Latest News and Articles about Crypto Regulation
US Crypto Bill Delayed to 2027: Regulatory Hell Stifles Industry Growth
US Crypto Firms Stuck in Regulatory Hell as Market Structure Bill Faces Delays to 2027 Bitcoin is knocking on the door of $94,000 in early 2026, a dazzling milestone that should signal a golden era for crypto. Yet, here in the U.S., the industry is mired in a regulatory swamp, with a critical market structure […]
Read MoreCoinbase Stock Jumps 8% After Goldman Sachs Issues Bullish “Buy” Rating
Coinbase Stock Soars 8% as Goldman Sachs Bets Big with “Buy” Rating Coinbase, the heavyweight champion of crypto exchanges, made waves this week as its stock (COIN) surged 8% to close at $254.92. The catalyst? A bullish upgrade from Wall Street giant Goldman Sachs, which flipped its rating from “neutral” to “buy” and set a […]
Read MoreAmir Zaidi Returns to CFTC as Chief of Staff to Drive Bitcoin and Crypto Regulation
Bitcoin Futures Pioneer Amir Zaidi Returns to CFTC as Chief of Staff for Crypto Regulation Push Amir Zaidi, the architect behind the first regulated Bitcoin futures in the U.S., has rejoined the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as Chief of Staff under Chairman Michael S. Selig. Announced on December 31, this move marks a potential […]
Read MoreMaxine Waters Slams SEC Over Crypto Case Dismissals, Demands Congressional Hearing
Waters Demands Answers: SEC’s Crypto Case Dismissals Ignite Congressional Clash Maxine Waters, the ranking Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, has thrown down the gauntlet, demanding a congressional hearing to investigate the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) unexpected dismissal of high-profile cryptocurrency enforcement cases under Chairman Paul Atkins. With the shadow of the Trump […]
Read MoreSouth Korea Tightens Crypto Grip: Travel Rule Targets Transfers Under $700
South Korea Crypto Crackdown: Travel Rule Hits Small Transfers Under 1M Won South Korea is rolling out a hard-hitting update to its cryptocurrency regulations, extending the “travel rule” to transfers below 1 million won (about $700 USD), a limit that previously escaped identity verification. Spearheaded by the Korea Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), this move aims […]
Read MoreSouth Korea’s AI Basic Act Ignites Fury: A Warning for Blockchain and Crypto Innovation
South Korea’s AI Basic Act Sparks Outrage: A Red Flag for Blockchain and Decentralized Tech? South Korea, a heavyweight in global tech, is stirring up a hornet’s nest with its AI Basic Act, slated to kick in on January 22, 2025. Billed as the nation’s first comprehensive framework for artificial intelligence, the law targets “high-impact […]
Read MoreLithuania’s Crypto Crackdown: Unlicensed Firms Face 2024 Deadline and Jail Time
Lithuania Crypto Crackdown: Unlicensed Providers Face 2024 Deadline, Fines, and Jail Time Lithuania, a Baltic nation with outsized ambitions in the cryptocurrency world, is laying down the law with a ferocity that’s impossible to ignore. The Central Bank of Lithuania (CBL) has issued a stark ultimatum to crypto service providers: secure a license by December […]
Read MoreRipple vs. SEC Case Nears End: Key Letter to Judge Sparks 6% XRP Price Surge
Ripple vs. SEC Lawsuit Nears Finish Line: Key Letter to Judge Torres Fuels XRP Surge The courtroom clash between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a saga that’s dragged on for nearly four years, might finally be reaching its end. A recent letter to Judge Analisa Torres marks a significant step toward […]
Read MoreBank of Russia Sets 2026 Deadline for Strict Crypto Rules and Penalties
Bank of Russia Targets 2026 for Ironclad Crypto Regulation and Harsh Penalties Russia is poised to clamp down on the wild west of cryptocurrencies with a sweeping regulatory framework set for mid-2026, as the Bank of Russia pivots from outright hostility to a controlled embrace. Driven by economic isolation from Western sanctions and staggering domestic […]
Read MoreSenator Lummis to Retire in 2027: Crypto Policy Faces Uncertain Future
Crypto’s Capitol Hill Warrior: Senator Lummis to Exit in 2027, Leaving a Mixed Legacy Will the US lose its fiercest crypto champion in 2027? Senator Cynthia Lummis, Wyoming’s blockchain advocate and a Republican powerhouse, has announced she won’t seek reelection in 2026, ending her Senate term in early 2027. Her departure signals a potential turning […]
Read MoreMike Selig Confirmed as CFTC Chairman: A Pro-Crypto Shift for Bitcoin Regulation
U.S. Senate Confirms Mike Selig as CFTC Chairman: A Pro-Crypto Turning Point The U.S. Senate has dropped a bombshell for the cryptocurrency world, confirming Mike Selig as the new Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Travis Hill as head of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) on December 19, 2025, with a […]
Read MoreFederal Reserve Unveils 2025 Crypto Framework, Ditches 2023 Policy for Blockchain Innovation
Federal Reserve Scraps 2023 Innovation Policy for a Smarter 2025 Crypto and Blockchain Framework The U.S. Federal Reserve Board has pulled the plug on its 2023 policy governing how state member banks can dive into innovative activities, replacing it with a 2025 framework that’s less about knee-jerk tech bans and more about tackling actual risks. […]
Read MoreTexas Becomes Crypto Hub with Bitcoin Bancorp’s 200-ATM Expansion Amid Regulatory Clash
Texas Charges Ahead as Crypto Kingpin with Bitcoin Bancorp’s 200-ATM Rollout Amid Federal Heat Texas is staking its claim as the ultimate crypto battleground in the U.S., with Bitcoin Bancorp unveiling plans to deploy up to 200 licensed Bitcoin ATMs across the state starting in Q1 2026. As the state solidifies its dominance with over […]
Read MoreTrump’s AI Czar Pushes Federal Control: A Crypto Warning on Centralization
Trump’s AI Czar Champions Federal Oversight: A Crypto Cautionary Tale President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a fierce clash between federal ambitions and state resistance, with Crypto Czar David Sacks leading the charge for a unified national framework. Signed on Thursday as “Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial […]
Read MoreKevin Hassett as Fed Chair: Crypto Boost or Conflict of Interest Controversy?
