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- 012d agoSberbank Gains Crypto Exchange Approval as Russia Expands Regulated Digital Asset Market
- 02Sep 30, 2026Crypto Industry Spends $8 Million Lobbying for Clarity Act as Senate Effort Stalls
- 0323h agoCircle’s USDC Designated Significant E‑Money Token Under EU MiCA
- 04Sep 30, 2026SEC Transfer-Agent Reform Raises Stakes for Tokenized Securities and Ownership Records
- 056d agoU.S. May Seize Nearly $1 Billion in Iranian Crypto Assets by the End of This Week
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Kalshi Defends Trading Volume Patterns as CFTC Moves to Expand Prediction Market Oversight
Kalshi attributes recurring trade sizes to market makers as the CFTC moves to strengthen federal oversight of event contracts. State court rulings continue to challenge the platform's regulatory position.
South Korea Plans November Crypto Tax Guidelines Ahead of 22% Levy in 2027
South Korea plans November 2026 crypto tax guidelines ahead of a 22% levy on qualifying annual gains above 2.5 million won from January 2027, with staking, DeFi taxation and exchange reporting still unresolved.
South Korea Moves to Block 27 Foreign Crypto Exchange Websites Over Registration Violations
South Korea is moving to block 27 unregistered foreign crypto exchange websites, including KuCoin and MEXC, expanding enforcement beyond mobile apps and raising concerns over user access to funds.
South Korea Introduces Court Procedures to Seize and Liquidate Crypto Assets for Debt Recovery
South Korea will allow courts to seize and sell debtor crypto assets from Nov. 1. New rules establish procedures for freezing, transferring, and liquidating cryptocurrencies in debt cases.
Sberbank Gains Crypto Exchange Approval as Russia Expands Regulated Digital Asset Market
Sberbank received approval to offer crypto exchange services in Russia’s regulated market. The move expands institutional crypto access while keeping trading activity under central bank oversight.
New York Secures $35 Million Settlement and Industry Ban Against Alex Mashinsky
New York secured a settlement imposing up to $35 million in conditional financial obligations and a permanent industry ban on former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky. The agreement adds state-level penalties to his federal fraud sentence and exis
U.S. May Seize Nearly $1 Billion in Iranian Crypto Assets by the End of This Week
U.S. pressure on Iranian-linked crypto assets could increase regulatory scrutiny and market uncertainty, while the price impact will depend on whether confiscated assets remain frozen or are eventually sold.
UK Sanctions Crypto Platforms Accused of Supporting Russian Financial Networks
The UK sanctioned crypto and payment platforms linked to Russian financial networks, targeting services accused of helping circumvent restrictions through shared infrastructure and successor brands.
French Hill Says SEC and CFTC Crypto Rules Cannot Replace CLARITY Act
French Hill says SEC and CFTC crypto rules cannot replace the CLARITY Act, arguing legislation would provide a more durable framework as Senate negotiations remain unresolved.
CFTC Unveils New Cryptocurrency Rules in Shift Toward Federal Oversight
The CFTC is preparing CTX and CAM, its first formal crypto rules, offering exchanges a federal framework for trading, custody and investor protections while Congress remains stalled.
OKX Moves to Tokenize 63 NYSE Stocks Under New SEC Framework
OKX seeks SEC approval to tokenize 63 NYSE stocks, with issuer objections and regulatory requirements still standing between the proposal and trading.
Brazil Election Puts Crypto Rules at a Crossroads as Lula and Bolsonaro Rival Lead Final Poll
Brazil’s election comes as crypto rules tighten, with Lula at 45% and Flávio Bolsonaro at 42% in the final Datafolha poll and no specific crypto proposal listed for Bolsonaro.
Binance Tightens Brazil Crypto Transfers With Mandatory Cross-Border Disclosures
Binance will require Brazilian users to disclose the purpose and counterparties of international crypto transfers from Nov. 1, expanding compliance under Brazil’s foreign exchange framework.
