Crypto crime in 2024 likely exceeded $51B, far higher than reported: Chainalysis

Crypto crime is surging, with AI fraud, stablecoin laundering and ransomware evolution redefining illicit finance. Can regulators keep up? дальше »

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From Hollywood to web3: The future of gaming lies in IP licensing | Opinion

Blockchain will eventually become the readily available solution for streamlining intellectual property management, the regulators are lagging behind. дальше »

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From Skepticism to Adoption: The Evolving Crypto Landscape in South Africa

South Africa’s crypto scene has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. While many of the country’s citizens appreciated the appeal of digital assets from day one, the same cannot be said for TradFi players and regulators, whose initial skepticism largely mirrored that of their contemporaries in the West. дальше »

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MANTRA secures VARA license to operate in the UAE

DeFi platform MANTRA Finance has obtained a Virtual Asset Service Provider license from Dubai regulators to operate as a trading platform in the UAE. According to a press release sent to crypto.news, after receiving the VASP license, the DeFi platform… дальше »

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Regulators to blame for LIBRA memecoin scandal — Coin Bureau founder

Some in the crypto community are outraged about the lack of legal clarity around memecoins like Libra, which collapsed soon after endorsement by Argentine President Javier Milei. дальше »

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Robinhood taps Singapore as Coinbase continues to steal market share

Robinhood Markets Inc (NASDAQ: HOOD) is in focus this morning following a report that it’s considering launching its crypto products in Singapore by the end of 2025. The financial services company is already said to be in talks with the local regulators but is yet to announce a particular launch date. Robinhood is considering expanding […] дальше »

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Tether refutes JPMorgan’s suggestion it will sell Bitcoin to navigate regulation

Tether has refuted claims made by JPMorgan analysts regarding its Bitcoin reserves and ability to comply with upcoming US stablecoin regulations. In a Feb. 13 statement to CryptoSlate, the stablecoin issuer confirmed that it is closely monitoring developments around US stablecoin regulations while actively engaging with local regulators. дальше »

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US crypto exchange Coinbase eyes India comeback

Coinbase is in talks with Indian regulators to reenter the market after its 2023 exit as the FIU eases its stance on offshore crypto exchanges. дальше »

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Coinbase seeks re-entry into India after regulatory setbacks: report

After a failed launch in 2022, Coinbase is now seeking approval from Indian regulators to restart its operations in the country. More than a year after pulling out of India, Coinbase seems to be working on making a comeback. The… дальше »

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SEC, CFTC in talks to renew crypto regulation through joint panel: report

U.S. regulators are reportedly exploring new ways to coordinate on crypto oversight, with discussions to reinstate an advisory committee. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission are said to be trying to figure out how… дальше »

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Coinbase engages with Indian regulators, eyes market re-entry after year-long hiatus

Coinbase's re-engagement with Indian regulators could catalyze a more favorable crypto regulatory environment, influencing global market dynamics. The post Coinbase engages with Indian regulators, eyes market re-entry after year-long hiatus appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Trump closing on crypto regulation team with Gould pick

President Donald Trump’s efforts to assemble a veteran cast of pro-crypto regulators matured with two more nominations, Jonathan Gould and Jonathan McKernan. дальше »

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Binance, US regulators seek legal pause as Trump’s crypto agenda unfolds

Binance and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have jointly requested a federal judge to pause the regulator’s ongoing lawsuit against the crypto exchange, citing the potential impact of a newly formed task force focused on digital asset regulation. дальше »

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Fed's Powell Says He's Also Worried About Debanking That Strained U.S. Crypto

As crypto firms and their new government allies rail against U.S. regulators for chasing them out of banking, Powell says such tales are a worry he'll address. дальше »

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Fed chair Powell agrees to help end crypto debanking

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell told the U.S. Senate that regulators should” take a fresh look” at the crypto debanking debacle. дальше »

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US regulators should prioritize crypto clarity like MiCA, Bitstamp US CEO says

In an exclusive interview with crypto.news, Bitstamp US chief executive shares his view on how MiCA could pave the way for similar regulatory frameworks in the U.S. The European Union’s landmark regulation for the increasingly high-profile crypto sector came into… дальше »

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2 More U.S. Regulatory Dominos May Have Fallen for Crypto: OCC and CFPB

FDIC Acting Chairman Travis Hill said the agency is overhauling its crypto approach, just as U.S. senators examine regulators keeping banks out of crypto. дальше »

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The lessons learned at Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Congressional hearings

