REGULATION
APAC Leads Global Digital Asset Infrastructure Push
Asia-Pacific dominates with 69% of financial institutions live or piloting digital assets, bolstered by early investment and regulatory clarity.
Kalshi and CFTC Sue Over State-Level Prediction Market Bans
Kalshi and the CFTC file lawsuits against Minnesota and Rhode Island, escalating the battle over state bans on prediction markets.
SEC’s Hester Peirce Defends Crypto Privacy Tools Amid Scrutiny
Hester Peirce asserts privacy-enhancing crypto tools protect investors and compliance, calling for balanced regulation amid rising surveillance concerns.
French AMF Sets June 30 Deadline for Crypto MiCA Compliance
French crypto firms must secure MiCA licenses by June 30, 2026, or face closure, as AMF enforces EU-wide regulatory standards.
VanEck Launches First US Spot BNB ETF (VBNB) on Nasdaq
VanEck debuts the first US spot BNB ETF, VBNB, offering regulated exposure to Binance Coin with a 0.39% fee. Key step for altcoin ETFs.
Argentina Bill Restricts Crypto Use for Online Gambling
Argentina's new bill targets crypto payments for unauthorized online gambling, marking a significant step in regulating digital betting and payment systems.
Aave Labs' Push Secures FCA Approval for UK Stablecoin Ramping
Aave Labs' UK subsidiaries gain FCA registration, advancing regulated stablecoin infrastructure and aligning with upcoming UK crypto rules.
Polymarket Says KYC Limited to Perps Beta, No Changes to Core Platform
Polymarket clarifies KYC applies only to beta product testing, not its main platform, amid regulatory scrutiny and global restrictions.
Crypto Compliance Standards Tighten Sharply by 2026: Chainalysis
Nearly half of crypto firms in 2026 meet compliance standards that were industry-leading in 2020, highlighting a rapidly maturing sector.
CFTC and Gemini Seek to Reverse $5M Settlement in Rare Move
The CFTC and Gemini filed to vacate a $5M settlement tied to 2022 Bitcoin futures allegations, citing flawed whistleblower claims.