REGULATION
US Sanctions Cambodian Senator Over $10B Scam Network
US OFAC sanctions Cambodian Senator Kok An for running scam centers tied to $10 billion in losses, targeting crypto users through 'pig butchering' schemes.
New York, Illinois Ban Officials From Prediction Markets
New York and Illinois ban state employees from prediction market betting to curb insider trading amid surging market volumes.
Adam Back Rejects Satoshi Claims at LONGITUDE Paris
Blockstream CEO Adam Back denies being Satoshi Nakamoto, while crypto leaders at LONGITUDE Paris discuss regulatory risks and industry growth.
What ‘Fully Backed’ Means for Stablecoins Like USDT and USDC
Stablecoins claim to be 'fully backed,' but asset quality, verification, and regulatory standards vary. Here's what traders need to know.
Banking Group Seeks Delay on GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
American Bankers Association requests 60-day extension to comment on GENIUS Act regulations, potentially delaying U.S. stablecoin implementation.
Thailand SEC Proposes Crypto Derivatives Expansion
Thailand's SEC seeks input on rule changes allowing crypto firms to offer futures directly, aiming to boost market access and align with global standards.
UK FCA Raids Illegal P2P Crypto Traders, Tightens Oversight
In a first, the UK FCA targets unregistered P2P crypto trading with nationwide raids, signaling a tougher stance on illicit activity in digital assets.
MiCA Deadline Looms: Small Crypto Firms Face EU Compliance Crunch
EU's MiCA regulation demands compliance by July 1, 2026, forcing smaller crypto firms to adapt or exit as costs and consolidation rise.
Russia Advances Crypto Bill as First Reading Passes State Duma
Russia's parliament moves forward with a crypto bill mandating licensed intermediaries and imposing strict penalties on unregistered platforms.
Coinbase Moves NY Prediction Market Case to Federal Court
Coinbase shifts NY lawsuit over prediction markets to federal court, spotlighting CFTC vs. state regulators' jurisdiction battle.