DIGITAL ASSETS
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.
WTW Acquires Redefind to Expand Crypto Insurance Services
WTW acquires Redefind to launch crypto recovery insurance in the UK, targeting asset tracing and legal costs as crypto finance demand rises.
Federal vs. State Regulation Reshapes Crypto Rules for 2026
The GENIUS Act and evolving federal regulation shift oversight of digital assets in the U.S., impacting stablecoin issuers, brokers, and consumers.
Vietnam May Allow SMEs to Use Digital Assets for Loans
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance proposes letting SMEs use digital assets like crypto as loan collateral to address a $24B credit gap.
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.
Crypto PACs Spend $9M in Texas, Win Key Races Amid Regulation Talks
Crypto PACs spent $9M on Texas runoffs, boosting allies in Congress as regulatory debates around stablecoins and crypto markets intensify.
SEC’s ‘Crypto Mom’ Hester Peirce to Join Regent Law Faculty
Hester Peirce, SEC Commissioner and crypto advocate, will leave the SEC to join Regent Law, signaling a shift in regulatory leadership.
US Banks Shift Digital Asset Focus to Infrastructure Over ROI
US banks move past 'why crypto?' to tackle infrastructure for stablecoins and tokenized assets, with tech strategy now driving decisions.
Moody’s Predicts US Banks Near Tipping Point for Tokenized Finance
Major US banks see a rapid transition to tokenized finance, per Moody's. The $31.6B market is poised for growth, with banks laying groundwork now.
LMAX Group Rolls Out Digital Asset Collateral Platform for Institutions
LMAX Group launches 'Kiosk,' enabling institutions to use crypto as collateral across multiple asset classes, advancing market integration.
Tokenization Market Hits $320.6B in Q1 2026, Tracks 593 Assets
Tokenization market reaches $320.6B in Q1 2026, with major players like J.P. Morgan and DTCC driving adoption. Key trends and insights.
Russia Proposes Prison Time for Unlicensed Crypto Services
New Russian bill targets unregistered crypto operators with up to 7 years imprisonment and $13,100 fines as Moscow tightens digital asset oversight.
88% of Banks Funded for Digital Assets But Only 16% Live - Fireblocks Survey
New Fireblocks research reveals massive gap between bank digital asset budgets and production deployment, with custody infrastructure the key bottleneck.
Nauru Taps Crypto Entrepreneur Dadvan Yousuf as Trade Commissioner
The Pacific island nation appoints Yousuf to attract digital asset firms, despite his 2023 FINMA enforcement action in Switzerland.
UK Tokenization Market Eyes $873M by 2032 as Chainlink (LINK) Expands European Push
UK's tokenization sector projected to grow 25.79% annually through 2032. Chainlink (LINK) positions infrastructure for Europe's shift from pilots to production.