261 stories about Regulation from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Jul 26, 2026.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce pushed back against claims that the SEC's delayed crypto proposal will encourage synthetic tokens. She emphasized that the rule aims to protect investors, not create loopholes. The proposal was delayed to June 2026 for further review.
Congress is probing prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi over concerns government employees might be trading on classified information. Rep. James Comer is demanding internal records from the platforms' CEOs. This investigation highlights growing scrutiny over how prediction markets operate and their potential misuse by insiders with access to sensitive information.
Missouri's Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against CoinFlip, alleging its crypto ATMs were used in fraud schemes and charged excessive fees. The lawsuit highlights the risks of unregulated crypto transactions for consumers.
The Federal Reserve has issued a revised proposal for limited master accounts, a move long pursued by crypto firms. These 'skinny accounts' could provide a regulated pathway for digital asset companies to access the U.S. payment system.
The European Commission is reviewing its crypto regulations under MiCA and wants public input by August 31. This could lead to updates affecting how crypto is used and regulated in Europe.
The European Commission is asking for public input on whether its crypto regulations, known as MiCA, still work as markets and global policies change. This review could lead to updates affecting how crypto is used and regulated in the EU.
The CFTC has sued Minnesota after Governor Tim Walz signed a law banning prediction markets. This legal battle could impact the future of decentralized prediction platforms in the U.S.
South Carolina has banned state agencies from using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and passed protections for Bitcoin miners. The new law prevents discriminatory zoning and licensing rules against miners, ensuring their operations are treated fairly.
Former President Donald Trump has directed the Federal Reserve to review crypto firms’ access to payment systems, potentially impacting how crypto companies operate. This could lead to stricter regulations or more open access to traditional banking services for crypto firms.
Senator Elizabeth Warren argues that nine crypto firms, including Coinbase and Ripple, were improperly granted national trust bank charters. She claims the approvals violate the National Bank Act and calls for a review.
A Reuters investigation reveals that Donald Trump's crypto venture and Iran's largest exchange have both used the same crypto networks. This highlights the interconnected nature of the crypto industry and the challenges of enforcement.
The SEC is set to propose a framework for tokenized stocks, reflecting growing interest from Wall Street in digital asset securities. This could make investing in stocks more accessible and transparent for everyday investors.
The Clarity Act, a major crypto market structure bill, secured bipartisan support with a last-minute deal, but critics worry it may negatively impact decentralized finance (DeFi). The changes were made to win over Democrats, but the long-term effects on DeFi are still unclear.
The Clarity Act, a bill aimed at providing regulatory clarity for the crypto industry, moved forward during a contentious markup hearing. The hearing highlighted significant disagreements but also marked progress for the legislation.
U.S. House lawmakers overseeing the CFTC are pushing for bipartisan leadership as the agency takes on more crypto regulation. The CFTC is increasingly involved in policing crypto trading, and lawmakers say it needs full leadership to handle the growing workload.
XRP prices jumped 5% after a key Senate committee advanced the Clarity Act, which could bring legal clarity for crypto. However, a real institutional boom will require full congressional approval and broader market confidence.
The Clarity Act has cleared the Senate Banking Committee with bipartisan support, moving closer to a full Senate vote. This bill aims to establish clearer regulations for crypto markets, potentially impacting how digital assets are traded and managed in the U.S.
Bitcoin Depot, the largest Bitcoin ATM operator, has warned it may not survive the next year due to falling revenue and regulatory pressure. The company cited significant financial uncertainty in its recent filing.
South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) will release detailed regulations for tokenized securities this July. These rules will precede a broader legal framework for blockchain-based securities set to take effect in February 2027.
CME Group and ICE have alerted U.S. regulators about potential market manipulation and sanctions evasion on Hyperliquid's decentralized perpetual futures platform. This could lead to stricter oversight of decentralized crypto trading platforms.
Polish lawmakers have passed a crypto bill to implement the EU's MiCA framework, ending a prolonged legislative battle. The bill was approved in a 241–200 vote, aligning Poland with broader European regulations.
Poland has passed a crypto bill to comply with the EU's MiCA regulations, while a fraud investigation involving a major exchange is deepening political divisions. This move aims to clarify crypto regulations and protect investors, but the scandal could slow adoption.
B2C2 has obtained a MiCA license in Luxembourg, allowing it to offer over-the-counter (OTC) spot trading services across all EU member states and three EEA countries. This marks a significant step in the institutional adoption of crypto in Europe.
The Clarity Act, a major crypto bill, passed a key Senate committee vote. The legislation now moves to the Senate floor, though its future remains uncertain due to internal party disagreements.