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Hong Kong Regulator Mandates Phishing-Resistant Logins for Crypto Platforms
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission has ordered crypto platforms to deploy phishing-resistant login methods within 12 months, marking a shift toward stronger operational security standards in the region's digital asset industry.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Google Bans Prediction Market Extensions from Chrome Web Store in August 2026
Google is removing all Chrome extensions that facilitate real-money prediction market trades from its Web Store effective August 1, 2026. The ban is part of updated Chrome Web Store policies enforcing stricter data privacy and AI safety requirements, adding pressure on platforms like Polymarket...
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Senator Wyden Pushes Senate Leaders to Preserve Developer Protections in CLARITY Act
Senator Ron Wyden is urging Senate leadership to maintain developer protections within the CLARITY Act ahead of a floor vote, signaling a critical moment for blockchain regulatory clarity in Congress.
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DOJ Warns Prosecutors of Reduced Binance Cooperation in Crypto Cases
The U.S. Department of Justice has issued an internal memo alerting prosecutors to expect diminished cooperation from Binance in cryptocurrency investigations, marking a potential fracture in the working relationship that followed Binance's 2023 settlement with federal authorities.
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CFTC Chair Says Clarity Act 'So Close' to Passage Before August Recess
CFTC Chairman Michael Selig said the crypto market-structure bill known as the Clarity Act is "so close" to passage, urging Congress to vote before lawmakers leave for their August recess. The statement signals that a major piece of crypto legislation could finally clear both chambers within the...
RegulationAlejandro Silva Ramírez
AscendEX Shuts Down Operations, Freezes Withdrawals Over EU MiCA Compliance
AscendEX ceased operations effective July 1, 2026, citing compliance challenges with the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. The exchange froze automated withdrawals on July 6, moving all withdrawal requests to manual review.
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Citadel Abandons US Lawsuit Against Portofino, Pivots to UK Bankruptcy
Citadel Securities has dropped its US lawsuit against crypto startup Portofino and is now pursuing a bankruptcy order against the firm's founder in UK courts, signaling a strategic shift in how traditional finance entities pursue disputes with crypto firms.
RegulationAlejandro Silva Ramírez
UK Bankers File Suspicious Activity Report Over Farage's £5M Crypto Gift
Banks filed a Suspicious Activity Report in May 2024 after Nigel Farage received a £5 million gift from a Tether-connected billionaire, triggering a National Crime Agency assessment. The filing underscores regulatory friction at the intersection of cryptocurrency wealth and UK politics.
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ESMA Launches Crypto Custody Review Under MiCA Framework
The European Securities and Markets Authority is conducting a review of crypto custody providers under MiCA, focusing on key management practices, incident response procedures, and third-party technology reliance. The review marks a significant enforcement phase for Europe's crypto rulebook.
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Nigel Farage Resigns as UK MP, Seeks Re-election Amid Crypto Gift Probes
Nigel Farage resigned from his position as Member of Parliament for Clacton on Wednesday, triggering a by-election. Two separate investigations examine gifts Farage received from crypto-linked donors, raising questions about financial impropriety and the intersection of cryptocurrency wealth...
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RBI Doubles Down on Crypto Ban to Fight Tax Evasion, Risking Underground Markets
The Reserve Bank of India reaffirmed its support for a complete cryptocurrency prohibition on Tuesday, citing tax evasion and regulatory oversight as primary concerns. The central bank's hardline stance reflects no softening despite India's estimated 15-20 million crypto users and the global...
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Judge Torres Denies Kalshi Injunction, Upholds New York Gambling Laws
Federal Judge Analisa Torres denied Kalshi's bid for a preliminary injunction against New York gaming regulators, ruling that the state's gambling laws are not preempted by federal commodities regulation. The decision marks a significant legal setback for the prediction market platform.
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Swyftx Secures Australian License, Pivots to Payments
Swyftx has obtained an Australian financial services license that clears the path for the crypto exchange to expand into payments services, marking a significant strategic shift for the local platform.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
CFTC Charges North Carolina Man with $14M Crypto Fraud
The CFTC charged a North Carolina resident and his company with operating an unregistered commodity pool that defrauded approximately 60 investors out of $14 million through a scheme combining cryptocurrency and futures trading.
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Kraken Wins $22M Arbitration Award Against Mazars, Seeks Delaware Judgment
Kraken has won a $22 million arbitration award against Mazars, the accounting firm that resigned from the exchange's 2022 audit during regulatory scrutiny. The exchange now seeks Delaware court enforcement, raising questions about coordinated pressure on service providers in crypto.
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SEC Advances Crypto Regulation with Three Proposed Rule Changes on 2026 Agenda
The SEC has added three proposed cryptocurrency rule changes to its 2026 regulatory agenda, targeting exchanges and broker-dealers. The moves signal the SEC's intent to advance its own rulemaking process this year rather than wait for potential Congressional action on comprehensive crypto...
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Coinbase Secures UK MiFID License for Stocks and Derivatives
Coinbase has obtained FCA authorization and a MiFID license in the UK, enabling the exchange to offer equities, derivatives, and commodity perpetual futures to British users alongside cryptocurrency products.
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Bitcoin Suisse Gets Abu Dhabi Financial Services License
Bitcoin Suisse's subsidiary BTCS (Middle East) Ltd. has secured full authorization from Abu Dhabi Global Market's Financial Services Regulatory Authority, enabling regulated institutional crypto services across the UAE.
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Ripple Secures Full MiCA Authorization in Luxembourg, Unlocking EEA Market Access
Ripple has obtained full Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) authorization from Luxembourg's CSSF, enabling the company to provide regulated crypto services across all 30 European Economic Area countries.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
Sovereign Wealth Funds Embrace Regulated Bitcoin Access
Sovereign wealth funds managing over $10 trillion globally are increasingly choosing regulated pathways to Bitcoin through spot ETFs and infrastructure investments rather than direct token ownership, marking a critical shift in institutional adoption.
RegulationHadi Ghadban
South Africa's Tax Authority Clarifies Crypto Taxation for 6 Million Users
South Africa's Revenue Service (SARS) has released draft guidance integrating cryptocurrency assets into the country's existing income and capital gains tax frameworks for an estimated 6 million local users. The public comment period extends until August 31, 2026.
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Law Enforcement Groups Shift Stance on CLARITY Act, Boosting Senate Prospects
Two major U.S. law enforcement organizations have reversed course on the CLARITY Act this week. NOBLE formally endorsed the bill on July 3, while MCSA dropped its opposition to the DeFi provision, moving to a neutral stance.
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Senator Gillibrand Proposes Ban on Elected Officials Issuing Memecoins
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced legislation this week that would prohibit members of Congress, the US president, and their spouses from issuing or sponsoring their own digital assets, marking an escalation in regulatory scrutiny of political figures' crypto involvement.
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EU Crypto Regulation Milestone: ESMA Adds 37 Licensed Firms Including Standard Chartered, Reaching 280 Total MiCA Registrants
The European Securities and Markets Authority added 37 new crypto service providers to its MiCA register on July 3, 2026, pushing the total to 280 licensed firms. Standard Chartered's inclusion signals institutional commitment to Europe's regulated crypto market.
RegulationHadi Ghadban