Coverage of #regulation remains active across the crypto and AI sectors, with 158 articles published in the last 30 days. Recent reporting shows mixed sentiment: 43.7% of articles take a bullish tone, while 32.9% express bearish views, with sentiment remaining stable compared to the previous quarter. Bitcoin and XRP dominate discussion alongside regulatory topics, while Anthropic and OpenAI feature prominently in related coverage. Key reporting partners include CoinTelegraph, CoinDesk, and The Block. Related coverage frequently touches on compliance, banking frameworks, stablecoins, and SEC actions. Explore the articles below to track the latest developments in this area.
An expert suggests that regulatory uncertainty around stablecoins may hurt traditional banks more than cryptocurrency firms. While crypto companies continue to expand their operations, banks are holding back and waiting for clearer regulatory guidelines.
A TRM report reveals that illicit cryptocurrency transactions in Australia account for less than 1% of total crypto activity, despite the country processing $50 billion in cryptocurrency transactions over one year. This low percentage indicates relatively clean crypto usage patterns in the Australian market.
Current US tax law requires every Bitcoin transaction to be reported as a taxable event to the IRS, forcing users to calculate capital gains even on small purchases like coffee. This regulatory burden, rather than technological limitations, is the primary barrier preventing widespread Bitcoin adoption for everyday payments.
The article argues that blockchain technology's inherent transparency makes it more effective at tracking illicit financial flows compared to traditional fiat systems. It advocates for industry-wide information sharing and unified anti-money laundering (AML) regulations to combat financial crimes without restricting individual financial freedom.
The DEATH BETS Act proposes to ban prediction contracts on violent events including war, terrorism, and assassination. Lawmakers cite $500M in wagers on U.S.-Iran strike timing as evidence of concerning conflict speculation markets that need regulatory intervention.
Ripple CEO addressed years of regulatory hostility and legal pressure against XRP at a Sydney conference, suggesting competitors were afraid of Ripple's potential. The company finally reached a legal resolution with the US SEC in 2025 after facing sustained lawsuits and negative sentiment.
Ohio's legal challenge against Kalshi's prediction markets platform failed as a federal court denied the injunction against gambling regulators. The article also discusses price predictions for meme coins Pepeto and DeepSnitch AI, with Pepeto's $7M raise appearing fully valued and DeepSnitch AI targeting a March 31 DEX launch.
Binance.US has appointed compliance veteran Stephen Gregory as its new CEO amid intensifying regulatory scrutiny and competition in the U.S. cryptocurrency exchange market. The leadership change comes as crypto exchanges are expanding their service offerings beyond traditional digital asset trading.
ASIC's fintech chief argues that cryptocurrency regulation should focus on economic function rather than technological design. The analysis reveals that most consumer harm in crypto comes from intermediary platforms like exchanges and custodians, not from the tokens themselves.
Virginia senators have voted to eliminate a $1.6 billion annual tax break for data centers, requiring the industry to pay a minimum 5.3% sales tax. This policy shift reflects growing skepticism about the value of generous tax incentives for data center operations in the state.
Ghana has launched a cryptocurrency trading sandbox program allowing 11 firms to operate under its new Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) law. The sandbox enables companies to test their crypto products in a controlled regulatory environment while authorities monitor compliance and risk management.
The Bank of England's Deputy Governor indicated the central bank remains open to revising its proposed regulatory framework for pound-denominated stablecoins. This suggests potential flexibility in the UK's approach to stablecoin regulation as the framework continues to develop.
The American Bankers Association held a summit in Washington with 1,400 finance leaders where members characterized stablecoins as an existential threat to traditional banking business models. This reflects growing tensions between traditional financial institutions and the cryptocurrency sector ahead of US midterm elections.
Coinbase's Chief Policy Officer Faryar Shirzad has outlined five critical recommendations for Congress regarding stablecoin regulation. This comes after the GENIUS Act passed but the CLARITY Act faces delays due to opposition from traditional banking sectors.
Europe's declining inflation rates are providing a boost to risk assets, creating a potentially favorable environment for cryptocurrency markets. The improved macroeconomic conditions may drive increased investor appetite for digital assets despite ongoing regulatory uncertainties.
Ripple is targeting April to obtain an Australian Financial Services License through acquisition, according to APAC managing director Fiona Murray. The move is driven by sufficient institutional interest in Australia to justify the licensing costs.
An ABA survey reveals consumers support cautious stablecoin yield regulations by a 6-to-1 margin, favoring restrictions that don't undermine the existing financial system. The survey indicates public preference for conservative regulatory approaches to stablecoin yields tied to banking risk management.
China's Supreme People's Court has announced plans to impose stricter penalties on individuals and organizations using cryptocurrency for money laundering and circumventing capital controls. This represents a continuation of China's hardline stance against cryptocurrency activities within its jurisdiction.
Societe Generale's digital asset arm FORGE has launched its EURCV stablecoin on the Stellar blockchain, expanding its MiCA-compliant euro-backed digital currency. This move represents part of the French banking giant's multichain strategy for regulated digital asset infrastructure.
Veteran financial advisor Rick Edelman warns that the crypto industry shouldn't make yield-bearing stablecoins a make-or-break issue. He believes the banking lobby will likely prevail in the regulatory debate over whether stablecoins should offer yield to holders.
CFTC Chair Michael Selig provided updates on the commission's regulatory progress across multiple crypto sectors, including guidance for DeFi developers, crypto derivatives, and prediction markets. This signals continued regulatory development in key areas of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Republican lawmakers in the US House of Representatives are threatening to block an affordable housing bill unless it includes a complete ban on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). This political maneuvering highlights growing Republican opposition to digital dollar initiatives.
Cardano is positioning itself as a regulatory-compliant blockchain through recent governance and formal verification updates, potentially gaining advantages as Europe's MiCA regulations push the crypto industry toward greater accountability. The platform's historically slow but methodical approach to development may now be an asset in an increasingly rule-heavy regulatory environment.
Flow Foundation is seeking legal intervention from a Seoul court to prevent the delisting of FLOW tokens from major South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges. This legal action comes amid broader regulatory pressures on crypto assets in South Korea, while separately Binance has been cleared of security-related concerns.
Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis is advancing pro-cryptocurrency policies through a market structure bill currently under Senate consideration. Despite her upcoming departure from Congress in January 2027, she continues to champion crypto tax exemption measures and supportive regulatory framework.
