REGULATION
Tether Unveils GELT Stablecoin Tied to Georgian Lari
Tether partners with Georgia to launch GELT stablecoin under new rules aimed at boosting cross-border commerce and digital payments.
Kalshi Backs Lobby Group to Defend Prediction Markets
Kalshi launches Americans for Fair Markets to counter casino interests and influence federal policy on prediction markets.
SEC Delays Tokenized Stock 'Innovation Exemption' After Pushback
The SEC halts its plan to ease regulations for tokenized stock trading, citing concerns over third-party issuance and ownership verification.
SEC's Peirce Limits Tokenized Stock Exemption Scope
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce clarified the agency's tokenized stock exemption would only cover digital versions of existing equities, excluding synthetic tokens.
US Lawmakers Push Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill, ARMA Gains Traction
The American Reserve Modernization Act (ARMA) seeks to establish a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, aiming to acquire 1 million BTC over five years.
South Korea's 22% Crypto Tax Faces Pushback with 50K Petition Signatures
A petition opposing South Korea's 22% crypto tax garners over 50,000 signatures, forcing a government review as investor concerns mount.
CFTC and NHL Partner to Regulate Prediction Markets
The CFTC signs a memorandum with the NHL to oversee prediction markets, reinforcing its claim of exclusive jurisdiction amid regulatory conflicts.
Injective (INJ)Launches Policy Institute to Shape DeFi Regulation
Injective (INJ)debuts the Injective Policy Institute to influence U.S. regulatory frameworks for DeFi, onchain derivatives, and stablecoins.
Fed Proposes 'Skinny' Accounts, Pauses Tier 3 Applications
The Federal Reserve introduces 'skinny' accounts for fintech and crypto firms, suspending Tier 3 applications until December 2026 amid regulatory review.
US PARITY Act Pushes IRS to Study Crypto Tax Exemptions
The PARITY Act directs the IRS to evaluate de minimis crypto exemptions, targeting reduced tax burdens for small transactions. Here's what it means.