Regulation

Policy · 1 week ago UK House of Lords Calls for Comprehensive Digital Asset Strategy The UK House of Lords has mandated HM Treasury to create a formal strategy for digital assets, signaling urgency in the UK's crypto regulatory approach.

Policy · 1 week ago Trump Proposes $5,000 Dividend for Every Adult American Amid Low Approval Ratings President Donald Trump has proposed a $5,000 payout to every adult American if Republicans maintain control of Congress in the upcoming midterms, amid a backdrop of declining approval ratings.

Compliance · 1 week ago Iran Temporarily Suspends 10% Freight Charges on Foreign Energy Vessels Iran has announced a temporary suspension of its 10% freight charge on foreign vessels transporting energy products, a move aimed at easing maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Compliance · 1 week ago Tether Expands USDT Into Private Credit Market Amid Rising Defaults Tether has partnered with Fasanara Capital to launch StableFund, aiming to raise up to $3 billion for private credit investments as defaults in the sector reach five-year highs.

Policy · 1 week ago Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Calls for Senate Action on Clarity Act U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged the Senate to prioritize the Clarity Act, emphasizing its importance for regulating digital assets and maintaining U.S. leadership in the sector.

Compliance · 1 week ago Malone Lam Pleads Guilty to Leading $245 Million Bitcoin Theft Operation Malone Lam, a 22-year-old Singaporean, has pleaded guilty to a racketeering conspiracy involving the theft of over $245 million in Bitcoin, marking a significant case in cryptocurrency crime enforcement.

Compliance · 1 week ago Robinhood CEO Defends Tokenized Stocks Amid AMC CEO's Criticism Robinhood's CEO Vlad Tenev asserts that companies lose control over their stocks once publicly traded, responding to AMC's Adam Aron, who criticizes tokenized equities.

Policy · 1 week ago House Democrats Push for AI Regulation Following Safety Researcher's Alarm Following a resignation letter from a former Anthropic researcher, House Democrats are calling for urgent legislative action to regulate AI development amid concerns of existential risks.

Regulation · 1 week ago Block Seeks OCC Approval for Builders Bank & Trust, a National Crypto Custody Bank Block has filed an application with the OCC to establish Builders Bank & Trust, a national trust bank aimed at providing custody services for bitcoin and stablecoins, pending regulatory approval.

Compliance · 1 week ago UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlements, Provoking Netanyahu's Response The UK government has enacted a policy to sanction Israeli settlements in the West Bank, prompting strong condemnation from Prime Minister Netanyahu. This move is part of a growing international effort to address the contentious issue of Israeli sett

Compliance · 1 week ago SEC Scrutinizes Novel ETF Products Amid Surge in US ETF Assets The SEC has initiated a public comment period regarding the regulation of high-risk ETFs as US ETF assets reach $15.7 trillion, highlighting a shift towards speculative investment strategies.

Compliance · 1 week ago Cosmos Unveils Partner Network to Streamline Digital Asset Infrastructure for Banks Cosmos has launched its Partner Network, featuring BitGo and 16 other firms, to simplify digital asset integration for financial institutions.

Compliance · 1 week ago NJ Lenders Corp Settles Data Breach Lawsuit, Offers Up to $2,500 to Affected Customers NJ Lenders Corp has reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding a data breach that exposed customer information, offering payouts of up to $2,500 to approximately 35,000 affected individuals.

Compliance · 1 week ago Malone Lam Pleads Guilty in $245 Million Cryptocurrency Theft Case Malone Lam, a 22-year-old from Singapore, has pleaded guilty to leading a $245 million cryptocurrency theft ring that utilized social engineering tactics to defraud victims.

Policy · 1 week ago Germany to Implement 25% Tax on Crypto Gains Starting in 2027 Germany's Finance Ministry plans to introduce a 25% tax on cryptocurrency gains from 2027, ending the current tax-free holding period for investors.

Compliance · 1 week ago EU Court Upholds Use of Frozen Russian Assets to Support Ukraine The European Union court has dismissed Hungary's attempt to block profits from frozen Russian assets intended for Ukraine's military support, reinforcing the EU's financial backing amid ongoing conflict.

Policy · 2 weeks ago Senator Lummis Criticizes Democrats as Clarity Act Vote Approaches Senator Cynthia Lummis has condemned Democrats for their role in delaying the Clarity Act, which aims to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets. A key vote is scheduled for next week in the Senate.

Compliance · 2 weeks ago Israel Closes British Consulate Amid European Trade Ban on Settlements Israel has closed its British consulate in Jerusalem and backed Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands, following a trade ban by twelve countries on Israeli settlements, signaling rising international tensions.

Policy · 2 weeks ago Senator Lummis Advocates for CLARITY Act Ahead of Critical Senate Vote Senator Cynthia Lummis is urging support for the CLARITY Act, which aims to clarify digital asset regulation in the U.S. as a crucial Senate vote approaches on September 15, 2026.

Compliance · 2 weeks ago UK Imposes Sanctions and Trade Ban on Israeli Settlements in West Bank The UK has enacted sanctions and a trade ban on Israeli settlements in the West Bank, citing ethnic cleansing concerns. This marks a significant shift in international diplomatic efforts regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict.