CLARITY Act could allow 11 crypto activities for US banks
The Congressional Research Service has identified 11 categories of crypto activities that the Senate-reported CLARITY Act would permit for U.S.…
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ESMA Calls for New Powers to Freeze Crypto Assets and Block Fraud Sites in MiCA Review
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) responded to the European Commission’s consultation on the review of the Markets in…
OSC News Reveals Decision in Ontario Securities Commission
The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) announced a significant enforcement ruling against Liquid Marketplace Inc. This decision stems from allegations of…
Report: Binance Under EU Review Over Continued Operations After MiCA Miss
EU regulators are reportedly questioning Binance over its use of a legal exemption to keep serving some European customers after…
SEC Chair Atkins Reflects on Hester Peirce’s Legacy
SEC Chair Gary Atkins recently spoke about the departure of Commissioner Hester Peirce, highlighting her passionate advocacy for digital asset…
CFTC Investigating Adam Kinzinger Over Kalshi Bets on His Own Pardon: Report
In brief The CFTC is examining trades a Kalshi account linked to Adam Kinzinger made in December 2024 and January…
Crypto industry gave $8 million to Clarity Act lobbyists who didn’t close the deal
The crypto industry has become famous for its spending on elections and boasts an array of expensive booster organizations, but…
Sean McHugh Outlines VARA’s Strategy for Dubai’s Virtual
The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) recently highlighted its regulatory approach to Dubai’s expanding virtual asset ecosystem through an interview…
Australia’s crypto licensing relief ends. What comes next?
Australia’s crypto firms have reached a Sept. 30 deadline to enter the country’s financial services licensing process before ASIC’s temporary…
CFTC Sends White House New Rules to Cement Its Grip on Prediction Markets
In brief The CFTC sent the White House’s OIRA two rules on Sept. 28 that would redraw the “swap” definition…