Category: Crypto Regulations & Policy
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SEC Proposed Custody Rules Reshape Crypto Landscape by Elevating State Trusts and Defining Self-Custody Parameters
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled a transformative proposal for the digital asset custody framework that promises to redefine the competitive dynamics between traditional financial institutions and crypto-native firms. Under the proposed regime, state-chartered trust companies would be granted a permanent, formalized status as "qualified custodians" for digital assets, while investment advisers would…
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CFTC Proposes New Regulatory Framework for Event Contracts While Excluding Casino Gambling from Swap Definitions
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has initiated a significant regulatory pivot by proposing a new rule that would explicitly classify certain event contracts as "swaps" under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA). In a dual-track move aimed at clarifying the boundaries of federal oversight, the agency simultaneously issued an interim final rule to exclude traditional…
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European Parliament Targets Crypto Assets in Comprehensive New Anti-Corruption Strategy to Combat Financial Crimes
The European Parliament has formally identified crypto assets as a significant potential channel for the concealment of criminal proceeds, signaling a shift toward more aggressive enforcement measures under the European Union’s inaugural anti-corruption strategy. In a resolution adopted on Thursday, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) called for an expansive framework designed to trace, freeze,…
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UK Tightens Economic Noose on Russia with New Sanctions Against Cryptocurrency Platforms and Financial Intermediaries
The United Kingdom government has significantly escalated its economic campaign against the Russian Federation’s ability to finance its ongoing military operations in Ukraine by announcing a comprehensive new sanctions package. On October 8, 2024, the British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) unveiled a series of 38 new designations aimed at dismantling the sophisticated financial…
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UK Financial Conduct Authority Officially Opens Gateway for Crypto Asset Firm Authorizations as New Regulatory Regime Approaches
The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has officially commenced the acceptance of authorization applications from cryptocurrency firms, marking a pivotal transition in the nation’s oversight of digital assets. This development, announced via a formal press release on September 30, signifies the operational launch of a comprehensive regulatory gateway designed to integrate the crypto sector…
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Federal Reserve Minutes Signal Potential Year-End Rate Hike Amid AI Investment Boom and Persistent Inflationary Pressures
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) released the minutes from its September 15-16 policy meeting, revealing that a majority of central bank officials anticipate at least one more interest rate increase before the conclusion of the calendar year. This hawkish leaning comes as the committee grapples with a complex economic landscape defined by stubborn inflationary…
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House Oversight Committee Expands Investigation into Insider Trading and Regulatory Compliance Across Prediction Market Platforms
The United States House Committee on Oversight and Accountability has significantly broadened its investigation into the operations of online prediction markets, signaling an intensifying federal scrutiny of platforms that allow users to wager on real-world events. In a series of letters sent on Tuesday, Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) requested extensive records and internal documentation…
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Chairman of European Banking Authority Speaks Against Excessive Crypto Regulations
Addressing an audience of academics, financial professionals, and students at the Copenhagen Business School, Andrea Enria, the Chairperson of the European Banking Authority (EBA), has articulated a nuanced vision for the future of financial regulation. In a significant departure from the more restrictive stances adopted by several of his global counterparts, Enria argued against the…
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Tom Lee Predicts Post-Midterm Surge for Crypto and AI as Inflation Cools and Federal Policy Shifts
The United States equity market is currently navigating a period of heightened uncertainty that could trigger a notable price correction from mid-October through the upcoming midterm elections. However, Tom Lee, the managing partner and head of research at Fundstrat Global Advisors, suggests that this period of volatility will likely serve as a precursor to a…
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Thailand Legalizes Cryptocurrency; Plans to Give SEC Sole Power to Regulate the Industry
Thailand has officially embarked on a transformative journey to integrate digital assets into its national financial framework, signaling a departure from its previously cautious stance toward decentralized finance. In a landmark move aimed at fostering innovation while ensuring investor protection, the Bank of Thailand (BoT) has announced a comprehensive plan to regulate and legalize cryptocurrency…
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