Regulation

The implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation across the European Union represents a significant advancement in the governance of digital assets. For years, the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies and digital tokens has raised numerous concerns surrounding safety, transparency, and consumer protection. The EU’s concerted efforts to establish a comprehensive legislative framework respond directly
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As cryptocurrencies continue to gain popularity, the regulatory landscape in the United Kingdom faces escalating challenges. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been under scrutiny due to its struggle to manage problematic advertising in the crypto space. A recent report highlighted a staggering 1,702 alerts issued for potentially misleading crypto advertisements over a year, raising
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In a significant stride for the integration of cryptocurrency within established financial systems, MoonPay has received regulatory approval to operate under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) directive. Announced on December 30, this licensure was granted by the Netherlands’ Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). This pivotal decision allows MoonPay to streamline its services
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In a bold move that underscores the growing tensions between emerging financial technologies and regulatory bodies, A16z Crypto, the blockchain-focused division of prominent venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, has openly criticized the recent regulatory measures imposed by the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury Department on decentralized finance (DeFi). Michele Korver, who heads
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Japan’s Financial Services Authority (FSA) is proactively working to bolster the internal audit mechanisms within its financial institutions, specifically targeting cryptocurrency exchanges. This initiative is crucial for addressing identified deficiencies in regulatory compliance and ensuring that Japan aligns with international standards. The urgency of this move is underscored by a recent FSA report that exposed
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As the landscape of digital assets continues to evolve, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have introduced new broker rules aimed specifically at digital asset service providers. This sweeping regulation mandates that decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols engage in Know-Your-Customer (KYC) procedures, a move that has ignited considerable controversy among
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In recent years, the cryptocurrency landscape has witnessed both innovative advancements and dramatic failures, most notably the collapse of Terra USD (UST). This stablecoin lost its $1 peg in May 2021, prompting a host of regulatory actions that have since underscored the vulnerabilities inherent in algorithmic stablecoins. One of the latest developments involves the Securities
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The cryptocurrency landscape is experiencing seismic shifts, and 2025 appears set to be a transformative year for the industry, as highlighted by insights from Coinbase. As traditional financial systems increasingly begin to integrate cryptographic technologies, several key trends are emerging that could redefine the interaction between crypto assets and established monetary practices. Years of regulatory
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The landscape for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is poised for significant transformations under a new leadership in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). With Paul Atkins likely to take over as chairperson, there is a growing anticipation regarding the introduction of in-kind redemptions and the potential for staking in Ethereum (ETH) products. SEC Commissioner
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The rise of digital identities and biometric data has sparked significant discussions surrounding privacy and legal compliance. Recently, the Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision (BayLDA) issued a stern directive to Worldcoin, a company aiming to revolutionize identity verification through biometric technology. Following an extensive investigation into the firm’s handling of biometric data, particularly
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