Crypto Regulation
AML Fines Hit $1B in 2025, Surpassing SEC Crackdowns
AML fines surged to $1.06B in H1 2025, overtaking SEC actions as the dominant regulatory risk for crypto firms, per CertiK's report.
Israel Approves First Shekel-Pegged Stablecoin by Bits of Gold
Israel's regulator approves BILS, a shekel-pegged stablecoin, marking a milestone in crypto oversight after a two-year pilot program.
Canada Moves to Ban Crypto Political Donations Amid Transparency Push
Canada's Bill C-25 aims to ban crypto political donations, citing transparency and foreign interference concerns. Lawmakers push for stricter election finance rules.
MiCA Stifles Euro Stablecoins with Strict Rules, Report Warns
New report says MiCA regulations make euro stablecoins safe but uncompetitive, as EU debates potential MiCA 2 overhaul to address market gaps.
Banking Circle Expands Stablecoin Settlement Services with CASP License
Banking Circle launches stablecoin settlement services with MiCA-compliant assets, joining Europe's competitive regulated crypto market.
Morgan Stanley Launches Stablecoin Reserves Fund Amid Rising Demand
Morgan Stanley unveils a compliant stablecoin reserves fund, allowing issuers to earn interest while aligning with GENIUS Act regulations.
Adam Back Rejects Satoshi Claims at LONGITUDE Paris
Blockstream CEO Adam Back denies being Satoshi Nakamoto, while crypto leaders at LONGITUDE Paris discuss regulatory risks and industry growth.
UK FCA Raids Illegal P2P Crypto Traders, Tightens Oversight
In a first, the UK FCA targets unregistered P2P crypto trading with nationwide raids, signaling a tougher stance on illicit activity in digital assets.
MiCA Deadline Looms: Small Crypto Firms Face EU Compliance Crunch
EU's MiCA regulation demands compliance by July 1, 2026, forcing smaller crypto firms to adapt or exit as costs and consolidation rise.
Russia Advances Crypto Bill as First Reading Passes State Duma
Russia's parliament moves forward with a crypto bill mandating licensed intermediaries and imposing strict penalties on unregistered platforms.