Crypto Regulation News: Laws and Policies

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has taken a significant step by allowing national banks to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions. This decision is based on new guidance published by the agency and opens new

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins stated that the agency will enter 2026 with an extremely robust and accelerated cryptoasset agenda, adding, "You ain't seen nothing yet." This

B2B Segment Regulation: Central Bank of Brazil Sets Deadlines to 2027 The Central Bank of Brazil has officially announced plans to fast-track the creation of a regulatory framework for institutional Virtual Asset Service

The beginning of 2026 was marked by important news from Beijing. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) held its annual working conference (January 5-6), following which it published a protocol outlining the country's financial

New Status of Crypto Derivatives: Equivalency to CFDs The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued an official statement that could significantly limit trader opportunities. The regulator emphasized that

According to the Financial Times, US President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will hold final interviews with candidates for the position of Chairman of the Federal Reserve System (FRS) in the next two weeks.

Philippine digital bank GoTyme announced the launch of a new service that allows its clients to purchase and hold cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot, and a number of other altcoins. The new

Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) on Wednesday published a comprehensive report from the Financial System Council's working group, examining the regulatory status of cryptocurrencies across various sectors. The document

The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has sharply criticized the Responsible Financial Innovation Act, calling on the US Senate to withdraw the bill. The organization expressed concern about the risks it could pose to

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon denied accusations that the bank closes customer accounts for political or religious reasons. In an interview with Fox News, he stated that he has been pushing for more than a decade to change the

The U.S. Treasury Department has taken a significant step in financial regulation, proposing radical changes to the anti-money laundering (AML) oversight system. This proposal, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, aims to

The beginning of 2026 in the United States was marked by a new round of struggle for leadership in the field of digital finance. Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, aptly known in the industry as “Crypto Mom,” made a strong plea to

Hong Kong is actively preparing to implement a cryptoasset tax oversight system, announcing the launch of a public consultation that will run until early February 2026. This decision is driven by the need to adapt to new

Nigeria, one of the largest crypto markets in the world, is entering a new phase of digital asset regulation. In 2026, the government implemented a comprehensive system linking crypto transactions to the National Identification

Transparency Over Hype: South Korea Takes Control of Financial Influencers South Korea is taking a decisive step toward purging the crypto sphere of manipulation. A bill initiated in the National Assembly is set to fundamentally

South Korean authorities have decided to postpone the adoption of an important bill aimed at regulating the stablecoin market. Discussion of key provisions has been postponed until next year. The main reason for the delay is

Japanese authorities have unveiled a new tax reform roadmap for 2026, which promises to fundamentally change the approach to cryptocurrency taxation. The main goal of the reform is to transform digital assets from a speculative

A major shift is looming in the American financial sector that could radically alter the crypto industry. Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis has expressed strong support for Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller's initiative.