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Malta's Regulatory Agency Consults on Framework for Software-Driven Organizations in DeFi
Malta's regulator proposes a DeFi rulebook recognizing DAOs, seeking industry feedback on a legal framework under the MiCA regulation for software-governed organizations.
CFTC Concludes Action Against Celsius Founder Alexander Mashinsky with Permanent Trading Ban
Celsius founder Alexander Mashinsky faces a permanent trading ban and fraud conviction after misleading customers about safety and profitability.
$8.3 Million Series A Secured by Range as Financial Institutions Demand Enhanced Risk Management for Stablecoins
Range secures $8.3M in Series A funding to enhance pre-execution risk controls for stablecoins, positioning itself as a key financial infrastructure provider.
Hyperliquid Faces Backlash Over Sanctioned Wallet Restrictions, Bybit Users at Risk
Hyperliquid's strict measures against HTX-linked wallets draw criticism, raising concerns over excessive sanction interpretations affecting users and broader crypto…
Federal Reserve Proposes New Rules for Stablecoin Oversight Amid Mixed Reactions from Officials
Jerome Powell endorses the Fed's new stablecoin policies aimed at customer evaluation and anti-money laundering, while Kevin Warsh abstains.
New Regulatory Proposal Aims to Strengthen Customer Identification for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act
U.S. regulators propose new customer ID rules for stablecoin issuers, aiming to enhance compliance and prevent financial crimes. Public comments welcome.
Nigeria Dominates Stablecoin Market in Sub-Saharan Africa Amid Regulatory Developments
The IMF warns that Nigeria's rapid adoption of stablecoins could diminish demand for the naira, complicating monetary policy amid rising crypto regulation.
Ireland Expands Regulations on Crypto in Comprehensive Financial Crime Strategy
Ireland launches a new financial crime action plan enhancing safeguards around crypto-assets to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
XRP Ledger's Role in Institutional Settlements: Legal Clarity Needed for Expansion
XRP Ledger facilitates tokenized US Treasury settlements by major firms like JPMorgan. The technology surpasses current legal frameworks, awaiting the CLARITY Act.
BitGo Secures Angela Ang as New APAC Managing Director to Bolster Institutional Crypto Services
BitGo hires Angela Ang as APAC Managing Director, focusing on expanding institutional access to regulated digital asset services in Asia-Pacific.
Conio Gains Crucial MiCAR Authorization as EU Regulatory Deadline Looms
Conio, an Italian fintech, secures MiCAR authorization, enabling it to offer crypto services in compliance with EU regulations before the deadline.
Joint Efforts by Ghana and UK Lead to $15.1M Cryptocurrency Recovery from Global Scam
Ghana and the UK collaborate to recover $15.1M from a cross-border cryptocurrency scam, dismantling a Chinese-Malaysian organized crime syndicate.
CME Group Initiates Legal Battle Against CFTC Over Perpetual Futures Regulations
CME Group plans to sue CFTC over its approval of U.S. perpetual futures, challenging the classification and pushing for regulatory changes.
Zimbabwe’s FIU Requires Registration for Crypto Service Providers to Enhance Regulation
Zimbabwe's central bank's Financial Intelligence Unit mandates formal registration for virtual asset service providers, enhancing regulatory compliance in crypto.
New House Bill May Restrict Tax Benefits for Cryptocurrency Investors
New House proposal could limit crypto investors' loss-harvesting strategies by applying wash sale rules to digital assets, impacting tax advantages.
'Bitcoin Rodney': Florida Resident Faces Charges in $1.8 Billion Crypto Scam as He Pleads Guilty
Bitcoin Rodney pleads guilty to $1.8 billion crypto fraud, running an unlicensed money business linked to HyperFund's fraudulent scheme.
SEC Advances Toward Tokenized Stock Regulations as Coinbase Prepares for U.S. Market Entry
The SEC is nearing a regulatory exemption for tokenized stock trading, paving the way for Coinbase and other crypto firms to launch innovative equity products.
Oman's New National Bitcoin Mining Pool: Omanhash.om Sets a Precedent for Regulation
Oman has launched Omanhash.om, a mandatory national Bitcoin mining pool that centralizes operations and enhances regulatory compliance for licensed miners.
Trace Finance Secures $32 Million to Expand Global Stablecoin Payment Solutions
Trace Finance has raised $32M to enhance cross-border stablecoin settlements, aiming to connect blockchain payments with traditional banking systems.
Bybit Listed on Singapore's Regulatory Warning List Amid Licensing Questions
Singapore's MAS has placed Bybit on its Investor Alert List due to licensing issues, warning investors about the unregulated crypto exchange.