The new majority party cast the former administration’s bank regulators as bullies operating in the shadows, yet surprising agreements were found. дальше »

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Apple drops Bybit, KuCoin, and Bitget in Japan under regulatory heat

Yahoo Japan reports Apple has delisted several cryptocurrency exchange apps from its App Store in Japan, following increased scrutiny from regulators. Bybit, KuCoin, Bitget, MEXC, and LBank are no longer available for download, marking a significant development in Japan’s ongoing efforts to enforce compliance in the digital asset sector. дальше »

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Bybit Registers in India After Settling $1 Million Fine with Regulators

Bybit is back in India after securing compliance and paying a $1 million fine. The exchange is embracing India’s evolving crypto landscape. The post Bybit Registers in India After Settling $1 Million Fine with Regulators appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Trump's FDIC Chief Rethinks Crypto Guidance as U.S. Senators Probe Debanking

FDIC Acting Chairman Travis Hill said the agency is overhauling its crypto approach, just as U.S. senators examined regulators keeping banks out of crypto. дальше »

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Hong Kong lawmaker calls for crypto acceleration after U.S. crypto czar press conference

Hong Kong legislator Johnny Ng urges regulators to accelerate pro-crypto initiatives in the region after U.S. crypto czar David Sacks’ press conference. In a recent post, Ng emphasizes the importance of the press conference conducted by U.S. AI and crypto… дальше »

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Coinbase’s Paul Grewal to face Congress: is ‘Operation Chokepoint 2.0’ a threat?

Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, Paul Grewal, is set to testify before the US Congress this week as lawmakers investigate allegations that financial regulators systematically cut off banking access for cryptocurrency firms. дальше »

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Solana price could rise above $350 if the SEC approves ETF; DTX tops trending charts

Investors are hungry for more regarding the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision on a proposed Solana ETF (exchange-traded fund). After Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs set a precedent, the market is now waiting for the approval of the Solana ETF as the next major digital asset to receive institutional backing. If the SEC regulators [...] дальше »

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LATAM crypto update: Coinbase gets Argentina approval, $5M for blockchain

LATAM continues to expand in terms of the cryptocurrency scene. This week’s highlights included Coinbae’s approval from Argentina’s regulators to expand its services in the country. дальше »

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Robinhood CEO warns US risks losing financial edge without tokenization clarity

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev warned that the US could lose its competitive edge in financial markets if regulators fail to provide clear rules for tokenized securities. In a Jan. 28 op-ed for The Washington Post, Tenev argued that blockchain-based financial assets could broaden investment opportunities, allowing retail investors to participate in the early growth of […] The post Robinhood CEO warns US risks losing financial edge without tokenization clarity appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Binance’s past is exploding in France while CZ tries to build his future with YZi Labs

He ran the biggest crypto empire, stepped down, served time, and now he’s all about AI and biotech. But as CZ looks ahead, regulators in France are looking back. From Binance to YZi Labs Changpeng Zhao, more commonly known as… дальше »

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French Authorities Launch Money Laundering Investigation Into Binance

French regulators investigate Binance France for money laundering, tax fraud, and other serious charges, adding to the exchange's global legal troubles. The post French Authorities Launch Money Laundering Investigation Into Binance appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Anti-Crypto Senator Warren Calls for Probe Into TRUMP Meme Coins

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Congressional Republicans in Hot Pursuit of Biden-Era's Crypto Debanking

The House Oversight and the Senate Banking committees are probing accusations that U.S. regulators blocked crypto insiders from banking. дальше »

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Prediction Markets Don't Have a Gambling Problem, Says Crypto Attorney

While regulators around the world ban Polymarket for being a gambling platform, attorney Aaron Brogan has a good argument for why it's not. дальше »

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Electronic Money Association Announces 2025 Conference: Driving the Future of Payments and Digital Finance

The Electronic Money Association (EMA) is thrilled to announce “Innovate, Compete, Succeed: The Future of Digital Payments”, a landmark conference bringing together global leaders, regulators, andThe post Electronic Money Association Announces 2025 Conference: Driving the Future of Payments and Digital Finance appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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TRUMP meme coins crash, Elizabeth Warren demands investigation

Senator Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Jake Auchincloss demand U.S. regulators investigate President Trump’s TRUMP and MELANIA meme coins. In a letter addressed to multiple federal agencies, including the US Office of Government Ethics, the SEC, the Treasury and the CFTC,… дальше »

