Japan Approves Bill to Classify Crypto as Financial Products
Japan has approved an amendment to classify crypto assets as financial products under the FIEA. The bill introduces insider trading bans and stricter penalties for unlicensed operators.
MiCA Compliance Costs Put Pressure on Smaller Crypto Firms
MiCA licensing and compliance costs of up to €500,000 are challenging smaller crypto firms, particularly in Germany with a shortened transition period. Large exchanges have secured EU-wide licenses.
US Treasury Proposes AML Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act
The US Treasury has proposed new AML and sanctions rules for stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act. Issuers would be treated as financial institutions and required to block or freeze flagged transactions.
US Treasury Opens Cyber Threat Intelligence to Crypto Firms
The US Treasury now offers eligible digital asset firms free access to federal cyber threat intelligence. The move follows $3.4 billion in crypto losses in 2025.
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CFTC Seeks Injunction Against Arizona Over Prediction Markets
The CFTC filed for an injunction against Arizona to stop enforcement of state gambling laws on prediction markets. The case could shape whether such platforms fall under federal or state oversight.
Bessent Urges Senate to Advance CLARITY Act on Crypto
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged the Senate to move forward with the CLARITY Act. The crypto market structure bill passed the House in 2025 but remains stalled in the Senate.
Yuga Labs Settles Bored Ape NFT Lawsuit Without Trial
Yuga Labs has settled its lawsuit over the RR/BAYC NFT collection, ending a two year dispute. The agreement avoids a jury trial and bars use of its trademarks.
SOL Trades Near $82 as ETF Outflows and Bearish Data Weigh
Solana is trading around $82 after ETF outflows and a shift to negative derivatives data. Technical indicators point to $77.12 as key support.
Polygon Explores $100M Stablecoin Venture Amid Market Slowdown
Polygon Labs is reportedly in talks to raise up to $100 million for a stablecoin payments venture. The move follows recent acquisitions and comes as stablecoin volumes continue to grow.
Six Swiss Banks Launch CHF Stablecoin Sandbox for Institutional Testing
Six Swiss banks have launched a sandbox to test a Swiss franc-pegged stablecoin on Ethereum. The institutional initiative will run throughout 2026.