Kevin Hassett as Fed Chair: Crypto Revolution or Conflict of Interest? Kevin Hassett has surged ahead as the top candidate to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, catching the attention of crypto investors worldwide. With President Donald Trump’s strong backing and Hassett’s deep ties to the cryptocurrency industry, his potential appointment could redefine monetary […]
Read MoreCFTC Chair Launches CEO Council to Shape Crypto Regulation and Innovation
CFTC Chair Unveils CEO Council to Drive Crypto Regulation and Market Innovation The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is making waves in the crypto space as Acting Chair Caroline Pham announces the formation of the CFTC CEO Innovation Council, a strategic move to refine regulations and bolster market structure for digital assets. With nominations […]
Read MoreWashington’s Crypto Clampdown: Trump Scandal, Tornado Cash Fight, and Regulatory Overreach
Washington’s Crypto Crackdown Heats Up: Political Bombshells and Legal Fights Take Over Washington is dropping the hammer on the crypto industry this week with a barrage of regulatory moves, political fireworks, and courtroom clashes that could redefine the future of digital assets. Is this the long-overdue cleanup of a chaotic space, or a heavy-handed attempt […]
Read MoreMichael Selig’s CFTC Nomination Advances: A Crypto Regulation Game-Changer?
Trump’s CFTC Pick Michael Selig Advances: A Turning Point for Crypto Regulation? Could one man’s confirmation reshape the future of cryptocurrency in the U.S., or is the system too broken to keep up with the pace of decentralized innovation? Michael Selig, President Donald Trump’s nominee for chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has […]
Read MoreSamourai Wallet Founders Get 4-5 Years for $200M Bitcoin Laundering Scheme
Samourai Wallet Founders Sentenced to 4-5 Years for $200M Bitcoin Money Laundering Scheme A US court has delivered a powerful blow to the founders of Samourai Wallet, a Bitcoin mixing service accused of laundering over $200 million in illicit funds. William Hill and Keonne Rodriguez, who launched the platform in 2015, were sentenced to four […]
Read MoreMichael Selig Faces Senate Scrutiny in Bid to Lead CFTC and Shape Crypto Rules
Senators Grill Crypto Regulator Michael Selig in High-Stakes Bid to Lead CFTC Michael Selig, the chief counsel for the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, found himself in the hot seat on Wednesday during a Senate Agriculture Committee hearing to decide if he’s the right fit to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). With the global […]
Read MoreMichael Selig’s CFTC Nomination: A Turning Point for Crypto Regulation?
Trump’s Nominee Michael Selig Under Senate Spotlight as CFTC Gears Up for Crypto Overhaul President Donald Trump’s choice for the next chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Michael Selig, is stepping into a regulatory storm as the U.S. grapples with the future of cryptocurrency oversight. With a Senate confirmation hearing set for November […]
Read MoreU.S. Senators Push CFTC Oversight in Groundbreaking Crypto Regulation Bill
U.S. Senators Propose CFTC Oversight in Major Crypto Regulation Bill A groundbreaking bipartisan push in the U.S. Senate could finally bring order to the untamed frontier of crypto rules. Senators John Boozman (R-Ark.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) have introduced a draft bill through the Senate Agriculture Committee to grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) […]
Read MoreXRP Spot ETFs on DTCC: Breakthrough for Crypto or Regulatory Trap?
Spot XRP ETFs Hit the DTCC List: A Turning Point for Crypto or a Regulatory Mirage? Five spot XRP Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) from major players—CoinShares, Franklin Templeton, 21Shares, Canary Capital, and Bitwise—have surfaced on the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) list, hinting at a U.S. market debut as soon as late November. This marks […]
Read MoreTrump Pardons Binance Founder CZ: A Crypto Game-Changer or Political Stunt?
Binance Founder CZ Pardoned by Trump: Shocking Turn for Crypto’s Future Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the mastermind behind Binance, received a jaw-dropping full pardon from U.S. President Donald Trump in October 2025, erasing his 2023 conviction for anti-money-laundering (AML) violations. This bombshell has set off a firestorm of debate about political agendas, regulatory tides, and the […]
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