Regulation
U.S. Regulator OCC Clarifies How Banks Can Handle Network 'Gas Fees'
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency explained to the national banks it oversees how they can hold crypto for paying gas fees.
Tokyo Exchange Operator Mulls Limits on Digital Asset Treasury Firms: Report
The operator is considering stricter enforcement of listing rules and audits to protect investors, Bloomberg reported.
Pooled Order Books in the Crosshairs as EU Regulators Look to Tighten MiCA Oversight
The European Securities and Markets Authority is preparing to take greater, more centralized control of crypto regulation across the 27-country trading block, according to reports.
Kraken Co-CEO Says UK Crypto Promotion Rules May Harm Retail Investors: FT
Arjun Sethi said questionnaires and warnings about potential financial loss slow down transaction times while asset prices are moving.
Brazil’s Central Bank Sets Crypto Rules, Establishes up to $7M Capital Bar for Firms
The rules classify crypto activities as subject to foreign exchange and capital market rules, and require reporting of international transactions.
Since Trump's Election, Crypto Has Experienced a Wild Year-Long Ride
The industry's staunch ally (and sometimes business partner) in the White House has brought a flood of drama, both good and bad.
UK Stablecoin Rules Will Be in Place 'as Quickly as the U.S.,' BOE Says: Bloomberg
BOE Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden tied the need to impose caps on stablecoin holdings to the U.K.'s mortgage market, which relies on commercial bank lending.
Trump Says He Wants U.S. to Be ‘The Bitcoin Superpower,’ Cites Competition From China
In a Miami speech, the U.S. president said his orders ended a “war on crypto,” mentioned that crypto helps the dollar and warned China could gain if Washington stumbles.
Canada Begins March Toward Stablecoin Regulations
In the wake of the U.S. GENIUS Act, Canadian lawmakers are moving on Canadian-dollar-backed stablecoin legislation, which is being cheered by crypto interests.
Chainlink, Apex Group Test Onchain Stablecoin Compliance With Bermuda Regulator
The system provides regulators with real-time visibility into a stablecoin's backing and circulation, automating compliance checks onchain.
