Crypto Regulation News: Laws and Policies

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

Controversy surrounding the sentencing materials for entrepreneur Do Kwon, founder of the Terra project, has intensified following the publication of key portions of a memorandum that sheds light on his actions and intentions.

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) Chairman Lee Yeok-won announced a comprehensive crackdown on cryptocurrency-related money laundering. This announcement marked a significant step in regulating the country's

Belarus now maintains a registry of cryptocurrency wallets used to launder criminal proceeds. A high-ranking official in Minsk announced this, emphasizing the importance of this measure in combating financial crime.

British users of major cryptocurrency exchanges will ring in the New Year with new rules regarding transaction data collection. From January 1, 2026, UK authorities will begin an aggressive crackdown on tax evasion in the

Switzerland has decided to postpone the implementation of rules regarding the automatic exchange of crypto account information with foreign tax authorities until 2027. This decision follows ongoing discussions regarding which

Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon has asked a US court to limit his prison sentence to five years after being found guilty of fraud related to the collapse of the $40 billion Terra-Luna ecosystem. This move marks the latest chapter

Vietnam is actively tightening controls on unregulated cryptocurrency activity. The country's Ministry of Finance has published a new draft decree proposing fines for individuals and legal entities trading digital assets on

The Japanese government and its ruling coalition have announced their intention to introduce a flat 20% tax on income from cryptocurrency transactions, starting in 2026. This decision is part of a comprehensive overhaul of the

The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) took a major step toward integrating cryptocurrency into the traditional banking system by publishing Interpretive Letter No. 1186. This document confirms that banks are

In recent years, Japan has been actively developing the cryptocurrency market, but recent events have forced the government to reconsider its approach to regulating this sector. In response to growing risks related to security

With the growing popularity of cryptocurrencies and digital assets, global banking regulators have begun to reconsider their approaches to regulating this rapidly developing industry. The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision,