Crypto regulation, policy and legal developments worldwide
RegulationSouth Korea introduces strict new regulations for cross-border crypto transfers, requiring exchanges and custodians to register with the Ministry of Economy and Finance to boost transparency and combat illicit finance.
RegulationThe EU's MiCA Regulation deadline on July 1, 2026, mandates full compliance for crypto firms. Learn about its impact on CASPs and European users.
RegulationUS White House targets July 4 for passing a landmark crypto regulation bill, aiming to clarify SEC/CFTC jurisdiction and stablecoin rules for market stability.
RegulationUS regulators FinCEN and OFAC propose groundbreaking rules for stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act, mandating 'programmable compliance' for AML/sanctions.
RegulationSEC provides clarity on crypto user interface broker-dealer registration and plans an 'innovation exemption' for tokenized securities, shaping US crypto regulation.
RegulationEU crypto firms face July 1, 2026, MiCA deadline. ESMA warns against non-compliance, mandating licenses or wind-down plans for CASPs. Learn about the new EU crypto regulation and its global impact.
RegulationJapan's cabinet approves reclassifying cryptocurrencies as financial products under securities law, introducing stricter rules, insider trading bans, and enhanced investor protection.
RegulationSEC charges crypto executive Donald Basile with $16M fraud involving 'insured' Bitcoin Latinum, signaling a sharper focus on investor protection and combating market manipulation.
RegulationUK's Financial Conduct Authority launches a vital public consultation to establish a formal crypto regulation framework by 2027, fostering innovation and stability.
RegulationHong Kong issues first stablecoin licenses to HSBC and Standard Chartered-backed Anchorpoint Financial, setting a global standard for regulated digital currencies.
RegulationUS SEC staff issues statement easing broker-dealer registration for crypto trading interfaces, reflecting a broader shift in regulatory approach.
RegulationPakistan's central bank legalizes banking for licensed crypto firms, overturning a 2018 ban. The move enables regulated crypto operations and aims to attract investment.