Crypto regulation news
Spain's CNMV chief: crypto has 'very clear advantages'
Why it matters: The Spanish regulator's softer rhetoric could speed up crypto adoption in the EU amid MiCA.
Korea's deputy PM nominee: crypto tax from 2027, but burden will be small
Why it matters: It confirms the timing of the tax in one of the largest crypto jurisdictions but signals a light burden for retail.
Kazakhstan prepares stablecoins for trade and USDT and USDC analogues
Why it matters: Kazakhstan is creating a regulated alternative to USDT and USDC and a settlement hub with Binance, intensifying competition for the stablecoin market in Central Asia.
Argentina joins OECD automatic crypto data exchange
Why it matters: The expansion of automatic crypto data exchange increases tax transparency and pressure on digital asset holders in Argentina.
Circle shares fall 4.7% ahead of CLARITY Act vote
Why it matters: The bill's stablecoin yield restrictions directly affect Circle's business model, and a failed vote would hit crypto stocks.
Japan Launches BCCC Tax Committee on Crypto and Stablecoins
Why it matters: Japan is preparing tax rules for crypto: BCCC's proposals could influence the regime for companies and investors.
Crypto stocks fall amid uncertainty over CLARITY Act
Why it matters: A failure of the CLARITY Act would keep regulatory uncertainty in place for crypto exchanges and their stocks.
Congressman Thanedar urges Senate to pass CLARITY Act
Why it matters: A Democratic voice in support of the CLARITY Act increases pressure on the Senate ahead of a procedural vote on the bill.
US Treasury proposes 'orderly' stablecoin redemption under GENIUS Act, diverging from MiCA
Why it matters: Different redemption and reserve rules create two separate liquidity pools for USDC and USDT, which could lengthen redemption times during stress.
Politico: Trump's crypto empire looms over Senate vote
Why it matters: The ethics dispute over Trump's assets could influence the outcome of the CLARITY Act vote and US crypto market regulation.
Japan's New Economic Federation Seeks Flat 20% Crypto Tax, Including Peer-to-Peer Trades
Why it matters: A flat rate not tied to exchanges would simplify taxation and could boost activity among Japanese investors.
Kazakhstan's Crypto Market Grows 30-Fold to $10.5B After Regulation
Why it matters: Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a Eurasian crypto hub: Binance is already building a hub there for CIS settlements, intensifying competition for the regulated market.
Thai SEC opens public consultation on stablecoin regulation
Why it matters: The final rules will set requirements for stablecoin operations in Thailand and could become a model for other Asian regulators.
Analysts: ETH, SOL and XRP to gain if CLARITY Act advances
Why it matters: Passage of the law could remove regulatory uncertainty and unlock institutional demand for ETH, SOL and XRP.
CLARITY Act: Senate vote as White House launches stablecoin tool
Why it matters: The outcome of the vote will determine the U.S. crypto market's regulatory framework and could trigger sharp moves in BTC, XRP and altcoins.
Bank of Russia names crypto a top risk to monetary sovereignty
Why it matters: Russia is legalizing crypto for external settlements but tightly restricting domestic circulation, which reduces liquidity and market accessibility for local investors.
Bitcoin, XRP and Solana slip ahead of CLARITY Act vote
Why it matters: The outcome of the CLARITY Act vote will determine US crypto market rules and could trigger sharp price moves.
FCA opens call for input on tokenized gold for UK wholesale markets
Why it matters: The UK regulator could legitimize tokenized gold as collateral and an investment asset, expanding institutional use of RWAs.
Polymarket odds of 60 votes for CLARITY Act fall from 47% to 32%
Why it matters: The market doubts broad bipartisan support, reducing the odds of the law passing and deepening uncertainty over US crypto regulation.
Who decides the fate of the CLARITY Act: four congressional committees and Senate centrists
Why it matters: The vote will determine whether the digital asset market is regulated by the SEC or the CFTC, and whether work on the bill continues in this Congress.