SEC Commissioner Urges Restraint on Crypto Rules as Retail Trading Expands
In recent developments, sEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said regulators should study crypto’s role in retail trading before deciding whether new rules are needed. Her remarks tied crypto to ETFs, options,…
Circle Urges OCC to Finalize Strong GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
In recent developments, circle urged the OCC to finalize clear, consistently applied GENIUS Act rules for payment stablecoin issuers. The company said the proposed framework should support reliable redemption and…
China’s new online marketing rules tighten ban on crypto promotions
In recent developments, china’s new online marketing rules tighten an already sweeping crypto ban and place fresh pressure on financial influencers, echoing parallel crackdowns in Europe, Australia and the UK.…
SEC Faces Mounting Pressure to Turn DeFi Guidance Into Formal Rules
In recent developments, industry participants are urging the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to formalize its crypto guidance on decentralized tools, arguing clearer rules would reduce uncertainty and better…
Canton, ZKsync clash over how blockchains enforce rules
In recent developments, matter Labs’ Alex Gluchowski says Canton isn’t a blockchain, while Digital Asset co-founders argue public chains aren’t that different. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…
UK Sets Path to Crypto Regulation With FCA Consultation
In recent developments, the regulator is seeking feedback on its interpretation of regulated cryptoasset activities under rules set to take effect in October 2027. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…
UK FCA seeks feedback on guidance for crypto rules ahead of 2027 rollout
In recent developments, the UK financial regulator has launched a consultation on crypto rules covering stablecoins, trading and staking ahead of a broader UK crypto regime expected to take effect…
SEC and CFTC Fast-Track US Crypto Oversight Using Interpretive Rules to Bypas…
In recent developments, u.S. regulators are accelerating crypto oversight by using interpretive rules, signaling a faster policy rollout strategy that prioritizes immediate clarity over traditional rulemaking processes. Key Takeaways: Government…
Japan approves bill to classify crypto as financial assets
In recent developments, cryptocurrencies now fall under Japan’s securities-style financial laws. Insider trading rules and stricter disclosures will apply. Lower taxes may boost investor and institutional participation. Japan has taken…
Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado arguing its AI rules restrict speech
In recent developments, the AI company argued that such rules would force it to feed its AI chatbot Grok with data aligned with Colorado’s political views rather than striving to…
