News Archive
Browse retained market reporting from the past 30 days.
Crypto Briefing
A coordinated regulatory framework for equity perpetuals could enhance US market competitiveness and investor protection by reducing offshore trading. Blockchain Association urges SEC and CFTC to coordinate on equity perpetuals.
Cryptopolitan
A group of 39 state bankers associations has founded the BankChain Alliance for establishing a blockchain network wherein commercial banks will have ownership, with the hope that small banks and their clients will rely on regulatory banks for on-chain finance instead of crypto firms.
BeInCrypto
Japan's bond market is heading for a blockchain makeover. Nikkei reported this week that regulators want stocks and Japanese government bonds (JGBs) to settle instantly, around the clock.
Crypto Briefing
Binance's strategic compliance hires signal a commitment to regulatory reform, crucial for maintaining operations under intense scrutiny. Binance Holdings hires two senior compliance executives amid scrutiny.
Crypto Briefing
The BankChain Alliance could redefine banking by integrating blockchain, enhancing efficiency, security, and regulatory compliance. US state banking associations plan nationwide blockchain network with 39-state BankChain Alliance.
Coindesk
The "BankChain Alliance" is aiming for a 2027 launch, and would foster stablecoins, payments and tokenized deposits inside the banking system's regulatory sphere.
Bitcoin
Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comment on drafted regulations concerning bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This week, the country's securities regulator disclosed two specific feedback exercises for draft rules and amended eligibility criteria for foreign custodians.
Crypto Economy
Two SEC-hosted PDFs describe proposed GTA VI currency Sharkbux and a possible Solana architecture, but neither proves Take-Two or Rockstar authorized the filings. The documents describe restricted transfers and creator redemptions, while the Solana supplement identifies no official mint, completed deployment or confirmed token launch publicly.
Crypto Briefing
Binance's strategic hires from Crypto.com highlight its ongoing efforts to rebuild trust and strengthen compliance amid regulatory challenges. Binance hires two senior compliance executives from Crypto.com.
Crypto Economy
Chainalysis-led Operation Lighthouse flagged more than 7,700 suspect crypto accounts after examining 29,120 addresses and identifiers tied to over 100 exploitation networks. The operation generated 14,300 investigative leads across 11 exchanges and payment services, identifying suspects in 125 countries with support from global law enforcement.
Crypto Briefing
Japan's blockchain settlement shift could revolutionize global finance, enhancing efficiency, reducing risks, and influencing regulatory frameworks. Japan plans blockchain-based real-time stock and bond settlements by 2030s.
Crypto Briefing
The concentration of AI resources among few firms risks systemic disruption, highlighting the need for targeted regulation and diversified investments. A16z's Martin Casado reassesses AI risks as scaling laws refuse to break.
Crypto Briefing
Securitize's strategic positioning ensures resilience and potential growth, regardless of the CLARITY Act's outcome, amid regulatory shifts. Securitize positions for success amid CLARITY Act uncertainty.
Coincu
A crypto industry group is pushing back on broader stablecoin KYC rules, arguing expanded requirements could raise compliance burdens and slow adoption.
Decrypt
The crypto trade group warned that forcing issuers to verify identities for peer-to-peer wallet transfers would “cripple the industry” as regulators implement the GENIUS Act.
CrowdFundInsider
In a recent filing with federal regulators, US banking associations have called for stronger customer identification standards to cover more of the stablecoin ecosystem.
Crypto Briefing
MiCA's stringent regulations are reshaping the EU crypto market, favoring compliant exchanges and prompting strategic exits and migrations. MEXC selects Bybit EU as alternative for Dutch users ahead of exit.
Cryptopolitan
The consultations put out by the Thailand SEC are at least two steps from being finalized as a formal rulebook. The regulator still needs to collect comments, revise recommendations, and then decide whether to authorize the products.
Crypto Briefing
Independent regulatory actions could lead to fragmented crypto oversight, complicating compliance and potentially stifling innovation. BitGo CEO warns US regulators may act independently if Clarity Act fails.
Coindesk
'Operation Lighthouse' went after child sex abuse materials, working with law enforcement to round up more than 14,000 investigative leads.