Theme Regulation

Brazil has taken a significant step toward bringing stablecoin activity under its traditional financial system. New regulations issued by the Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) grant stablecoin transactions the same legal treatment as foreign-exchange operations and subject crypto companies to a licensing regime similar to that of banks.

After more than 40 days of paralysis, Washington is beginning to emerge from the crisis. On Monday evening, the Senate voted on a temporary funding law aimed at reopening federal agencies, including the SEC, essential to the crypto ecosystem. If the House approves the text this Wednesday, the government could resume its activities by the end of the week. This outcome is closely watched by the markets, as several key cases for the blockchain industry are awaiting revival.

Institutional adoption of digital cash is gaining momentum, marking what BNY describes as a major structural shift in global finance. The bank projects that the combined market for stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and digital money-market funds (MMFs) could reach $3.6 trillion by 2030. Stablecoins are expected to account for about 41.6% of that total, with tokenized deposits and digital MMFs making up the remainder.

While some flee the crypto ship, Saylor fills up on bitcoins. And if the stubborn captain was right? Guaranteed plunge into Strategy's digital vaults.

When bitcoin falters, Saylor blazes: 397 BTC more, 641,205 in stock... The man who confuses corporate strategy with a collection of digital coins still does not intend to ease off.

A prolonged U.S. government shutdown has created a rare information void just as financial markets seek clarity. Investors are awaiting the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision with limited insight, while lawmakers continue advancing cryptocurrency legislation despite widespread staffing delays.

Italy supports the European Central Bank's (ECB) digital euro project but sets its conditions. Italian banks, while welcoming this digital sovereignty initiative, request a financial effort spread over time. Facing heavy investments, the Italian banking sector wants to avoid a budget shock. Will this stance resonate with other European countries?

A new European Commission plan to expand the powers of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has stirred debate across the continent. The proposal aims to tighten regulatory consistency across crypto and financial markets. However, critics warn that the move could slow innovation and reduce agility within Europe’s growing fintech sector.

Nasdaq has formally reprimanded TON Strategy for violating listing rules tied to its $272.7 million Toncoin purchase and related PIPE financing. The company, formerly known as Verb Technology Company, failed to secure shareholder approval before issuing stock to fund the deal, according to a recent SEC filing.

Crypto mogul Changpeng “CZ” Zhao is weighing legal action against U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren after she accused him of corruption tied to his recent presidential pardon. Her social media remarks, posted after former President Donald Trump pardoned Zhao, have ignited a political and legal storm involving one of the most prominent figures in global cryptocurrency.

The United States government shutdown is nearing its fourth week, putting pressure on lawmakers to resolve the funding impasse while also addressing key issues in the digital assets sector. As the Senate prepares for another vote to reopen the government, Democratic senators are moving forward with plans to meet crypto executives to discuss the stalled market structure bill.

Switzerland’s gambling watchdog has filed a formal complaint against FIFA’s NFT platform, accusing it of operating as an unlicensed gambling service. The move signals growing regulatory pressure on digital collectibles and Web3 ventures as authorities grapple with how blockchain-based reward systems fit within traditional gambling laws.

The SEC is preparing to introduce an “innovation exemption” that would give companies more flexibility to develop digital assets and emerging technologies. SEC Chair Paul Atkins said the proposal could be formalized as soon as the end of this quarter, despite challenges caused by the ongoing government shutdown.

Prediction markets have received a major vote of confidence after Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)—the operator of the New York Stock Exchange—announced a $2 billion strategic investment in Polymarket. The deal values the platform at roughly $8 billion, marking a stunning turnaround for a company that faced regulatory fire just three years ago.

Tether, the ace of stablecoins, dribbles right up to Juventus' board. Governance, millions, and crypto at every level: soon a blockchain-sponsored VAR?

The European Central Bank (ECB) is moving forward with preparations for a possible digital euro, marking another step in its ongoing multi-year project. In a recent notice, the ECB has signed agreements with several technology firms to develop key components of a potential digital currency. Although no final decision has been made, the groundwork underscores Europe’s push to modernize payments.

Pavel Durov breaks his silence and hits hard. The founder of Telegram claims that French intelligence services tried to force him to censor political content related to the Moldovan elections. A revelation that rekindles tensions between the messaging platform and French authorities. The case takes a worrying turn for freedom of expression in Europe.

Europe’s digital euro may not be ready for mainstream use in the near or medium term, according to ECB Executive Board member Piero Cipollone. Despite recent progress in discussions and political negotiations, Cipollone noted that mid-2029 remains the most realistic timeframe for a launch, as key technical decisions are still pending.

While retail investors tremble at the slightest dip, corporate whales are devouring millions in bitcoin. Coincidence? Or a new strategy from the "private central bankers" of crypto?

At Saylor's, the vaults overflow: 639,835 bitcoins in reserve! While Wall Street grimaces, Strategy plays the global treasurer of an increasingly coveted digital gold.

Two crypto platforms are fiercely competing: Kalshi captures the volumes, Polymarket buys respectability. Sports betting, regulators, and billions join the prediction feast.

Paul Atkins, the current chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Gary Gensler, the agency’s former chief, both appeared before the media this week to discuss the regulatory atmosphere under the current administration, particularly policies proposed by President Donald Trump.

Powell cuts timidly, Trump shouts louder than ever, and crypto cheers. In Washington, the FED lowers its arms, while Bitcoin and stablecoins revise their choreography.

France threatens to block the MiCA passport for certain crypto companies deemed too lenient. Towards stricter regulation in Europe?

Bitcoin wavers, whales sell, Wall Street sulks... and Strategy laughs. The former MicroStrategy continues to fill its vaults, defying volatility and skeptics of a crypto market that is always surprising.

President Donald Trump has renewed his efforts to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook just days before the central bank is expected to deliver its first rate cut in nearly a year. The case has turned into a controversial legal battle that is now overlapping with one of the most significant policy decisions in the US economy. As the administration continues with its appeal, new evidence looms to erode its claims and heightens its political and financial stakes.

European regulators are targeting $17.5 billion of cat bonds held in UCITS funds. ESMA considers these securities, exposed to natural disasters, too complex and risky for retail investors. If the European Commission follows this recommendation, a wave of forced sales could shake an already strained market.

The ECB freezes its rates, the FED is preparing to cut them... What if, in this monetary ping-pong, it was ultimately the real economy that served as the lost ball?