Policy & Regulation
Up-to-date information on legal regulations, political decisions and sectoral strategies affecting crypto markets.
US Regulator Sues Minnesota Over State's Prediction Market Ban
May 25, 2026SEC Poised to Introduce Framework for Tokenized Securities Trading
May 22, 2026Bitcoin Depot Files for Bankruptcy, Citing Regulatory Overload and Financial Strain
North America's largest Bitcoin ATM operator, Bitcoin Depot, has ceased operations and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to a challenging regulatory landscape and significant financial losses.
May 22, 2026Bitcoin Depot Files for Bankruptcy Amidst Regulatory Storm
Major Bitcoin ATM operator Bitcoin Depot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing intense regulatory pressure and an unsustainable business model. The company is winding down operations and selling assets, highlighting the challenges faced by crypto infrastructure providers.
May 20, 2026US Senate Committee Greenlights CLARITY Act, Paving Way for Crypto Regulation
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has taken a significant step towards comprehensive crypto regulation by advancing the CLARITY Act with bipartisan support. This move signals a potential new era for digital asset oversight in the United States.
May 20, 2026US Senate Banking Committee Advances Crypto Clarity Act, Awaiting Full Senate Vote
The US Senate Banking Committee has made a significant move by passing the bipartisan 'Clarity Act,' a bill designed to provide much-needed regulatory definitions for digital assets.
May 19, 2026Poland Embraces MiCA Framework as $96M Zondacrypto Investigation Intensifies
Poland has officially enacted the MiCA crypto regulations, coinciding with a deepening regulatory probe into the Zondacrypto exchange involving $96 million.
May 18, 2026Vietnam Hints at Official Cryptocurrency Market Launch in Q3 2026
Vietnam's Deputy Minister of Finance has indicated a potential official launch of the country's cryptocurrency market in the third quarter of 2026, signaling a significant regulatory step forward for the Southeast Asian nation. This move could unlock substantial growth for the local crypto industry.
May 13, 2026US Senate Banking Committee Moves Forward with Comprehensive Crypto Market Structure Bill
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has unveiled an updated version of its crypto market structure bill, the 'Clarity Act,' incorporating provisions for stablecoin rewards and DeFi developers.
May 12, 2026Senator Warren Demands Transparency from Meta on Stablecoin Integration Plans
Citing past controversies, Senator Elizabeth Warren is pressing Meta for full disclosure regarding its current stablecoin initiatives.
May 11, 2026Ripple CEO: U.S. Faces Critical Two Weeks for Crypto Legislation Progress
Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, has emphasized the crucial nature of the upcoming two weeks for advancing cryptocurrency legislation in the United States, as Senate deliberations continue.
May 8, 2026US Authorities Dismantle $150 Million Crypto Scam: Operation Level Up Succeeds
U.S. authorities, in a coordinated international effort, have successfully seized the domain of BG Wealth Sharing, a platform suspected of orchestrating a massive cryptocurrency investment scam. The operation, dubbed 'Operation Level Up,' has frozen over $41 million in assets and traced significant attempted transfers.
May 7, 2026US Voters Rank Crypto Low in Midterm Election Priorities, Survey Finds
A recent survey conducted for CoinDesk reveals that cryptocurrency ranks as a very low priority for U.S. voters heading into the upcoming midterm elections.
May 6, 2026Stablecoin Yield Regulation Reaches Compromise, Clarity Act Moves Forward
A significant legislative compromise on stablecoin yield within the CLARITY Act was announced on May 2, 2026, potentially shaping the future of digital assets.
May 6, 2026U.S. Senate Bans Prediction Market Bets for Lawmakers Amidst Conflict Concerns
In a unanimous vote, the U.S. Senate has prohibited its members and staff from participating in prediction market platforms, citing potential conflicts of interest and insider trading risks.
May 5, 2026North Korea Dominates 2026 Crypto Theft Landscape, Report Reveals
A new report from TRM Labs highlights North Korea's alarming dominance in cryptocurrency theft for 2026, with DPRK-linked actors responsible for the vast majority of stolen funds.
May 5, 2026New York Attorney General Fines Uphold $5 Million Over Crypto Yield Product Promotions
New York's top prosecutor has reached a $5 million settlement with cryptocurrency platform Uphold. The enforcement action targets Uphold's past promotion of crypto yield products, signaling a stricter regulatory stance on such offerings.
May 3, 2026