The rise of pro-crypto lawmakers may lead to favorable regulations, potentially boosting innovation and investment in digital assets.
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Elizabeth Warren secures third term, defeats crypto advocate John Deaton in Massachusetts
Warren's victory signals continued regulatory scrutiny on crypto, potentially impacting innovation and investment in the industry.
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Singapore Regulator Unveils Plan to Develop, Commercialize Tokenized Assets
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is advancing tokenization in financial services by launching Project Guardian, a collaborative initiative involving major financial institutions to develop and commercialize tokenized assets, including fixed income and funds. Deepening Liquidity of Tokenized Assets The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has revealed plans to advance tokenization in financial services. The […]Microsoft’s decision on Bitcoin could trigger shareholder lawsuit
Microsoft faces potential shareholder lawsuit if it rejects Bitcoin investment, though the board advises against it.
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SEC’s Crypto Mom emerges as favorite to replace Gensler under Trump
SEC's Hester Peirce, dubbed Crypto Mom, emerges as Trump's potential SEC chair pick over Gensler, sparking crypto regulation debates.
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Shocking Exposure: Coinbase Uncovers 20 Shameful Regulator Moves Against Crypto
Newly surfaced documents reveal over 20 cases where regulators allegedly pressured banks to halt crypto services, raising concerns of a covert crackdown on U.S. crypto firms. 20 Secretive Regulator Moves Targeting Crypto in Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Coinbase’s chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, disclosed on social media platform X on Friday findings related to what he […]Pakistan moves to regulate cryptocurrency, CBDCs as legal tender
The proposed amendments would allow for sweeping changes to the country’s financial sector.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced a package of policy proposals on Nov. 4 that, if accepted, would legalize digital assets such as cryptocurrencies as legal tender throughout the country.
In a meeting chaired by SBP governor Jameel Ahmad, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) reportedly submitted amendments to its standing policy that would allow state banks to issue digital currency. The proposed amendments would also impose penalties on digital currency issuers operating without approval.
While the proposals would still require approval at the next stage of government, if they were to pass it could pave the way for both a central bank digital currency (CBDC) — ostensibly a government-issued digital rupee.
Crypto-backed Super PAC reports raising $78M for 2026 midterm efforts
The 2024 election results are likely still days away from being called, but industry advocates are looking to the next session of the US Congress.
With polls in the 2024 United States elections closing in less than 48 hours, a political action committee (PAC) has already announced millions of dollars raised to support pro-crypto candidates in the 2026 midterms.
In a Nov. 4 notice, the Fairshake PAC reported it had received $48 million in contributions from cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase and venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, in addition to the $30 million the committee had “in the bank.”
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced a $25-million contribution to Fairshake on Oct. 30, and the PAC reported receiving $23 million from Andreessen Horowitz.
a16z crypto backs Fairshake PACs with $23 million for pro-crypto policy in 2026 midterms
A16z donates $23M to Fairshake for crypto policy support, fostering bipartisan legislative backing for digital asset regulations.
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Transak Secures FINTRAC Registration in Canada and US Money Transmitter License in Delaware
Transak has recently obtained regulatory licenses in Canada and Delaware, solidifying its presence in North America’s cryptocurrency markets. Transak Expands Regulatory Reach in the U.S. and Canada Transak, a Miami-based Web3 payments platform, has achieved two regulatory milestones in both Canada and the United States. In Canada, Transak has registered with the Financial Transactions and […]