Regulation
UK Bans Crypto Donations to Political Parties, Citing Foreign Interference Risk
An independent government review warned that crypto assets could channel foreign money into British politics.
Tether Engages Big Four Firm for First Full Audit
The issuer of the largest stablecoin by market cap has been under scrutiny for years for not conducting a full financial audit
US Bank Lobby Considers Suing OCC Over Crypto Firms' Banking Charters: Report
The Bank Policy Institute is reportedly weighing filing a lawsuit against the OCC over it granting more bank trust charters to crypto firms.
Treasury Report Identifies Technology Tools to Counter Digital Asset Crime
The report notes that AI, digital identity systems, blockchain analytics, and APIs can be harnessed to fight financial crime.
White House Cyber Strategy Puts Crypto Under Federal Umbrella
The Trump administration's cybersecurity framework names cryptocurrency and blockchain as technologies requiring federal protection, a first for a U.S. presidential strategy document.
Bitcoin Fintech Strike Secures BitLicense to Operate in New York
Strike's parent firm has received a BitLicense from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), enabling it to offer crypto services in New York.
Revolut, Zerohash Pursue US National Banking Charters
The global fintech applied to become a federally regulated, FDIC-insured bank, while the crypto infra firm is looking to become a national bank trust.
CFTC Says It's 'Modernizing' Rules to Make a Place for DeFi in the US
The Chairs of the U.S. CFTC and SEC said they're working together to keep on-chain finance, prediction markets, and perpetuals futures in the country.
Hyper Foundation Backs New DC Lobby with 1M HYPE for Clearer DeFi Rules
With Jake Chervinsky at the helm, the Hyperliquid Policy Center gives the perp DEX a formal policy foothold in Washington.
Eurozone to Discuss Stablecoins in Bid to Strengthen Euro's Role
Eurozone finance ministers will convene on Feb. 16 to deliberate on integrating euro-denominated stablecoins as part of efforts to bolster the euro's global influence.
