Regulation, enforcement, legislation, and crypto policy from around the world. 519 stories curated by CryptoCatalyst.
The SEC has proposed new rules to govern how investment funds can custody crypto assets, allowing the use of state trust companies and self-custody under specific conditions. This move aims to provide clearer guidelines for the crypto industry.
Payward, the company behind Kraken, and Singapore Gulf Bank have teamed up to offer 24/7 U.S. dollar settlement for institutional crypto transactions. The service will initially be available to select clients in Asia and the Gulf region.
The U.S. Treasury Department has exposed a Hamas-linked fundraising network that raised over $2 million through crypto transactions, disguised as humanitarian charities. The crackdown highlights the growing use of cryptocurrencies in illicit activities, with hundreds of thousands sent in crypto.
OKX and ICE's joint venture has filed to launch tokenized U.S. stocks, allowing 24/7 trading under the SEC's new Innovation Exemption. The filing includes over 60 stocks, including Nvidia and SpaceX, paired with stablecoins.
El Salvador received $138 million from the IMF after securing waivers for its Bitcoin policies. The IMF praised the country's economic efforts but continues to push for scaling back Bitcoin's role in the economy. The funds will support economic stability and governance improvements.
Bitpanda's co-CEO Christian Trummer said the EU's MiCA regulations have increased trust in regulated crypto platforms. He called for stricter enforcement against noncompliant firms, citing the need for a level playing field.
Jay Clayton, who may lead Trump’s AI initiatives, previously headed the SEC’s aggressive crypto enforcement. His approach could shape future tech regulations under Trump. Clayton’s tenure saw significant actions against crypto firms, highlighting his cautious stance on innovation.
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has sued the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), claiming the regulator exceeded its legal authority by approving crypto trust charters. This legal battle could impact how crypto firms operate within the U.S. banking system.
Macro analyst Darius Dale argues that structural U.S. debt challenges will force central bank and Treasury interventions, creating a persistent tailwind for risk assets. Combined with massive corporate spending in artificial intelligence, Dale foresees equities and hard assets reaching new highs over the next 12 to 18 months.
South Korea's financial regulator has proposed detailed rules for tokenized securities, setting capital requirements, OTC trading licenses, and retail investment limits. The rules are part of a broader plan to launch a full tokenized securities market by February 2027.
The US Treasury designated Russia's A7 Network as a transnational criminal organization, proposing rules to cut its front companies off from US finance — including crypto, where its ruble token moved $179 billion.
The SEC proposed new crypto custody rules allowing investment advisers and funds to use state trust companies as custodians and to self-custody under certain conditions. The proposal, which coincides with Commissioner Hester Peirce's departure, aims to replace years of regulatory ambiguity with a clear compliance path.
Illinois has agreed to delay its 0.2% crypto tax until July 1, 2027, pending court approval. The six-month postponement lets the state and the crypto industry focus on the ongoing legal challenge to the tax's validity.
EU regulators are investigating Binance’s use of a MiCA exemption to continue operating in Europe. The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is pushing for stricter enforcement of crypto regulations. This could impact millions of EU-based users who rely on Binance for their crypto services.
Seven commissioner seats at the SEC and CFTC will be empty after Friday, leaving only three leaders to oversee the $3 trillion crypto industry. Illinois is also drafting new crypto tax rules that would apply its 0.2% digital asset transaction tax to DeFi platforms, stablecoins, and self-custody transfers.
Coinbase has received CFTC approval to operate a US derivatives clearinghouse, allowing it to list, broker, and clear fully collateralized products in-house. This move mirrors Kraken's parent company Payward's earlier acquisition of Bitnomial's derivatives infrastructure. Coinbase Clearing will accept USDC as collateral and offer around-the-clock settlement, though margined products will remain with partners.
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2409, a law prohibiting public officials from issuing memecoins and barring exchanges from listing tokens tied to politicians. Newsom framed the move as a direct response to President Trump's $TRUMP memecoin, calling it 'The Opposite of Trump.'
New SEC staff guidance says announcing a token buyback on a functional network isn't a promise that turns the token into a security, a shift one attorney says makes securities laws look "opt-in."
KelpDAO is suing LayerZero and its CEO, claiming the bridge protocol endorsed a risky setup that led to a $292 million exploit in April. The lawsuit highlights ongoing concerns about bridge security in DeFi.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, often called 'Crypto Mom' for her pro-crypto stance, will depart on October 2, 2026. Her exit comes as the SEC continues to ramp up its crypto-related enforcement actions. This marks a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for digital assets.
With the Clarity Act stalled in the Senate, the SEC, CFTC, and Federal Reserve are taking the lead on crypto regulation. This rapid response could shape the future of digital asset markets. The move highlights the growing divide between regulatory agencies and Congress on crypto oversight.
Macro analyst Michael Howell explains why central banks must continuously supply liquidity to support massive global debt rollovers, creating persistent monetary inflation that favors hard assets like gold and cryptocurrencies.
New York Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul have sued Polymarket, alleging the prediction market platform operates as an illegal gambling operation without a license. The complaint seeks to block the platform from operating in the state and follows similar actions in France and South Korea.
The US government is considering funding private stablecoin projects in other countries to maintain the dollar's global dominance. This move aims to ensure continued demand for US Treasury bonds and stabilize the dollar's position in international markets.