SEC Proposes Crypto Custody Framework, Opening Path for Self-Custody and State-Chartered Trusts
The SEC proposed a crypto custody rule clarifying safekeeping, recordkeeping and audit requirements for investment advisers and funds. It could permit self-custody in certain cases and allow state-chartered trusts to act as custodians.
Ghana’s $21B Crypto Market Drives Licensing Push as Stablecoin Oversight Expands
Ghana’s estimated $21B annual crypto transaction market is accelerating regulatory efforts. The IMF has called for stronger licensing rules and stablecoin oversight as the SEC expands its sandbox to 20 businesses.
Crypto Industry Spends $8 Million Lobbying for Clarity Act as Senate Effort Stalls
Crypto interests spent about $8 million lobbying for the Clarity Act in the first half of 2026, but the bill remains stalled in the Senate as the industry shifts attention toward future negotiations and regulatory engagement.
SEC Transfer-Agent Reform Raises Stakes for Tokenized Securities and Ownership Records
The SEC’s proposed transfer-agent rule updates could help accommodate tokenized securities, but fragmented ownership records risk recreating the recordkeeping problems behind Wall Street’s historic Paperwork Crisis.
Clarity Act Stalls in Senate as Crypto Regulation Debate Deepens Along Party Lines
The Clarity Act has stalled in the Senate, as Republicans criticize Democratic opposition to legislation intended to establish clearer U.S. digital asset rules and consumer protections.
Belarus Registers First Crypto Banks as New Framework Integrates Banking and Digital Assets
Belarus has registered its first two crypto banks under Decree No. 19. They still need National Bank approval before launching integrated fiat and digital-asset services, expected in H2 2026.
SEC Releases New Crypto Framework Clarifying Token Classification and Securities Rules
The SEC released new crypto guidance covering liquid staking, token buybacks, protocol development, marketing, and secondary markets. The document explains when certain activities may or may not create investment contract concerns.
Brazil Expands Crypto Oversight With $10,000 Reporting Rules for Self-Custody Wallet Transfers
Brazil will require reporting of self-custody crypto wallet transfers above $10,000 as part of expanded AML oversight. New rules also tighten requirements for crypto service providers.
US Weighs Global Initiative to Expand Dollar-Backed Stablecoins and Boost Treasury Demand
The U.S. is considering promoting dollar-backed stablecoins overseas to reinforce the dollar’s global role and potentially increase demand for U.S. Treasuries.
a16z Seeks SEC Exemption for DEXs as TradFi Pushback Looms
a16z and DeFi Education Fund ask the SEC to exempt non-custodial DEXs and developers from exchange rules, while proposing a separate pathway for centralized crypto trading platforms.
Patrick Witt Defends Trump Crypto Ties After Senate Clarity Act Setback
Patrick Witt defended Trump’s crypto ties after the Senate failed to advance the Clarity Act, saying the White House had accepted significant ethics restrictions during negotiations.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Challenges Banks in Growing Stablecoin Rewards Fight
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong defends USDC rewards as banks seek tighter rules, arguing stablecoins are fully reserved and fundamentally different from fractional-reserve bank deposits.
Coinbase CEO Says Crypto Cannot Wait for Congress as CLARITY Act Stalls
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said crypto cannot wait for Congress after the CLARITY Act stalled, adding that regulatory clarity for the industry will arrive regardless.
CLARITY Act Passage Odds Fall to 8% on Kalshi After Senate Vote Fails to Reach 60 Votes
CLARITY Act approval odds for passage by year-end fell to 8% on Kalshi after a preliminary Senate vote failed to reach the 60 votes needed to advance the bill.
White House Crypto Adviser Says Trump Made Historic Compromise to Advance CLARITY Act
White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt said Trump made a historic compromise on the CLARITY Act, but the bill still faces political opposition and concerns over ethics rules and DeFi regulation.
Senator Cynthia Lummis Says “Big Things Are Coming” as Crypto Legislation Moves Forward
Senator Cynthia Lummis hinted at major crypto developments ahead as lawmakers continue discussions on the CLARITY Act and digital asset regulations.