REGULATION
Bitcoin ETF Ownership Drops as Hedge Funds Sell, Banks Add
Hedge funds slashed Bitcoin ETF holdings by 39% in Q1 2026, while banks doubled exposure. BTC price volatility and regulatory shifts shape the market.
Why Regulated Stablecoins Are Key for Institutions in 2026
Institutions need regulated stablecoins for compliance, risk management, and operational certainty. GENIUS Act and MiCA set the rules.
US Democrats Seek FTC Probe Into Prediction Markets
Nine House Democrats urge FTC to investigate prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket for alleged deceptive practices and regulatory evasion.
Israel’s Crypto Tax Amnesty Falls Short, Only $50M Reported
Israel's crypto tax amnesty program, targeting up to $1B in disclosures, has drawn only $50M so far, raising compliance concerns ahead of the August deadline.
EU MiCA Deadline Pressures Crypto Firms to Secure Licenses
With the EU MiCA deadline on July 1, unlicensed crypto firms must secure authorization or exit, affecting millions of users.
FCA Warns Premier League Clubs Against Risky Crypto Deals
FCA cautions Premier League clubs against sponsorships with unauthorized crypto firms, citing legal and AML risks, as crypto marketing faces tougher scrutiny.
NYDFS and EU Sign Stablecoin Oversight Pact Under MiCA
New York and EU regulators team up for stablecoin oversight under MiCA, aiming to enhance transparency and stability in the $319B market.
UK Lords Push BoE to Ease GBP Stablecoin Rules
The UK House of Lords warns strict BoE stablecoin rules risk stifling GBP-pegged token innovation. Recommendations prioritize viability and competitiveness.
SEC Draft Plan Prioritizes Digital Assets, Blockchain Through 2030
The SEC's 2026-2030 Strategic Plan emphasizes regulatory clarity for crypto, tokenized offerings, and blockchain infrastructure.
Lawmakers Oppose Labor Dept’s Crypto 401(k) Plan
Top Democrats urge the Labor Department to halt a proposed rule allowing crypto in 401(k) plans, citing volatility and lack of investor protections.