261 stories about Regulation from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Jul 26, 2026.
Patrick Witt, the administration's top crypto policy negotiator, has deferred his military training to stay involved in the CLARITY Act's Senate proceedings. The bill could significantly reshape U.S. crypto regulations, with a vote expected in the next few weeks.
The UK's Crypto and Digital Assets All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) has launched an inquiry into banks that deny services to crypto firms, examining whether these practices are justified or unfairly stifling the sector.
Nigeria's president has signed an executive order creating a virtual asset council to oversee crypto regulation. The move aims to unify fragmented crypto policies and establish clear tax guidelines for digital assets.
Russia's parliament is close to passing its first comprehensive crypto law, which would license exchanges and allow companies to pay foreign partners in crypto, bypassing Western sanctions. The law also limits individual investments to about $3,800 per year.
Russia's parliament will vote on a crypto regulation bill on July 21, which includes rules for investors and cross-border payments. This could significantly impact how Russians use and trade cryptocurrencies.
Vietnam has introduced fines up to $1,900 for unlicensed crypto trading and AML violations as it prepares to launch a regulated crypto market. This move signals the country's serious approach to crypto regulation.
Brazil’s securities regulator has established a task force to create a tokenization framework within 60 days. The proposal will address key issues like ownership records, private key custody, and transaction reversibility.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has asked for details on Donald Trump’s crypto earnings between January and July 2026, ahead of a 2027 deadline. This comes as the Senate prepares to vote on a major crypto bill. Trump disclosed $1.4 billion in crypto earnings earlier this year.
US federal agencies missed the July 19, 2026 deadline set by the GENIUS Act to finalize stablecoin regulations, issuing 10 proposed rules instead. The delay leaves the stablecoin market in regulatory limbo, creating uncertainty for businesses and consumers.
Polymarket bettors have cut the odds of the CLARITY Act passing this year to a record low as Senate negotiations over ethics provisions remain unresolved.
South Korea's regulator is taking action against Dunamu, the operator of Upbit, following a $36 million hack. The case highlights gaps in the country's Virtual Asset User Protection Act regarding penalties for security breaches.
France has ordered internet service providers to block Polymarket, citing its addictive mechanics, lack of self-exclusion tools, and a high volume of French users bypassing previous financial restrictions.
Tether's USDT stablecoin faces a two-year countdown as the GENIUS Act's regulations will be fully enforced by July 2028, threatening its availability on U.S. crypto platforms. The act, which marked its first anniversary this week, has yet to see regulators meet deadlines for writing the necessary rules.
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh stated that the Fed will not rescue failing crypto firms, emphasizing that the industry must manage its own risks. This comes as regulators work on finalizing rules under the GENIUS Act.
France's gambling regulator has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket, citing illegal gambling and market manipulation. The platform operates without authorization, violating local gambling laws.
OKX Europe now lets users swap Tether’s USDT for Circle’s USDC, which complies with the EU’s MiCA stablecoin regulations. This move comes as MiCA reshapes the European stablecoin market, offering a voluntary path away from USDT.
A major crypto bill is nearing its final test in Congress, but concerns about former President Trump's potential conflicts of interest could delay its passage. Supporters remain optimistic, despite uncertainties around timing and ethics.
The U.S. has added four crypto wallets linked to Iran's central bank to its sanctions list, and Tether has frozen $131 million of the contents. This move targets TRON-based addresses holding over $165 million, preventing those funds from being transferred or redeemed.
A meeting with President Trump and lawmakers on crypto ethics, described as 'hugely positive,' has raised hopes for the passage of sweeping crypto legislation focused on transparency, consumer protection, and regulatory frameworks.
Japan’s revised Financial Instruments and Exchange Act introduces crypto insider trading rules, tougher penalties and new oversight requirements for crypto businesses.
South Korea plans to update a 76-year-old law to recognize cryptocurrencies as national assets, signaling a major shift in regulatory stance. The government also announced plans to pilot tokenized government bonds next year and explore tokenizing state-owned real estate.
The US and UK have jointly released a roadmap to foster innovation in stablecoins and tokenized assets. This collaboration aims to create clearer regulatory frameworks for digital assets across both countries. The roadmap outlines steps to enhance cross-border cooperation and reduce regulatory uncertainty for businesses in the digital asset space.
Japan's lawmakers have reclassified cryptocurrencies as financial assets, moving beyond their previous status as a payment method. The change is designed to create rules suited for investment products and is expected to lead to tax reductions for crypto investors.
Some U.S. Senate Democrats are publicly opposing the Clarity Act, a crypto market structure bill, calling it 'corrupt' and arguing it benefits special interests. The bill needs significant Democratic support to pass.