REGULATION
Bitcoin Depot (BTM) Faces Survival Doubts After $20M Legal Hit
Bitcoin Depot cites 'substantial doubt' over its future amid $20M legal judgments, revenue collapse, and regulatory challenges.
ICE, CME Push U.S. Regulators to Target Hyperliquid's Commodity Perps
ICE and CME call for tighter regulation of Hyperliquid's decentralized commodity derivatives, citing risks to energy markets.
Myanmar Proposes Life in Prison for Crypto Scammers
Myanmar's military government proposes severe penalties for crypto fraud, including life imprisonment and death, amid ongoing crypto ban.
A16z Calls for SEC Clarity on Tokenized Securities Framework
Andreessen Horowitz outlines principles for tokenized securities regulation, urging SEC to modernize rules while preserving market integrity.
CFTC Eases Reporting Rules for Prediction Markets Amid Jurisdiction Battle
The CFTC grants regulatory relief to prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, offering clarity on event contract reporting amid federal-state disputes.
Polymarket (POLY) Volume Drops 8.9% Amid Rising Competition
Polymarket's April trading volume fell 8.9% to $10.2B as rivals like Kalshi gain ground, raising questions about the platform's U.S. expansion and regulatory hurdles.
South Korea Crypto Market Drops 50% as Stocks Surge
South Korea's crypto holdings plunged 50% in a year, with trading volumes collapsing as investors pivot to stocks and regulators tighten oversight.
Paxos Defines Six Layers for Stablecoin Payment Systems
Paxos highlights the six critical layers for stablecoin payment infrastructure, addressing licensing, custody, and regulatory hurdles.
Circle Comments on OCC's GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
Circle weighs in on the OCC's proposed GENIUS Act rules, pushing for strong U.S. standards to guide global stablecoin adoption.
Kalshi, Hyperliquid Defy Dutch Ban as Polymarket Exit Raises Stakes
Kalshi and Hyperliquid continue serving Dutch users despite Polymarket's February ban, highlighting regulatory gaps in Europe's crackdown on crypto prediction markets.