has implemented a comprehensive prohibition on state and local government cryptocurrency activities through newly passed legislation.
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