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Morgan Stanley CEO says lender is exploring path to offer crypto in the US

Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick said the lender is exploring how it can offer crypto services in the US and intends to engage with regulators once the review is complete.   During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box on Jan. дальше »

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Morgan Stanley will work with U.S. regulators to offer crypto: CEO

Morgan Stanley will consider expanding its presence in the cryptocurrency market if the regulatory environment becomes more favorable, CEO Ted Pick told CNBC. The Morgan Stanley chief executive shared his thoughts on the cryptocurrency market’s outlook while attending the World… дальше »

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Morgan Stanley Figuring Out How to Act as Transactors of Crypto, CEO Says

Morgan Stanley will work with the U.S. Treasury and other regulators to figure out how it can offer crypto in a safe way. дальше »

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North Dakota mulls bill to safeguard consumers from crypto ATM scams

North Dakota regulators are debating a bill that introduces consumer protections to combat scams involving cryptocurrency ATMs. During a Jan. 22 hearing, lawmakers in North Dakota discussed House Bill 1447, introduced to the state’s legislative assembly earlier this month, which… дальше »

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New U.S. crypto policies could reshape the market and create fresh opportunities

U.S. regulators reshape crypto with new rules, sparking opportunities amid a market upswing and investor optimism. #partnercontent дальше »

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Hong Kong SFC: New licenses for virtual asset platforms

Hong Kong regulators have vowed to issue new licenses for crypto trading platforms in the country after a lengthy review process. According to Chinese media outlet SINA Finance, Executive Director of the Intermediary Department of the Hong Kong Securities and… дальше »

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BoA CEO says banks eager to enter crypto if regulators allow

Brian Moynihan believes financial institutions would gladly facilitate cryptocurrency payments if clearer regulations around their use were established. дальше »

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TRUMP token volatility not problematic as regulators ‘blessed gamification of markets,’ Bitwise says

A Bitwise executive views the TRUMP coin as a bet on cultural capital and volatility, demonstrating how meme coins thrive beyond financial metrics. The hype around meme coins like Official Trump (TRUMP) has sparked plenty of debate, but Jeff Park… дальше »

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U.S. Court Orders SEC to Reassess Crypto Rules as Trump Inauguration, Pro-Crypto Congress Shift Regulatory Landscape

The judges stopped short of forcing the SEC to draft new rules but said regulators must clearly outline how they plan to oversee digital assets. дальше »

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Thailand SEC considers green lighting Bitcoin ETFs as active crypto accounts near 300k

Thailand regulators are considering approval for exchange-traded funds that invest directly in Bitcoin for the first time in history in order to boost the nation’s budding crypto sector. According to a Bloomberg report published on Jan. 15, the Thailand Securities… дальше »

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Analysis: Prediction Markets Have a Gambling Problem

Academics get it: prediction markets aren't gambling because the house doesn't always win. But regulators around the world have differing opinions – and Polymarket is feeling the heat. дальше »

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Crypto.com Faces CFTC Review for Super Bowl Betting Contracts

Federal regulators are scrutinizing Crypto. com’s sports betting futures contracts, focusing on their legality and impact on gaming laws. The CFTC review may lead to significant restrictions. The post Crypto. дальше »

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Gemini settles CFTC Bitcoin futures case for $5 million

Gemini co-founders Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss agreed to pay a $5 million fine to resolve the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) allegations that it misled regulators during its bid to launch the first US-regulated Bitcoin (BTC) futures contract. дальше »

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4 crypto startups earn MiCA licenses from Dutch watchdog

Dutch regulators awarded new crypto licenses to four digital asset service operators, allowing the quartet to do business anywhere in the European Union under MiCA. дальше »

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Hong Kong lawmaker wants to add Bitcoin to national reserves to boost financial security

Hong Kong legislator Wu Jiexhuang suggested the region should start adding Bitcoin to its national reserves as a way to boost financial security. According to the local newspaper Wen Wei Po, Wu said Hong Kong regulators should study the impact… дальше »

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Strive Asset Management files for innovative bitcoin bond ETF aiming to disrupt traditional investing

Strive Asset Management, founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, has filed a request with US regulators to launch a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to provide exposure to “Bitcoin Bonds,” according to a Dec. дальше »

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ASIC sues Binance over allegedly failing to provide consumer protection for retail clients

Binance’s Australian arm comes under fire from Australian regulators that accuse the crypto exchange of falsely categorizing local clients as wholesale clients, exposing them to risky crypto assets. дальше »

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