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U.S. Treasury probes crypto exchanges over Iran sanctions evasion, TRM Labs says

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 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 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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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