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Bastion Platforms Receives Initial OCC Approval for Trust Bank Charter Focused on Stablecoins
Bastion Platforms gains conditional OCC approval for a national trust bank charter, enabling federally regulated stablecoin custody and payment services.
Lemon Withdraws from Brazilian Market Amid High Crypto Licensing Costs
Lemon exits Brazil due to costly crypto licensing requirements, closing 15,000 accounts and prioritizing operations in Argentina, Peru, and Colombia.
Vietnam Prepares to Regulate Crypto Assets as Licensing Plan Kicks Off in 2026
Vietnam is set to license its first crypto-asset service providers in 2026, partnering with Austria for enhanced financial supervision and regulatory expertise.
Former Hong Kong Banker Sentenced to Four Years for Fraud and Cryptocurrency Bribery
A former banker in Hong Kong was sentenced to four years for $1.6B in false credit schemes and $470K in cryptocurrency bribes, impacting the financial sector.
Ripple's Legal Head Advocates for Cohesion in Crypto Industry Following CLARITY Act Setback
Ripple's legal chief emphasizes the need for unity in the crypto industry after the CLARITY Act's failure in the Senate revealed deep divisions.
Argentina Joins Global Framework to Report Cryptocurrency Transactions by 2029
Argentina will begin sharing crypto transaction data globally by 2029, enhancing tax compliance and curbing evasion in collaboration with 77 jurisdictions.
Concerns Raised Over Centralized Crypto Regulation Under MiCA by BaFin Representative
BaFin warns that centralized oversight of MiCA could impose additional burdens on crypto firms, reducing flexibility in rule application for service providers.
BlackRock Advocates for Interchangeability of Stablecoins and Bank Money
BlackRock emphasizes the necessity for stablecoins to align with bank deposits and central-bank money to function effectively as regulated settlement assets.
Reevaluating Trading Platforms in Light of Industry Disruptions and Regulatory Evolution
Traders are reassessing platform choices due to industry risks and regulatory changes, favoring decentralized exchanges like edgeX for security and flexibility.
European Banks Rapidly Expand Their Role in Crypto Sector, Now 23% of MiCA Register
Banks have doubled their presence on the EU MiCA crypto provider list, now accounting for nearly 23% of registered providers, highlighting a significant shift in the…
Morning Minute: SEC Unveils Innovation Exemption to Propel Tokenized Stock Trading
The SEC has approved an Innovation Exemption allowing tokenized US stocks to trade on public blockchains without national exchange registration.
Seven Arrested in UAE and Sweden for $7.1 Million Crypto Money Laundering Linked to Organized Crime
UAE and Sweden arrest seven in a $7.1M crypto laundering ring linked to organized crime and contract killings following extensive investigations.
US Authorities Pursue $61 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to Iranian Oil Sales
Federal prosecutors in New York are seeking $61 million in crypto forfeiture tied to illicit Iranian oil sales funding military and terrorism.
Bolivia's New Cryptocurrency Regulation Efforts Aligned with IMF Economic Program
Bolivia plans to enhance crypto regulations as part of IMF reforms, aiming to combat illicit capital outflows and ensure financial stability.
New Developments Arise Over Binance's MiCA Application Following Lagarde's Alleged Intervention
Binance's MiCA bid faces renewed scrutiny after Christine Lagarde's reported intervention against its approval in Greece, raising issues surrounding crypto regulations.
BitGo Welcomes Alex Rozman as New Chief Compliance Officer
BitGo appoints Alex Rozman as Chief Compliance Officer to lead compliance and financial crime programs as the company expands its regulated services.
Former SEC Official Critiques Agency's Expansion of Crypto Regulations
John Reed Stark criticizes the SEC's proposed crypto regulations, arguing they exceed authority and conflict with Congressional mandates following the failed CLARITY Act.
U.S. Targets Iran's BitBank with Sanctions for Facilitating Transactions for IRGC Through Bitcoin
The US sanctions Iranian crypto exchange BitBank for processing Bitcoin payments linked to the IRGC and maritime schemes in the Strait of Hormuz.
StablecoinX Secures Permanent Waiver for ENA Token Holdings Ahead of October Release
StablecoinX's ENA lock-up waiver ends on Oct. 5, 2026, allowing free access to its holdings while maintaining sales controls, per SEC filings.
CFTC Introduces Conditional Relief for Software Developers in Derivatives Trading
The CFTC grants conditional broker registration relief to passive software developers, facilitating compliance with derivatives trading regulations.
