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U.S. Treasury probes crypto exchanges over Iran sanctions evasion, TRM Labs says
The U.S. Department of the Treasury is increasing its scrutiny of cryptocurrency platforms as part of its efforts to enforce sanctions against Iran. This heightened focus extends…
2/3/2026 3 min read
EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #REGULATION #MACROECONOMICS
Hong Kong is positioning itself as crypto’s global connector, says lawmaker Johnny Ng
Hong Kong is taking steps to establish itself as a pivotal player in the global cryptocurrency landscape. According to a local lawmaker and Web3 advocate, the city possesses…
2/1/2026 2 min read
MARKET #ASIA #MARKET #REGULATION
Senator Elizabeth Warren is sounding the alarm on Trump’s 'spy sheikh' crypto deal
Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised concerns regarding a reported secret investment in a U.S. cryptocurrency venture linked to an Emirati intelligence chief. This revelation has…
2/1/2026 2 min read
OTHER #POLICY #NEWS
Hints of progress: State of Crypto
Recent developments in the U.S. government signal a potential shift in the landscape of cryptocurrency regulation. The White House has been engaging with various stakeholders,…
2/1/2026 2 min read
OTHER #OTHER #POLICY #NEWSLETTERS
U.S. imposes sanctions on crypto exchanges tied to Iran for the first time
The U.S. government has taken a significant step by imposing sanctions on several cryptocurrency exchanges that are allegedly connected to Iran. This marks the first instance of…
1/31/2026 2 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY #MACROECONOMICS
U.S. government seizes $400 million Helix allegedly made from drug-linked transactions
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced that it has seized assets valued at $400 million, linked to the darknet mixing service known as Helix. This seizure includes various…
1/30/2026 2 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION #POLICY #DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Brian Armstrong was snubbed by top executives from the biggest U.S. banks in Davos: WSJ
Recent discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos have highlighted a growing divide between the cryptocurrency sector and traditional finance (TradFi). Sources cited by the…
1/30/2026 3 min read
EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #POLICY #COINBASE
El Salvador's central bank buys $50 million of gold as government keeps adding bitcoin
El Salvador's central bank has recently made a significant investment in gold, acquiring $50 million worth of the precious metal. This move comes amid a broader strategy by the…
1/30/2026 3 min read
BTC #BTC #FIAT #REGULATION
U.S. SEC, CFTC chiefs push united front on paving the way for crypto
Recent developments in the U.S. regulatory landscape have seen leaders from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) come…
1/29/2026 2 min read
TRADING #COMMODITY #REGULATION #TRADING
SEC chair says 'time is right' for pension funds to include crypto, CFTC head says digital assets set to flourish
Recent statements from SEC Chair Paul Atkins and CFTC Chair Mike Selig indicate a significant push towards the integration of cryptocurrency into mainstream financial markets.…
1/29/2026 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #REGULATION #POLICY
Crypto bill clears U.S. Senate milestone as effort advanced through first committee
Significant progress has been made in the U.S. Senate concerning market structure legislation related to cryptocurrency. For the first time, this legislation has successfully…
1/29/2026 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #REGULATION #POLICY
SEC clarifies rules for tokenized stocks, tightening scrutiny on synthetic equity
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a clarification regarding the regulations surrounding tokenized stocks. This announcement emphasizes the necessity of…
1/29/2026 2 min read
BUSINESS #BUSINESS #REGULATION #POLICY