Regulations News

France is making headlines with a controversial tax proposal targeting unrealized crypto gains as part of its 2025 budget.

Jordan has announced plans to develop a comprehensive regulatory framework for virtual and digital assets within a year, aiming to align with global standards and boost its digital economy.

The SEC, long viewed as an obstacle to crypto innovation, is shifting its stance under the leadership of Hester Peirce, now heading the newly formed Crypto Task Force.

In a major shift for the U.S. banking and cryptocurrency sectors, President Trump has officially revoked a controversial rule imposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Taiwan is gearing up to overhaul its approach to virtual asset regulation, with the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) planning to introduce a new law by June 2025.

Coinbase has taken its legal battle with the SEC to the U.S. Court of Appeals, seeking a clear ruling on whether cryptocurrency trades in secondary markets qualify as securities.

The EU has set a strict deadline for the removal of stablecoins that fail to comply with its new regulations, requiring crypto firms to delist non-compliant tokens by the end of March 2025.

The crypto industry is pushing for bold moves from President Donald Trump, calling for an executive order to block the development of a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC), often referred to as the Digital Dollar.

The Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit continues to capture the crypto community’s attention, even as excitement builds around Donald Trump’s TRUMP memecoin launch.

Blockchain developer Michael Lewellen has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), accusing the Biden administration of suppressing cryptocurrency innovation by misinterpreting federal money transmission laws.

Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda, Republican members of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), are reportedly evaluating ongoing enforcement actions against cryptocurrency firms.

South Korea is moving forward with plans to enhance its cryptocurrency regulations, aiming to implement the next phase of its framework by late 2025.

Regulators in New York and the United Kingdom are teaming up to tackle global cryptocurrency oversight.

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has called for Thailand to embrace stablecoins and legalize online gambling.

The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has proposed new rules to enhance protections for cryptocurrency users, requiring providers to reimburse victims of fraud or theft.

Kenya is taking a significant step toward embracing the cryptocurrency industry by seeking public input on a proposed regulatory framework.

The UK government has clarified its stance on crypto staking by removing it from the classification of “collective investment schemes” (CIS), a category subject to strict regulatory oversight.

In a contentious development during President Joe Biden’s final days in office, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has introduced a proposal targeting cryptocurrency wallet providers like MetaMask and Phantom.

South Korea is set to ease its restrictions on local institutional participation in cryptocurrency trading, as reported by Yonhap news agency on Wednesday, referencing the Financial Services Commission (FSC).

The CEO of CryptoQuant, Ki Young Ju, has outlined key factors that could drive significant demand for Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies in the coming year.

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation has officially come into effect, creating a unified framework for the oversight of digital assets across member states.

China has implemented new foreign exchange regulations aimed at curbing crypto-related financial activities, requiring banks to monitor and report transactions linked to cross-border gambling, underground banking, and illicit digital asset trading.

In 2025, with a pro-crypto administration taking shape, U.S. Congress is set to focus on cryptocurrency legislation, especially stablecoins and the FIT21 Act.

Japan’s government has decided against incorporating Bitcoin into its national reserves, citing its volatile nature and the fact that it falls outside the scope of traditional foreign exchange assets.

Turkey has introduced new regulations aimed at tackling money laundering and terrorism financing within the cryptocurrency sector.

Starting in 2025, Russia will impose strict limitations on cryptocurrency mining, including a full ban in 10 regions and seasonal restrictions in others.

South Korea is working on amending its Foreign Exchange Transactions Act to require virtual asset service providers (VASPs) engaged in cross-border transactions to register and report user transaction details to the Bank of Korea.

Hong Kong has granted licenses to four additional cryptocurrency exchanges, reinforcing its goal to become a leading global crypto hub.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has filed a lawsuit against Binance Australia Derivatives, accusing the platform of failing to uphold consumer protection standards.

Former President Trump is pushing forward with a bold plan to eliminate capital gains taxes on cryptocurrencies issued by U.S. companies.

