Regulation
SEC Approves Fast-Track Path for Crypto ETFs: XRP, Solana Could Be Next
SEC streamlines crypto ETF approvals, cutting timeline from 240 days to 60-75 days and opening door for XRP, Solana, and other altcoin funds
Regulation
Regulation
Ripple-SEC Legal Battle Ends as Both Sides Drop Appeals
Four-year legal battle concludes as SEC and Ripple file joint dismissal, leaving landmark XRP ruling intact and paving way for regulatory clarity
Regulation
Hong Kong Expands Digital Asset Regulation with Comprehensive Licensing Framework
Hong Kong launches major consultation on expanding digital asset regulation to cover VA dealers and custodians, implementing comprehensive licensing framework under new policy statement.
Markets
Texas Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in Historic State Adoption
Texas Governor Abbott signs SB 21 creating state Bitcoin reserve, joining growing movement of states embracing cryptocurrency as strategic asset
Regulation
DeFi Regulatory Clarity Act Overhauls Digital Asset Classification Framework
Major legislative changes to DeFi regulation create new framework for digital asset classification, potentially unleashing institutional capital into decentralized finance protocols
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Federal Reserve Approves Bank Crypto Services in Historic Regulatory Shift
Fed Chair Jerome Powell announces banks can offer cryptocurrency services with proper risk controls, marking watershed moment for crypto mainstream adoption
Regulation
New Hampshire Becomes First State to Legalize Cryptocurrency and Precious Metals Investments
New Hampshire passes groundbreaking legislation legalizing cryptocurrency and precious metals investments, marking first state-level comprehensive digital asset framework
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UK Unveils Comprehensive Crypto Regulatory Framework as MicroStrategy Adds $1.42B in Bitcoin
Britain publishes draft legislation bringing crypto exchanges and custodians under unified regulatory oversight while MicroStrategy expands holdings to 553,555 BTC
Regulation
Congress Repeals IRS DeFi Broker Reporting Requirements in Major Victory for Crypto Industry
President Trump signs H.J. Res. 25, overturning IRS regulations that would have imposed broker reporting requirements on DeFi platforms, marking a significant win for the cryptocurrency industry
Security
ByBit Hack Exposes Crypto Security Vulnerabilities Amid Trump's Pro-Crypto Agenda
The largest cryptocurrency heist in history raises serious security questions as the Trump administration pushes to make America the crypto capital of the world
Regulation
OCC Rescinds Digital Asset Restrictions in Major Policy Shift
U.S. banking regulator OCC rescinds restrictive crypto guidance, allowing banks to engage in digital asset activities without prior supervisory approval in major policy reversal.
Regulation
S&P Global: Regulatory Uncertainty Hindering US Stablecoin Adoption as Institutional Interest Grows
Lack of clear federal framework prevents institutions from fully embracing stablecoins despite growing interest and market potential
Regulation
14 States Push Bitcoin Reserve Bills as State-Level Adoption Accelerates
At least 14 U.S. states introduce Strategic Bitcoin Reserve legislation in January, potentially outpacing federal efforts to establish government Bitcoin holdings
Regulation
Scott Bessent Confirmed as Pro-Crypto Treasury Secretary
U.S. Senate confirms Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary, bringing pro-crypto perspective to federal financial leadership as Trump administration continues digital asset policy overhaul.
Regulation
EU Stablecoin Market Transforms as MiCA Compliance Deadline Reshapes Digital Finance
European Union MiCA regulations force major stablecoin market restructuring as exchanges delist non-compliant tokens and Circle gains regulatory advantage
Regulation
Coinbase Delists Tether USDT as EU MiCA Regulation Reshapes Stablecoin Market
Coinbase removes Tether USDT and five other stablecoins from European exchanges as EU MiCA regulations force major compliance shift in crypto markets
Regulation
Russia Legalizes Bitcoin Mining Starting November 1 Amid Sanctions Pressure and Energy Strategy
Putin signs landmark law legalizing cryptocurrency mining effective November 1, creating regulated framework for industry while positioning Bitcoin as sanctions evasion tool