Crypto Regulation

SEC proposes rules allowing advisers and funds to hold digital assets in self-custody or via state trust companies, removing a key regulatory barrier to institutional adoption.

Scott Melker reported that the SEC has proposed a compliant route for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) to directly hold crypto assets, including a path for institutional self-custody.

The European Central Bank President announced an invitation for online shops to join the digital euro's pilot exercise in 2027.

Aave founder Stani Kulechov expressed disappointment with the European Central Bank and European Banking Authority's responses to the MiCA consultation, specifically regarding stablecoins and DeFi.

VanEck's head of digital assets research stated on X that the SEC is transitioning from informal guidance to formal rulemaking for crypto custody for investment advisers and funds.

The president of The ETF Store detailed the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's new proposal for crypto asset custody by investment advisors and funds on X.

Senator Cynthia Lummis announced on X that the Senate passed her Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act, aiming to increase returns on a $5.4 billion fund.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlighted onchain capital formation as a significant growth area for digital assets.

Scott Melker highlighted new draft rules for a 0.2% crypto transaction tax in Illinois, set to begin in 2027.

Michaël van de Poppe stated on X that the Netherlands government imposes a 36% yearly unrealized capital gains tax on self-custodied physical gold, silver, Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies.

SEC staff clarified that token buybacks do not automatically create securities if the underlying network is operational, narrowing Howey test application to pre-launch systems.

Scott Melker reported on X that California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill banning public officials from issuing memecoins and exchanges from listing tokens tied to officials.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong urged voters to consider candidates' stances on crypto ahead of the midterm elections.

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis stated on X that Democrats opposed consumer protection related to crypto mixers despite demanding a study on them.

Michaël van de Poppe, founder of MN Trading, stated on X that the non-approval of the Clarity Act was a missed opportunity, potentially hindering a significant crypto bull run.

Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal posted on X, implying that SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce is departing from her role.

The Coinbase CEO commented on a milestone related to the tokenization of traditional assets.

Senator Cynthia Lummis claimed on X that Democrats voted against the Clarity Act, which would have granted the Treasury new authority to combat money laundering through offshore digital asset exchanges.

Uniswap founder Hayden Adams stated on X that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has clarified its position on commodity tokens and liquid staking tokens.

The CFTC submitted its crypto asset rulemaking to the White House on Sept. 17, 2026, two days after the Senate rejected the CLARITY Act 49-50, signaling the agency will use existing powers to establish market structure rules without new legislation

The European Commission opened a public consultation on May 20 to determine whether decentralized lending protocols should fall under its Markets in Crypto Assets framework, citing challenges in identifying regulated entities across distributed vault architectures.

Ripple's CEO and CFTC chief signal momentum on H.R. 3633 as industry leaders press for federal digital asset rules before Senate vote

Gemini's CFTC-regulated subsidiary will execute and clear prediction market bets routed through Apex's futures commission merchant to hundreds of brokerages serving tens of millions of retail investors.

The company's 840,447 BTC holdings flip to 2.4 percent profit, erasing a $13 billion loss from July as Bitcoin rallies 23 percent in five days.

Prediction markets price the crypto regulatory bill at just 21 percent odds of enactment by year-end, down from 50 percent a month ago, as Senate schedule and competing interests collide.

A proposed rule released Monday draws legal boundaries on who may issue or sell payment stablecoins to U.S. customers, with compliance dates in 2027 and 2028.

Convicted in August 2025, the Tornado Cash co-founder argues North Korean operatives using ChatGPT and Gemini expose the DOJ's theory as unworkable.

Volatility Shares LLC would sponsor the funds under VS Trust, using CME futures to deliver triple daily exposure — a structure requiring a specific SEC rule-change process.

The agency pulled Friday's commissioner meeting on crypto offering exemptions with no reschedule, one week after the Senate left without advancing the CLARITY Act.

Commissioners had been set to vote on the agency's first crypto-specific offering exemptions before an unexplained cancellation with no reschedule.

The decentralized derivatives platform is building a compliant pathway for American traders following CFTC approvals of Bitcoin perpetual contracts.

VASPs must submit authorization applications by Oct. 30, 2026, including independent AML audits and capital reserves of $2M to $6.7M by license tier.

Bitcoin marks its best weekly close in over a month as 210,000 BTC moves from long-term wallets and the CLARITY Act faces a congressional delay.

Commissioner Hester Peirce said products involving discretionary management of pooled user assets could trigger U.S. securities law compliance requirements.

A Senate bill to split crypto jurisdiction between the SEC and CFTC is drawing millions in lobbying cash and will pick clear winners and losers across the industry.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton dodged questions on HB 32, a state digital asset licensing bill that drew $1.5 million in lobbying last quarter.

Ethereum's Proof-of-Stake model and Layer 2 reliance complicate its narrative for institutional investors

President Trump's executive order establishes regulatory framework for crypto while Jane Street faces renewed accusations over $192 million UST sales before Terra collapse

Multiple Americans face charges after entering zoo enclosure to promote new token featuring primate mascot

Operation targeted marketplace dealing in drugs and weapons, showcasing law enforcement's growing ability to trace illicit crypto funds

Estonia's Financial Supervisory Authority warned investors that Zondacrypto lacks proper authorization to provide crypto services within the country

President Trump's political moves in Indiana solidified his control over the Republican Party, directly impacting the legislative path for financial deregulation and a more permissive environment for digital assets.

Multiple attacks on U.S. forces in the Middle East highlight Tehran's defiance, empowering defense lobbies and forcing President Trump to consider action.

A brewing populist revolt against the GOP's perceived inaction on financial safeguards creates an opening for Democrats to advance stricter digital asset legislation, fundamentally shifting the power balance on Capitol Hill and forcing industry adaptation.

The $5 million settlement with Uphold marks the first enforcement action against a crypto yield promoter by the New York Attorney General, setting a precedent for future regulatory scrutiny.

Senator Thom Tillis's sharp criticism of James Comey and his firm opposition to the indictment tied to Bill 8647 signals a deep ideological rift with significant implications for future digital asset regulation and the powerful lobbying groups shaping its trajectory in Washington

The decision to dismiss charges against a top aide to Senator Cory Booker after bringing a firearm into the Capitol underscores a perceived two-tiered justice system that shapes Washington's regulatory landscape.

Digital assets gain momentum following significant legislative progress in the U.S. Senate and a new all-time high for the S&P 500, signaling robust investor confidence across traditional and crypto markets.

Prominent venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz has sided with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in a critical legal battle against states aiming to prohibit decentralized prediction markets, signaling a major fight for crypto's regulatory future.

The digital asset industry coalesces behind the CLARITY Act's proposed yield compromise, pushing the Senate Banking Committee to advance critical legislation for a markup amidst a cautious market.