The SEC's Reg CA proposal offers a safe harbor for existing tokens to transition from securities to non-securities, but it is not a green light for new ICOs. Established, decentralized...
The EU's DSA placed ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox into the VLOP tier due to over 45 million monthly users, but Anthropic's Claude escaped. This analysis explores why, and what it...
Kalshi has issued its first-ever permanent ban to former Rep. George Santos over State of the Union trading, highlighting the regulatory and ethical challenges of political prediction markets. This move...
The Blockchain Association refutes large banks' claims that stablecoins will cause community bank deposit outflows, citing FDIC data showing 87% of deposits are already held by non-community banks. The group...
A Ningbo court's first conviction for smuggling crypto miners under 'prohibited goods' rules raises legal questions, as mining hardware isn't explicitly banned. The ruling may tighten import enforcement, pushing mining...
Japan's FSA proposes exempting trust-type stablecoins from certain tax reporting duties in a 2027 tax reform, aiming to reduce compliance burdens and boost stablecoin adoption. The move could make Japan...
Sberbank forecasts $46 billion in first-year crypto trading volume under Russia's new regulations effective Sept. 1, 2026. The projection signals a cautious but significant move toward regulated crypto adoption, with...
Chainalysis has protested ICE's $95 million sole-source contract award to TRM Labs, marking the largest blockchain analytics deal in U.S. government history. The dispute highlights intensifying competition and the growing...
Chainalysis has sued ICE, alleging the agency rigged a $95 million blockchain contract for TRM Labs. The case highlights fierce competition in blockchain analytics and raises questions about procurement transparency...
Anthropic faces a lawsuit from Sony and Warner for allegedly using torrented music to train Claude. The case highlights AI data provenance issues, with blockchain offering potential solutions.
South Korea's mandatory simulated trading rule for leveraged ETFs has slashed trading volumes by over 90% from June's peak, cooling a market that once dominated the nation's stock exchange. The...
The ICBA demands a full ban on stablecoin rewards in the CLARITY Act, warning of a potential $1.3 trillion deposit outflow. This could reshape the stablecoin market and intensify regulatory...
The CFTC fined a White House staffer for betting on Trump speeches via Kalshi, highlighting regulatory risks in political prediction markets. Kalshi warns users as compliance scrutiny intensifies.
A former White House staffer was fined $173,000 by the CFTC for betting on the 2024 election via Kalshi, highlighting regulatory risks in prediction markets. The action could deter participation...
The CFTC has fined a former White House teleprompter operator for insider trading on Kalshi's prediction markets, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny of event contracts and non-public information abuse. This landmark...
Reform UK has dropped crypto sponsors amid a darknet bitcoin seizure, signaling a potential shift in political optics. While policy remains unchanged, the move highlights the reputational risks and regulatory...
The CFTC fined a former White House staffer $172,000 for insider trading on Kalshi event contracts, marking the agency's second such case against a federal employee. The action signals increased...
INTERPOL's Operation Jackal IV arrested 58 people and identified 263 suspects in a global crackdown on crypto investment fraud, including a 'Crime-as-a-Service' network in Argentina. The operation highlights the professionalization...
CXMT, China's top DRAM maker, has sued the US DoD over its 'Chinese Military Company' listing, denying any military ties. The case highlights rising US-China tech tensions and could set...
UK police have seized $1.4 million in crypto linked to dark web markets, demonstrating the lasting traceability of illicit funds. This case highlights the growing effectiveness of blockchain analytics and...
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