Regulation News & Analysis
Crypto regulation news — policy, enforcement, and legal developments.
Senate Unveils Updated CLARITY Act Draft Amid Bipartisan Friction
The Senate released a revised CLARITY Act draft with developer protections, but partisan disputes over ethics provisions create legislative hurdles.
US Lawmakers Miss GENIUS Act Deadline, Leaving Stablecoin Issuers in Regulatory Limbo
US Congress missed a key deadline for the GENIUS Act, delaying clear compliance rules for stablecoin issuers and potentially impacting market confidence.
France Bans Polymarket and Orders Internet Service Providers to Block Access
French authorities have officially declared the crypto prediction platform Polymarket illegal and ordered local internet service providers to block access.
Senator Warren Demands 2026 Disclosure of Donald Trump's Crypto Holdings
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has requested detailed reporting on Donald Trump's cryptocurrency earnings following a recent $1.4 billion financial disclosure.
CLARITY Act Passage Odds Drop to Record Low on Polymarket Amid Senate Delays
Polymarket traders have slashed the odds of the CLARITY Act passing to a record low of 31% following delays in the Senate and postponed text releases.
Geopolitical Tensions and Infrastructure Damage Threaten Iran's Crypto Sector as Markets React
Geopolitical conflicts and domestic power grid damage threaten Iran's $7.8 billion crypto sector while sparking global market volatility.
US House Panel and White House Target Regulatory Progress on CLARITY Act
US lawmakers and White House officials are mobilizing to address key provisions of the CLARITY Act, aiming to establish a clear digital asset framework.
Crypto Industry Optimistic for Legislative Progress Following Trump Ethics Meeting
A highly positive meeting with Donald Trump regarding ethics has sparked optimism for the passage of comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation.
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South Korea to Classify Cryptocurrencies as National Assets Under Legislative Reform
South Korea plans to update its 76-year-old asset law to integrate digital assets into its official state asset management framework.
UK Tokenization Roadmap Targets $44 Billion in Annual Economic Value by 2035
The United Kingdom has unveiled a strategic tokenization roadmap designed to generate over $44 billion in annual economic value by 2035.
CFTC Intervenes to Prevent Kalshi From Canceling Trades Ordered by Michigan Court
The CFTC has ordered prediction market Kalshi to honor executed trades, blocking cancellations mandated by a Michigan court and escalating jurisdictional tensions.
Trump Advocates for CLARITY Act Amid Declining Passage Odds
Donald Trump has urged lawmakers to pass the CLARITY Act, a cryptocurrency bill whose chances of enactment have recently hit a yearly low.
US Government Transfers Over $288 Million in Seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime
The United States government has transferred hundreds of millions of dollars in seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime, sparking market speculation.
CLARITY Act Gains Law Enforcement Support Amid Tight Senate Deadline and Declining Odds
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act faces a tight four-week Senate window and falling passage odds despite gaining key law enforcement endorsements.
Trump Urges Senate to Pass CLARITY Act Amid China and AI Competition Concerns
President Trump is pushing the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act, citing competition with China, though discussions face hurdles over official conflicts of interest.
Trump's Shifting Ukraine Rhetoric Sparks Renewed Debate on Cryptocurrency's Role in Conflict
Former President Trump's updated stance on Ukraine after reviewing drone intelligence has reignited discussions on the ethical and regulatory role of crypto in war.
Ripple Considered Shutting Down and Distributing XRP to Shareholders After SEC Lawsuit, CEO Reveals
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse disclosed that the firm nearly closed operations and distributed its XRP holdings following the SEC's 2020 lawsuit.
US Congress Schedules Clarity Act Hearing as Lawmakers Return to Washington
United States lawmakers are set to discuss the cryptocurrency-focused Clarity Act during an upcoming congressional hearing scheduled for July 17.
Senate Democrats Demand Hearings on Trump's Crypto Earnings Amid Legislative Debates
Senate Democrats are seeking investigations into President Trump's $1.2 billion in crypto profits and potential foreign funding ties.
Circle Secures OCC Approval to Establish US National Trust Bank
USDC issuer Circle has received final regulatory approval from the OCC to launch a national trust bank, bridging crypto and traditional finance.
Crypto Hack Losses Fall Below $1 Billion in First Half of 2026 Despite Rising Incidents
A report by Immunefi reveals that crypto losses from hacks and scams fell below $1 billion in H1 2026, even as the total number of attacks increased.
SEC's 2026 Agenda Prioritizes Crypto Amid Broader Market Developments
The SEC's 2026 agenda features 38 items, with crypto and IPOs highlighted as key areas of focus. This comes as various market sectors prepare for 2026.