Crypto Regulation News: Laws and Policies

The Pakistani government has finalized the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Regulations, which imply stricter monitoring of digital asset transactions. These measures are aimed at enhancing the security of the virtual asset

EU lawmakers are taking a step toward unified regulation of financial markets by expanding the powers of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). This decision, announced by representatives of the European

On December 2, the House Financial Services Committee met, where Congressman Brian Steil raised the important issue of implementing the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin law. He called on his colleagues in regulatory agencies to adhere

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins made important announcements about the future of the cryptocurrency sector in the country, which could mark a turning point for the industry. On CNBC's Squawk

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) has adopted new measures aimed at combating money laundering through crypto assets. These changes include expanding the so-called "Travel Rule" to cover crypto

The Central Bank of Russia has officially confirmed that cryptocurrency regulations in the country may be relaxed. This announcement is a significant step in the context of growing interest in digital assets and the need to

UK authorities have taken a significant step in regulating digital assets by passing a bill that officially recognizes cryptocurrencies and stablecoins as personal property. This change creates a clear legal status for digital

The Supreme Court of Nigeria dismissed a lawsuit for unlawful detention filed by former Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan against two government agencies—the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Office of the

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has decided to veto a bill regulating the cryptocurrency market, which he believes introduces overly strict regulations. This decision has sparked widespread controversy both domestically and

On December 2, 2025, Travis Hill, Acting Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), announced the upcoming submission of the first set of proposals for new GENIUS Act rules for stablecoin issuers. These

Taiwan's first local stablecoin may launch in the second half of 2026, marking a significant step in the development of the island's cryptocurrency market. However, regulators have not yet decided on the currency to which the

China has taken a hardline stance against cryptocurrencies for years, and its regulations directly impact global price fluctuations associated with the four-year cycle of Bitcoin (BTC). From 2013 to 2025, the country passed a

Canada is actively moving toward regulating stablecoins, but according to experts at Scotiabank, this move is unlikely to have a significant impact on domestic financial markets. In a recent report, economist Derek Holt noted

Brazil is considering introducing a tax on cross-border payments using cryptocurrencies, a response to the rapid growth of the market and the classification of crypto transactions as foreign exchange transactions. According to

On November 28, 2025, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) once again clearly outlined its prohibitive stance on cryptocurrencies at a coordination meeting attended by senior officials from various government agencies. Participants

On November 28, 2025, the People's Bank of China (PBC) held a coordination meeting on crypto assets, which was also attended by representatives from the Ministry of Public Security, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC),

Belo Horizonte, the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, took a bold step by passing a municipal law declaring the city the "Bitcoin Capital" of Brazil. This decision aims to attract foreign investment and create

Japan, one of the first countries to legally define and regulate cryptocurrency, is preparing for a major overhaul of its regulatory system. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) is considering legislative amendments that would