Hong Kong issues strict new crypto custody rules for cold wallets
Hong Kong has introduced strict crypto custody rules, banning smart contracts for cold wallets and tightening security standards for custodians. Go to Source
Month: August 2025
Top 10 Crypto Exchanges in August 2025 – Ranked by Volume, Fees & Features
The crypto bull market is gaining momentum – and the exchanges leading the charge are thriving through explosive volume growth, product rollouts, and strategic pivots. Here’s who’s on top as of mid-August 2025 – and why they’re poised to ride the next wave. The Crypto Exchanges Dominating 2025 The first half of 2025 saw relatively … Read more
Spot Ether ETFs rack up $3B in August as ETH hits yearly high
Spot Ether ETFs are set to record their strongest weekly performance ever, with inflows already surpassing $2.9 billion. Go to Source
BPI Argues That GENIUS Act Stablecoin Yield Loopholes Jeopardize the Banking Sector
The BPI explains that as crypto companies circumvent the GENIUS Act guardrails, the difference in yield between ordinary banking products and stablecoins could lead to deposits migrating to the latter, putting the credit creation system at risk of failure and potentially spreading throughout the U.S. economy. Bank Policy Institute Calls for Plugging Genius Act Stablecoin … Read more
Brazil Unveils US Tariff Countermeasures as Trade Conflict Worsens
Brazil has unveiled a series of countermeasures to soften the blow that national producers will have to endure as the Trump Administration imposes a 50% tariff regime on exports to the U.S. The measures do not include enacting reciprocal levies, as President Lula stated that these could worsen the already strained bilateral relations. Brazil Directs … Read more
South Africa Moves to Regulate Cross-Border Crypto Flows
Instead of creating a broad exemption framework for cryptocurrency exchanges, the South African central bank plans to release a new framework later this year focused on cross-border crypto asset transfers. Key Details of Proposed Framework South Africa is taking significant steps towards regulating cryptocurrency transactions, as highlighted by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s recent statements. Rather … Read more
Do Kwon Pleads Guilty — What It Means for Global Crypto Markets
Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The following opinion editorial was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. Do Kwon’s Guilty Plea On August 12, 2025, the United States Attorney’s Office for … Read more
Sorry, ETH holders…you may have to wait longer for all-time highs
While some Ether holders expect new all-time highs within the next few days, a Nansen analyst believes it may still be weeks to months away. Go to Source
New York lawmakers want to tax crypto sales and transfers
New York Assemblymember Phil Steck has introduced a bill that would see the state tax the sale and transfer of crypto assets. Go to Source
Garantex had ‘contingency plans’ last time authorities tried to shut it down
The US government redesignated Garantex on Thursday to its list of sanctioned entities, along with its successor, Grinex, but TRM Labs suggests it could be ineffective. Go to Source