Crypto Regulation News
Regulatory developments are shaping the future of digital assets across global markets. This live section from CoinEdition delivers crypto regulation news, covering new laws, enforcement actions, and policy changes from key jurisdictions. It tracks updates from regulators, including the SEC and other global agencies, alongside stablecoin rules and compliance trends. Alongside the latest developments, it explains what these changes mean for users, investors, and the broader market. From legislative moves to industry responses, CoinEdition keeps you informed on the latest regulatory shifts impacting the crypto ecosystem.
Crypto Bill Faces Police Pushback
The CLARITY Act is facing renewed scrutiny from law enforcement and consumer protection groups as it moves toward the Senate. While supporters say the bill would give crypto firms clearer rules, critics warn that broad exemptions could make it harder to investigate scams, recover stolen funds, and track illicit crypto flows. The debate adds another hurdle to U.S. crypto market-structure reform.
Kraken Expands Regulatory Push
Kraken is reportedly in talks with Lithuanian regulators over a full European banking license, though neither the company nor the Bank of Lithuania has confirmed the process. The license could help Kraken compete more directly with banks and fintechs by offering custody, lending, and payment services. The report comes alongside Kraken’s legal push to finalize a $22 million award tied to its former auditor.
Russia Crypto Access Moves to Banks
Russia’s largest state-owned bank is reportedly preparing a crypto wallet and digital depository as regulators build a controlled framework for digital asset trading. The plan could give ordinary users a compliant way to hold or trade crypto inside familiar bank apps. Still, strict limits, permitted-asset lists, and unresolved foreign-exchange rules may leave some activity on offshore exchanges and peer-to-peer rails.
Kenya Targets Crypto Crime Tracking
Kenya’s markets regulator wants a blockchain surveillance system to strengthen oversight of the country’s fast-growing crypto sector. The platform would map wallet relationships, trace funds across chains, assign risk scores, and help identify unlicensed offshore platforms serving Kenyan users. The move follows Kenya’s Virtual Assets Service Providers Act, which brought crypto firms under formal regulation for the first time.
Bitcoin Suisse gets UAE approval
Bitcoin Suisse has received approval to offer digital asset services in the UAE. The Swiss private bank will provide services to institutional clients. This move expands its presence in the Middle East.
JPMorgan Opposes CLARITY Act
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon vows to fight the CLARITY Act, which allows yield-paying stablecoins. The act aims to provide regulatory clarity for stablecoins. JPMorgan’s stance is in response to potential risks associated with yield-paying stablecoins.
Australia Updates Crypto Regulations
Australia’s government is working to balance innovation and oversight in cryptocurrency regulation. The country aims to create a clear and consistent framework for crypto businesses. This move is expected to provide greater clarity for investors and businesses alike.
EU Crypto Now Faces Regulatory Hurdles
The European Union’s MiCA regulation has been implemented, but the real challenge for EU crypto lies ahead. The EU must now establish a framework for the supervision of crypto assets and service providers. This will require coordination among member states and the European Commission.
SEC Pushes IPO and Crypto Reform
SEC Chair Paul Atkins said the agency is working to make IPOs more attractive again while also modernizing rules for digital assets through “Project Crypto.” He said public listings should once again become a growing company’s goal rather than a last resort. Atkins also pointed to SEC-CFTC coordination as part of a broader effort to create clearer market rules and support on-chain financial innovation.
No more USDT for European Users
Europe’s largest fintech Revolut notified users it will delist Tether’s USDT stablecoin, allowing purchases until July 6, stopping new deposits on July 30, and permitting sales or withdrawals to external wallets until August 31. Any remaining USDT balances after August 31 will be automatically converted to fiat currency at the prevailing exchange rate. The delisting follows EU MiCA regulations requiring stablecoin authorization, which USDT lacks.