Licensing
Crypto-friendly fintech Revolut gains full UK banking license
The move is a major step in Revolut's goal to become a global digital bank. Services like crypto and stock trading remain separate.
OKX snags European payments license for stablecoin and crypto card expansion
The Payments Institution license, gained in Malta, aligns the exchange with European Union regulatory requirements that take effect in March 2026.
Hyped 'Baby Shark' Token on Story Protocol Drops 90% as Creator Denies Authorizing Isssue
The token, pitched as an official Baby Shark play, was not an authorized product, brand-owner Pinkfong said.
Ghana Plans Crypto Firm Licensing in Response to Growing Demand: Bloomberg
The country's central bank is finalizing a regulatory approval to submit to parliament by September.
Dubai's VARA Has Struck Correct Balance in Licensing Time Frame, Says Senior Official
Senior official Sean McHugh disputed any perception of VARA being a friendlier-than-usual crypto regulator.
Nigeria SEC to Commence Enforcement Action on Unlicensed Crypto Firms: Reports
We are certainly going to commence enforcement actions on anyone who wants to operate in this market and does not have the intention of being regulated, Emomotimi Agama, the SEC's Director General said.
Binance Unit Tokocrypto Is Third Crypto Exchange to Score Full License in Indonesia
More than 30 exchanges still have applications pending.
Qatar Brings in Crypto Rules Framework in a Sign of Web 3 Development in the Middle East
Companies can now apply for a license to become token service providers.
Nigeria Plans to Introduce Crypto Licensing Process: Bloomberg
The SEC wants to issue its first licenses for digital service and tokenized assets as early as this month.
Crypto Exchange Crypto.com Secures Spot on Ireland's Virtual Assets Service Provider Register
The company has also received approval in Dubai, U.K., the Netherlands and Spain.
