Government policy, laws and regulation shaping digital assets and the future of money.
Swiss-regulated crypto bank AMINA and Nasdaq-listed wealth manager Metalpha Technology are teaming up to launch new crypto investment products for Hong Kong’s professional investors. Their first offering is the Principal Fund I, a crypto equity fund designed to give qualified clients secure and regulated exposure to the digital asset market. The partnership comes as institutional … Read more
The stablecoin market is experiencing rapid growth, but new regulations and rising competitors are putting pressure on the largest player, Tether (USDT). While Tether holds nearly 60% of the market, a recent article from Motley Fool identifies three key challengers that could disrupt its position. The newly passed GENIUS Act introduces a stricter regulatory framework … Read more
Crypto exchange Kraken recently met with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force to discuss the tokenization of traditional assets and its tokenized trading system. The meeting included representatives from Kraken and a law firm, focusing on the regulatory and legal aspects of operating such a system and the potential benefits of … Read more
According to data from August 24, 2025, the Tron blockchain has solidified its position as the top network for stablecoin transfers, surpassing Ethereum. Tron processed a daily USDT volume of $23.5 billion, compared to Ethereum’s $20 billion. This leadership is attributed to Tron’s lower transaction fees and faster processing speeds, which make it a more … Read more
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning significant reforms to its digital asset rules, aiming to better integrate crypto into the country’s mainstream financial system. The proposed changes, expected to take effect in fiscal 2026, focus on both tax and regulatory updates. The first key change is a revision of the tax code. The FSA … Read more
Beginning January 1, 2026, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) will implement the Basel Committee’s international standards for cryptocurrency capital requirements. This new regulation will directly impact how banks in Hong Kong manage their exposure to a wide range of digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). Industry experts anticipate that … Read more
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has received a MiCA license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), which will allow it to provide virtual asset services throughout the European Union. This new license, combined with its existing MiFID II approval, enables Gemini to operate in over 30 European countries. Gemini stated that this achievement highlights its dedication … Read more
In Russia, a new political effort is challenging the central bank’s opposition to digital assets. Several members of parliament from the “New People” party have formally requested that the Central Bank of Russia license and regulate cryptocurrency exchanges. They argue that this would help control the country’s large, unregulated crypto market. The lawmakers believe that … Read more
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently hinted at a possible shift to an easier monetary policy, suggesting that the central bank might soon lower interest rates. This statement, made at the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium, has increased market expectations for a rate cut as early as the Fed’s September meeting. The news had an … Read more
A US District Judge in New York has lifted a temporary restraining order on Hayden Davis, the creator of the LIBRA memecoin, allowing him to access millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. The ruling allows Davis to move $58 million in USDC and 500 million LIBRA tokens in monthly increments. The decision permits Davis to transfer … Read more