Regulation

SEC ready to issue crypto rules if Congress doesn’t pass CLARITY Act, Chair Atkins says

The SEC's readiness to act independently highlights the urgency for clear crypto regulations, potentially reshaping market oversight dynamics.

9 hours ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Bank of Russia publishes draft rules for regulated crypto trading, custody, and settlement

Russia's draft crypto trading rules could enhance market transparency and stability, potentially boosting investor confidence and market growth.

19 hours ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Senators seek counterproposal to Trump ethics provision in Clarity Act: Report

Senators seek compromise on the Clarity Act as disputes over Trump-related crypto ethics rules threaten to delay the landmark bill.

5 days ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Senate leader casts doubt on Clarity Act passage before August recess: CoinDesk

The Clarity Act may enter Senate floor consideration before the August recess, but its chances of passing in 2026 are fading as lawmakers remain divided.

6 days ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Latest

Senate updates Clarity Act to bar presidents from issuing crypto assets: Report

Jul. 22, 2026

Senate updates Clarity Act to bar presidents from issuing crypto assets: Report

The Senate's latest CLARITY Act draft would temporarily bar presidents and other senior federal officials from issuing crypto assets.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

HTX rotates wallets to evade UK sanctions screening, TRM Labs reports

Jul. 22, 2026

HTX rotates wallets to evade UK sanctions screening, TRM Labs reports

TRM Labs reports HTX is rotating hot wallets multiple times daily across multiple blockchains to evade UK sanctions screening after May

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

SEC’s Peirce warns crypto vaults, onchain lending may fall under securities laws

Jul. 22, 2026

SEC’s Peirce warns crypto vaults, onchain lending may fall under securities laws

SEC's Hester Peirce warned that crypto vaults and decentralized lending products are not automatically exempt from federal securities laws.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

US government threatens sanctions on Chinese AI models over IP theft

Jul. 21, 2026

US government threatens sanctions on Chinese AI models over IP theft

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened sanctions against Chinese AI companies as models like Kimi K3 gain ground against US rivals.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Russia’s State Duma passes major bill regulating crypto market with transition period until 2027

Jul. 21, 2026

Russia’s State Duma passes major bill regulating crypto market with transition period until 2027

Russia's parliament has approved a comprehensive cryptocurrency law that formally defines the rules for digital asset circulation.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Grayscale expands crypto ETF push with Worldcoin filing

Jul. 20, 2026

Grayscale expands crypto ETF push with Worldcoin filing

Grayscale filed to launch a Worldcoin ETF that would hold WLD directly and trade on Nasdaq under the proposed ticker GWLD.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Vietnam to fine crypto investors up to $1,900 for using unlicensed platforms

Jul. 20, 2026

Vietnam to fine crypto investors up to $1,900 for using unlicensed platforms

Vietnam's new rules impose fines of up to $1,900 on individuals trading crypto on unlicensed platforms, effective September 1, 2026.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

FTX sets July 31 date for $900 million creditor payout

Jul. 17, 2026

FTX sets July 31 date for $900 million creditor payout

FTX will begin its fifth creditor distribution on July 31, with eligible customers receiving payments through BitGo, Kraken or Payoneer.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Bolivia weighs USDT as official payment method after crypto ban lift

Jul. 13, 2026

Bolivia weighs USDT as official payment method after crypto ban lift

Bolivia's USDT adoption could enhance financial inclusion, stabilize currency access, and integrate digital assets into its banking sector.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Bitcoin Policy Institute files to block lawsuit targeting dormant Bitcoin including Satoshi’s

Jul. 11, 2026

Bitcoin Policy Institute files to block lawsuit targeting dormant Bitcoin including Satoshi’s

A ruling favoring the plaintiffs could destabilize Bitcoin's property rights, discouraging long-term holding and self-custody practices.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Regulation

SEC ready to issue crypto rules if Congress doesn’t pass CLARITY Act, Chair Atkins says

Bank of Russia publishes draft rules for regulated crypto trading, custody, and settlement

Senators seek counterproposal to Trump ethics provision in Clarity Act: Report

Senate leader casts doubt on Clarity Act passage before August recess: CoinDesk

Latest

Senate updates Clarity Act to bar presidents from issuing crypto assets: Report

Senate updates Clarity Act to bar presidents from issuing crypto assets: Report

HTX rotates wallets to evade UK sanctions screening, TRM Labs reports

HTX rotates wallets to evade UK sanctions screening, TRM Labs reports

SEC’s Peirce warns crypto vaults, onchain lending may fall under securities laws

SEC’s Peirce warns crypto vaults, onchain lending may fall under securities laws

US government threatens sanctions on Chinese AI models over IP theft

US government threatens sanctions on Chinese AI models over IP theft

Russia’s State Duma passes major bill regulating crypto market with transition period until 2027

Russia’s State Duma passes major bill regulating crypto market with transition period until 2027

Grayscale expands crypto ETF push with Worldcoin filing

Grayscale expands crypto ETF push with Worldcoin filing

Vietnam to fine crypto investors up to $1,900 for using unlicensed platforms

Vietnam to fine crypto investors up to $1,900 for using unlicensed platforms

FTX sets July 31 date for $900 million creditor payout

FTX sets July 31 date for $900 million creditor payout

Bolivia weighs USDT as official payment method after crypto ban lift

Bolivia weighs USDT as official payment method after crypto ban lift

Bitcoin Policy Institute files to block lawsuit targeting dormant Bitcoin including Satoshi’s

Bitcoin Policy Institute files to block lawsuit targeting dormant Bitcoin including Satoshi’s

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