#regulation News & Analysis

Lawmakers Warn Crypto Clarity Will Decide U.S. Leadership as 2026 Election Looms

UK Sets Path to Crypto Regulation With FCA Consultation

Transparency as Architecture: Structural Compliance Gaps in EU AI Act Article 50 II

DeepSnitch AI Presale Launch Date Set For March 31:  Could This Be 2026’s Biggest Crypto Event, Overshadowing Even Polkadot and Toncoin?

White House aims for July 4 deadline to pass landmark crypto regulation bill

July 1st Is Critical Date for European Crypto Companies: MiCa Transition Is Ending

Circle, Coinbase lead crypto stocks rally amid Clarity Act progress, bitcoin hitting $80,000

Circle and Coinbase stocks surged as progress on the Clarity Act—a key U.S. digital asset regulation—gained momentum following a stablecoin yield compromise. The market is repricing crypto stocks as potential regulatory clarity becomes more achievable, coinciding with Bitcoin reaching $80,000.

Ethereum-backed project uncovers 100 North Korean operatives in crypto firms

An Ethereum-backed project has identified approximately 100 North Korean operatives embedded within cryptocurrency firms, raising concerns about state-sponsored infiltration of the digital asset sector. This discovery is likely to trigger stricter regulatory oversight and compliance requirements across the crypto industry, potentially reshaping operational practices and market dynamics.

Treasury and Fed meet bank CEOs over AI risks, rate hike by 2026 likely

U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve officials convened with major bank CEOs to discuss systemic risks posed by artificial intelligence. The meeting underscores growing concerns that AI-related financial instability could prompt the Fed to raise interest rates by 2026, signaling potential shifts in monetary policy driven by technological risks rather than traditional economic indicators.

Crypto Clarity bill has 30% chance of passing this year, Wintermute’s Hammond says

Wintermute's head of policy Ron Hammond estimates the Crypto Clarity bill has only a 30% chance of passing this year, citing persistent political friction and stalled negotiations despite some recent legislative progress. The assessment underscores the ongoing regulatory uncertainty facing the cryptocurrency industry.

White House clears review of rule that could open path for crypto in $10 trillion 401(k) market

The White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) has completed its review of a Labor Department rule that could potentially allow cryptocurrency and private equity investments in 401(k) retirement plans. This development could open access to the massive $10 trillion 401(k) market for crypto investments.

Circle Internet (CRCL) Stock Plunges 20% as Regulatory Concerns and Competition Mount

Circle Internet (CRCL) stock fell 20% on Tuesday due to regulatory concerns from the STABLE Act, USDC wallet freezes, and increased competition from Tether's Big Four audit announcement. Despite the decline, Ark Invest purchased $16.34 million worth of shares, showing institutional confidence.

SEC Declares 'Most Crypto Assets' Not Securities, Including Staking, Airdrops and Bitcoin Mining

SEC Chair Paul Atkins announced new securities guidance declaring that most crypto assets, including staking, airdrops, and Bitcoin mining activities, are not securities. The guidance aims to provide clear regulatory boundaries for the cryptocurrency industry.

SEC and CFTC Reach Historic Settlement: Pro-Ripple Chairman Pham Reacts With Six-Point Plan to Make US World's Crypto Capital

SEC and CFTC Forge Historic Crypto Partnership to End Regulatory Conflict

DOJ probes Binance again over Iran-linked crypto flows after $4.3B settlement and CZ pardon

The DOJ is reportedly investigating Binance again over Iran's alleged use of the exchange to evade sanctions, marking a return to regulatory scrutiny less than three years after the crypto exchange's $4.3 billion settlement with U.S. authorities. This new probe emerges despite Binance's previous guilty plea and resolution, suggesting ongoing concerns about sanctions compliance.

Refusing new IRS crypto tax forms could cost you your exchange account

The IRS proposes requiring crypto exchanges to file Form 1099-DA electronically, which reports digital asset trades. Exchanges may refuse service to customers who decline to provide necessary tax documentation under this new requirement.

Russia, Iran and North Korea send illicit crypto volumes to record $154bn

Sanctioned entities from Russia, Iran and North Korea drove illicit cryptocurrency volumes to a record $154 billion in 2025, with sanctioned entities representing the vast majority of illegal crypto activity according to Chainalysis data.

Crypto Crime Hits Record $154 Billion as Sanctioned States Turn to Blockchain

Crypto crime reached a record $154 billion, with funds flowing to sanctioned entities surging 694% year-over-year. Sanctions evasion has become the fastest-growing category of cryptocurrency-related criminal activity.

AI is now part of the culture wars — and real wars

The article discusses how AI has become entangled in both cultural and geopolitical conflicts, with references to US military action in Iran and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's involvement. The piece appears to focus on the intersection of AI technology with political and military tensions.

Trump vows to codify ‘future-proof’ digital asset market structure

Trump has pledged to establish 'future-proof' digital asset market structure regulations, following the Clarity Act's passage through the Senate Banking Committee. Analysts warn the legislation faces significant hurdles before becoming law, reflecting ongoing debate over how to regulate cryptocurrency markets.

U.S. CFTC files request to erase Gemini settlement that it no longer considers fair

The U.S. CFTC has filed a request to vacate its 2022 settlement with Gemini, determining the original case would not have been pursued under the regulator's current management and enforcement standards. This reversal signals a shift in regulatory approach toward cryptocurrency exchanges and raises questions about the stability of prior enforcement actions.

Donald Trump mentions crypto perpetuals for the first time, signaling US push into leveraged trading

Former President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed crypto perpetuals for the first time, signaling potential U.S. policy shifts toward leveraged trading in digital assets. This endorsement could accelerate domestic regulatory frameworks and increase trading volume in the perpetuals market, though it also raises questions about retail investor protection and market oversight.

Illinois passes nation’s strongest AI safety bill requiring audits of major labs

Illinois has enacted the nation's strongest AI safety bill, mandating comprehensive audits and transparency standards for major AI laboratories. This legislation could establish a regulatory precedent that influences AI governance across other states and potentially at the federal level.

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook flags AI risks and tokenization growth at Stanford forum

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook highlighted AI's dual nature at a Stanford forum, noting its potential to enhance productivity and economic growth while warning of near-term inflation risks and financial stability threats. The discussion also addressed the growing tokenization trend, signaling central bank attention to digital asset market developments.