Coinbase Expands Its Ecosystem, Tapping into Multi-Trillion Dollar Market with New Token Platform
In a strategic move to capture more of the booming digital asset market, Coinbase Global is launching a platform for early token access.
Senators Launch Bid to Hand Crypto Keys to the CFTC
A new Senate bill is aiming to put the CFTC in the driver’s seat of US crypto regulation.
The Tokenization Gold Rush Has a Regulation Problem, Global Watchdog Says
IOSCO, the global securities regulator, stated that the rush to link traditional assets like stocks to crypto tokens is creating a Wild West of new risks for investors.
UK Takes Major Step to Tame Crypto, as BoE Unveils Systemic Stablecoin Plan
The United Kingdom has launched a decisive move to bring the crypto world into the fold of traditional finance, with the Bank of England publishing its proposed regulatory regime for “systemic stablecoins.”
Japan Aims to Fortify Crypto Ecosystem with Proposed Custodian Licensing Regime
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) is considering a new licensing system that would require these service providers to register with authorities, creating a more resilient and secure financial infrastructure.
Crypto Industry Wins Key Tax Clarity as IRS Sanctions Staking for ETPs
In a significant win for the digital asset industry, the IRS has issued guidance creating a safe harbor for crypto staking within exchange-traded products (ETPs).
CFTC’s Pham Leverages Existing Authority to Bring Spot Crypto to DCMs, Reshaping Market Structure
Acting CFTC Chair Caroline Pham is initiating a fundamental change in US crypto market structure.
As EU Forges Compromise on Digital Euro, Italian Banks Offer Cautious, Cost-Conscious Backing
Following a key political agreement among EU finance ministers on the digital euro’s framework, Italy’s banking sector has offered cautious support for the project.
Ledger’s New York Ambitions Signal Next Growth Phase for Crypto Security
Ledger is strategically positioning itself for a new phase of growth, with a capital raise planned for next year that could include a New York IPO.
JPMorgan Predicts $170K as Volatility Eases
JPMorgan is forecasting a dramatic rise for Bitcoin to $170,000, contingent on the cryptocurrency becoming less volatile compared to gold.
Irish Regulator Sanctions Coinbase Europe with Reprimand and €21.5M Fine for Pervasive AML Control Deficiencies
The Central Bank of Ireland has publicly reprimanded and fined Coinbase Europe Limited €21,464,734 for fundamental failures in its anti-money laundering framework.
Japan’s Biggest Banks to Test Common Stablecoin with Regulator’s Blessing
In a powerful show of unity, Japan’s three banking giants—Mizuho, MUFG, and SMBC—are collaborating on a shared stablecoin project with the full support of the national financial regulator.
Hong Kong Enters Tokenization Era with Landmark Franklin Templeton Fund
Hong Kong has ushered in a new phase for its financial sector with the launch of its first tokenized fund by Franklin Templeton.
Mastercard Partners with Ripple, Gemini to Test Stablecoin Settlement for Card Payments
Mastercard is collaborating with Ripple and Gemini to pilot the use of stablecoins for settling card transactions. The initiative will utilize the RLUSD stablecoin on the XRPL blockchain.
UK Accelerates Crypto Ambitions with Forthcoming Stablecoin Regulation
As part of a sweeping modernization of its financial markets, the UK will unveil its proposed stablecoin regulations on November 10.
