Elections
Prediction Markets and Polls Both Got the French Election Wrong
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France Votes for Hung Parliament as Major Parties Fall Short of Majority
The absence of an outright majority could hamper the passing of new legislation, including crypto regulations.
Marine Le Pen's Far-Right National Rally Party Leads in First Round of French Election
The new parliament is likely to be more polarised between left and right wings, making crypto policy development uncertain and difficult, said Mark Foster, the EU policy lead at the Crypto Council for Innovation.
EU Vote See Reelection of Some Officials With Key Roles in Bloc's Crypto Journey
Among the MEPs retaining their seats is Stefan Berger, who steered the landmark MiCA legislation.
Crypto Remains Sidelined as EU Election Kicks Off
Voters will choose the more than 700 MEPs who may drive the next wave of regulation around crypto.
India Springs Election Surprise, Sends Equity Market Crashing With Uncertain Implications for Crypto
Any plans for comprehensive crypto legislation could be kicked further down the road after a weaker-than-forecast showing for the governing party.
Exiled Russian Opposition Leader Launches Blockchain-Based Referendum on Vladimir Putin’s Election Win
The new Arbitrum-powered tool could give Russians critical of Putin a way to anonymously voice their displeasure.
Japan's Embrace of Web3 Uncertain as Ruling Party Under Threat
Liberal Democratic Party leader and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida once called Web3 a “new form of capitalism,” but he faces a party leadership election in September.
In Mexico’s Biggest Election Yet, Crypto Remains on the Sidelines
The favorite to win, Mexico City’s former Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum, is expected to remain aligned with her party’s previous position on crypto, one that focuses more on protecting customers than any explicit legislation.
South Korea’s Ruling and Opposition Parties Make Crypto-Related Poll Promises Ahead of Elections
South Korea's national elections are scheduled for later this year on April 10.
