Fast-moving coverage across crypto markets, regulation, ETFs, macro spillovers, and digital-asset infrastructure.
Regulation
Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, is set to launch comprehensive cryptocurrency trading infrastructure by December 1, signaling a major shift in the nation's approach to digital assets and foreign trade.
Regulation
Samsung SDS has secured the pivotal contract to develop South Korea's blockchain-based securities system for the Korea Securities Depository, marking a significant step towards the nation's security token framework set for 2027.
Regulation
Despite a reported breakthrough on stablecoin yield, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse cautions that a comprehensive US crypto market structure bill is far from a certainty, highlighting ongoing legislative hurdles.
Regulation
A senior Bank of Italy official has called for the European Union to seriously consider tokenized SEPA payments, signaling a potential shift in how traditional finance views blockchain technology for mainstream transactions and a strategic move against stablecoin dominance.
Regulation
Venture capital giant A16z is pushing for a re-evaluation of the term "stablecoins," asserting it's an outdated moniker from crypto's nascent years that no longer accurately reflects the evolving landscape of digital assets designed for stability.
Regulation
A new analysis by blockchain intelligence firm Nominis casts doubt on the U.S. Treasury's attribution of recently seized crypto wallets to Iran, suggesting the funds may belong to other state actors employing more sophisticated blockchain strategies.
Regulation
A Reuters investigation reveals Nobitex, Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, was founded by brothers from the powerful Kharrazi family, with deep generational ties to the country's supreme leaders. The platform has reportedly processed transactions for sanctioned entities and facilitated state-backed efforts to byp
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The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued new guidance, PS26/7, allowing regulated funds to maintain investor registers on blockchain and introducing a 'Direct-to-Fund' dealing model, signaling a significant step towards integrating tokenized finance within existing regulatory frameworks.