The Bank of England is giving businesses until March 2025 to report their exposure to cryptocurrency assets.

As Europe prepares to enforce new crypto regulations under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), exchanges are taking significant steps to comply.

Ukraine is on track to legalize cryptocurrencies in early 2025, with plans to implement a tax structure similar to that of securities.

Australia is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency regulation with new proposals aimed at preventing financial crimes such as money laundering and terrorist financing.

The regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies continues to face uncertainty, with many industry figures, including Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, raising concerns.

Iran’s Central Bank has unveiled a new regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency sector, positioning itself as the primary authority overseeing the industry.

In a move that could attract more cryptocurrency investors, the Czech Republic has introduced a new law that will exempt Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies from capital gains tax if held for over three years.

The French government has proposed a new tax targeting “unproductive wealth,” including cryptocurrencies, luxury goods, and unused real estate.

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has issued warnings for seven cryptocurrency entities that falsely claim to be registered and licensed within the city.

Australia is overhauling its cryptocurrency regulations, with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) introducing new rules aimed at making crypto businesses more accountable.

Cambodian authorities have blocked access to 16 major crypto exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, and OKX, due to their lack of licensing from the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC).

Donald Trump is gearing up to reveal his nominee for the next head of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), fulfilling a campaign promise to overhaul the agency’s leadership.

South Korea’s Democratic Party (KDP) has shifted its stance on the proposed crypto capital gains tax, now agreeing to delay its implementation for another two years, pushing the tax start date to 2027.

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is cracking down on several overseas cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of operating illegally within the country.

Brazil’s Central Bank (BCB) has unveiled a draft proposal aiming to restrict the withdrawal of foreign currency-backed stablecoins to self-custody wallets.

Taiwan has expedited the rollout of its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) rules for cryptocurrency businesses, following recent fines against two exchanges for failing to meet compliance standards.

Coinbase is set to end its USDC rewards program for users in the European Economic Area (EEA) starting December 1, a move driven by compliance with the upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.

Russia has moved forward with a new tax framework for cryptocurrency, focusing on both mining and trading.

Hong Kong is introducing tax exemptions on crypto investments for high-net-worth individuals, hedge funds, and private equity firms to attract global capital and enhance its position as a cryptocurrency hub in Asia.

The Trump administration is considering expanding the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) authority to oversee the cryptocurrency market, potentially positioning it as the primary regulator for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), moving away from the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) dominance.

A U.S. federal appeals court has overturned Treasury Department sanctions on Tornado Cash, a crypto-mixing platform that uses decentralized smart contracts to anonymize transactions.

Morocco is in the process of drafting a new cryptocurrency regulation, according to Abdellatif Jouahri, the governor of the country’s central bank.

The U.K. is setting its sights on a robust cryptocurrency regulatory framework, with plans to introduce comprehensive rules by 2026.

Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, has called for substantial reforms at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), urging the next chairman to reset the agency’s fraught relationship with the cryptocurrency sector.

Australia’s Treasury Department is seeking public input on how to implement a global cryptocurrency transaction reporting standard as part of its effort to enhance tax transparency and reduce international tax evasion.

Coin Center, a prominent crypto advocacy organization, has raised concerns about potential barriers to innovation in the U.S. crypto sector, even as expectations grow for a more crypto-friendly environment under a possible Trump administration.

Preliminary talks are reportedly underway among Texas lawmakers regarding the potential creation of strategic Bitcoin reserve legislation, as revealed by the Satoshi Action Fund (SAF), an advocacy group focused on cryptocurrency.

Russia’s tightening regulations on cryptocurrency mining have led to a surge in licensing applications, with the tax authorities receiving 150 submissions since November 1, 2024.

The UK is set to unveil a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency assets early next year, according to a Treasury official.

Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple Labs, recently discussed the future of cryptocurrency under a potential Trump administration in an interview with Fox Business.