Crypto regulation news
South Korea crypto tax delay petition hits 50,000 signatures
Why it matters: Pressure on parliament is mounting amid an 89% year-on-year drop in trading volume on Korean exchanges, but no decision on the tax has been made yet.
South Korean opposition leader speaks out against CBDC launch
Why it matters: Political resistance could slow the launch of the digital won and influence CBDC regulation in Asia.
Schumer calls Democrats to discuss CLARITY bill ahead of Senate vote
Why it matters: The outcome of the vote will determine the regulatory framework for the US crypto market and could move top asset prices.
Digital ruble launched across Russia: 87,000 new accounts in 10 days
Why it matters: Russia has become one of the few countries with a working CBDC, reinforcing the trend toward state digital currencies and pressure on private stablecoins.
Cambodia revokes CoolCash license from UK-sanctioned company
Why it matters: The case shows how sanctions on fraud-linked structures lead to license revocations and the liquidation of payment services.
This week: Fed rate decision and key CLARITY Act vote
Why it matters: The CLARITY Act vote and the Fed's tone will set the direction for the crypto market this week.
South Korea crypto tax delay petition passes 50,000 signatures
Why it matters: The decision will determine the tax burden on Korean crypto investors and exchanges in one of Asia's largest markets.
US House tax committee to review crypto tax bills
Why it matters: The changes will determine the tax burden for miners and stakers in the US and could affect their market activity.
CLARITY Act Short 7 Democratic Votes Ahead of Sept. 15 Vote
Why it matters: The fate of US crypto market structure legislation will be decided on Sept. 15, and a failed vote would delay regulation.
Geraci: future of US crypto depends on more than the CLARITY Act
Why it matters: The outcome of the CLARITY vote will determine the regulatory framework for the US crypto market and affect investor confidence.
Grayscale files updated SEC application to convert Litecoin Trust into an ETF
Why it matters: Approval would open a spot LTC ETF from the largest trust issuer, but Grayscale is entering the market after competitors.
Crypto billionaires donated £72 million to Reform UK in two days
Why it matters: Britain may ban crypto donations, setting a regulatory trend for political finance in crypto.
Bitcoin falls below $77,000 amid AI concerns and wait for Clarity Act vote
Why it matters: Uncertainty around regulation and macroeconomics could increase pressure on the crypto market, especially if the Clarity Act fails.
Brazil central bank capital rules could force 90% of crypto firms out
Why it matters: A sharp reduction in the number of crypto services in Brazil will cut competition and access to services for local users.
Grayscale files to convert Litecoin Trust into NYSE Arca ETF
Why it matters: ETF approval would give institutions regulated access to LTC, but the shrinking number of large holders signals weak demand.
Thailand's SEC proposes $151,000 daily stablecoin transfer limit
Why it matters: Thailand is tightening stablecoin controls, which could reduce P2P transfer volumes and set an example for other Asian regulators.
US House tax committee to review bill on mining and staking taxation
Why it matters: Passing the bill would reduce the tax burden on miners and stakers by deferring tax payment until the asset is sold.
Republicans in Congress may drop mining and staking tax provisions
Why it matters: Removing the provisions would keep rewards taxed at receipt, increasing pressure on miners and stakers with thin margins.
South Korea to move stocks and bonds onto blockchain from 2027
Why it matters: Tokenization of traditional South Korean assets could generate major institutional demand for the XRP Ledger and accelerate the shift of markets to round-the-clock trading.
Republican senator calls for procedural vote on Clarity Act on September 15
Why it matters: The procedural vote will determine whether the Senate continues to consider the Clarity Act — a key document for U.S. crypto market regulation.