Singapore Police and Crypto Exchanges Launch Joint Operation Against Scam-Linked Accounts
Key Takeaways: Singapore Police Force expanded crypto crackdown on scam-related crypto activity. Coinbase, Gemini, Upbit, and Coinhako among the firms...
Regulation
Crypto-Aligned Fellowship PAC Bets Big on Texas Senate Race
The crypto-aligned Fellowship political action committee (PAC), led by stablecoin issuer Tether’s head of government affairs, reported spending more than...
SEC Faces Mounting Pressure to Turn DeFi Guidance Into Formal Rules
Key Takeaways: Over 30 crypto industry participants urged SEC to formalize DeFi guidance. Regulatory ambiguity around SEC broker rules threatens...
Ripple CEO Praises SEC’s New Direction as US Crypto Markets Brace for Regulatory Reset
Key Takeaways: Brad Garlinghouse linked changing SEC policy to improving sentiment in U.S. crypto markets. Paul Atkins pointed to clearer...
SEC Under Atkins Resets Crypto Policy With Focus on Clarity and Growth
Key Takeaways: SEC emphasized regulatory clarity as key to stronger U.S. capital markets. Paul Atkins framed his first year as...
Crypto Is ‘Actually Top on Our Record’ — SEC Debuts Podcast Outlining Priorities
Key Takeaways: Atkins confirmed SEC will prioritize digital asset regulation policy. Peirce highlighted the lack of a spot crypto framework....
FATF Calls for Rapid Global Crypto Standards Rollout as Cross-Border Enforcement Gaps Raise Systemic Risks
Key Takeaways: FATF increased pressure on jurisdictions to enforce crypto standards faster. Stablecoins face sharper scrutiny as illicit finance risks...
SEC Charges Donald Basile in $16M Crypto Fraud Over “Insured” Token
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a lawsuit against crypto executive Donald Basile, accusing him and two companies...
UK FCA Opens Crypto Consultation Ahead of October 2027 Regulatory Deadline
Key Takeaways: The FCA opened consultation CP26/13 on April 15, 2026, giving firms until June 3 to respond on crypto...
Pakistan Reverses 2018 Crypto Banking Restrictions as New Law Opens Regulated Access for Digital Asset Firms – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: Pakistan enabled licensed crypto firms to access banking, reversing its earlier blanket restriction. Banks must apply strict due...
Ripple CEO Says CLARITY Act Window Is Open and Now Is the Moment to Act – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: Garlinghouse said the industry is closer than ever to securing U.S. crypto clarity. Garlinghouse suggested Washington may be...
Bank of Korea Pushes Crypto Circuit Breakers to Prevent Sudden Market Breakdowns – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: BOK urged crypto exchanges to adopt circuit breakers to curb extreme volatility. Central bank said crypto firms lack...
White House Study Finds Stablecoin Yield Ban Barely Moves Lending Needle Despite Policy Focus – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: White House analysis finds stablecoin yield ban lifts lending by only 0.02%, indicating limited real-world impact. Analysis shows...
Argentina Recognizes Crypto as Qualified Traders’ Net Worth – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: CNV Resolution 1125/2026 lets crypto count for the $479K investor limit, expanding future market access. A 2022 Central...
SEC Opens Proceedings on NYSE Proposal to List Grayscale Crypto ETF Options – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: SEC review targets NYSE American proposal tied to Grayscale ETF with 76.02% bitcoin exposure. Regulators examine whether proposal...
France Advances Law Mandating Self Custody Funds’ Disclosure – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: The French National Assembly passed a bill forcing users to report self-hosted wallets holding over €5,000. The DGFIP...
David Woodcock Named SEC Enforcement Chief as Agency Shifts Away From Gensler-Era Crypto Crackdown – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: The SEC named David Woodcock as Enforcement Division director, effective May 4, 2026, succeeding acting director Sam Waldon....
8 African Nations Advance Crypto Regulation as Adoption Accelerates Across Emerging Markets – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: Ripple highlights 8 African nations advancing crypto regulation, led by South Africa licensing rules. Nigeria, Kenya, and Mauritius...
SEC Chair Atkins Says ‘Reg Crypto’ Proposal Covering Fundraising and Startup Exemptions Is One Step From Publication – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: SEC Chair Paul Atkins confirmed on April 6, 2026, that “Reg Crypto” is at OIRA awaiting White House...
Russia Moves to Formalize Cryptocurrency Market With New Legislation – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: The State Duma introduced 3 crypto bills capping non-qualified investors at $3,730 in yearly buys. Tax reporting on...
Japan Advances Crypto Regulation Overhaul, Aligning Digital Assets With Traditional Financial Market Frameworks – Regulation Bitcoin News
Key Takeaways: Japan’s Financial Services Agency reframes crypto as core finance, accelerating mainstream acceptance. Bitcoin and digital assets gain clearer...
Polymarket Pulls Missing US Pilot Market, Faces Questions Over Rules
Polymarket removed a market tied to the fate of a missing US service member after mounting backlash, saying the listing...
