Ripple Wins Expanded MAS License to Broaden Regulated Crypto Services

Ripple’s expanded Singapore license clears the way for broader regulated crypto payment services, sharpening its push to deliver faster, more efficient digital asset infrastructure across a region central to Asia Pacific’s accelerating blockchain adoption. MAS Greenlight Boosts Ripple’s Digital Token Integration With Global Rails Ripple announced on Dec. 1 that the Monetary Authority of Singapore … Read more

Blockchain.com Secures MiCA License, Expands Crypto Services Across 27 EEA Nations

Blockchain.com has unlocked a major gateway to the European crypto market, securing regulatory approval under MiCA that positions it to serve all 27 EEA nations with a single license—setting the stage for massive institutional and retail expansion. Blockchain.com Secures MiCA License, Unlocking EU-Wide Crypto Operations Regulatory alignment across Europe’s digital asset sector is accelerating as … Read more

Crypto.com Seeks Federal Charter to Strengthen Institutional Crypto Services

Crypto.com’s push into federally regulated crypto custody just hit a new level, signaling a seismic shift in institutional-grade digital asset services as it files for a National Trust Bank Charter to cement its U.S. regulatory dominance. Crypto.com Aims for Federal Charter in Institutional Crypto Custody Expansion Institutional demand for regulated crypto solutions continues to reshape … Read more

Bybit Secures UAE’s First Virtual Asset Platform Operator License

The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has issued its first full Virtual Asset Platform Operator License to cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, marking a regulatory milestone in the United Arab Emirates’ expanding digital asset framework. UAE Issues First Comprehensive Crypto License to Bybit According to the release shared with Bitcoin.com News, the authorization follows Bybit’s in-principle approval … Read more

Ripple, Circle, Fidelity Among 6 Crypto Giants Racing for US Bank Charter

A wave of institutional crypto adoption is accelerating as six digital asset banks await federal charters, poised to unlock nationwide operations under dramatically loosened OCC oversight. Federal Greenlight Incoming? 6 Crypto Banks Await OCC Approval Six firms seeking to offer digital asset services have submitted applications for a national bank charter to the Office of … Read more

Ripple National Trust Bank Targets Fed Access—Is RLUSD About to Go Full Scale?

A major leap toward regulated crypto banking is underway as Ripple seeks a national trust bank charter to elevate stablecoin credibility and custody standards. Ripple National Trust Bank Deepens Regulatory Footprint With RLUSD Strategy Ripple is advancing its regulatory ambitions with an application to establish Ripple National Trust Bank, signaling a deepening push into federally … Read more

Ripple Files for National Bank License and Fed Master Account to Boost RLUSD Security

Ripple is charging into the regulated banking arena, seeking a national license and Federal Reserve access to vault its stablecoin into elite, federally supervised territory. Ripple’s Dual Licensing Move Sets Compliance Benchmark for Stablecoins Ripple announced on July 2 that it filed for a national banking license with the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of … Read more

Kraken Secures MiCA License, Expands Regulated Crypto Services Across 30 EU States

Kraken’s MiCA license unlocks seamless access to 30 European markets, fueling its expansion with unified compliance, elevated trust, and a powerful edge in regulated crypto services. With MiCA License, Kraken Unifies European Crypto Compliance and Broadens Reach Regulatory clarity in the European Union has opened the floodgates for licensed crypto expansion, offering major players a … Read more

Singapore Finalizes Crypto Rules—Firms Serving Overseas Must Comply by June

Singapore is mandating crypto service providers operating locally but serving overseas customers to get licensed or exit by June, with no grace period or phased rollout. Singapore Gives Crypto Firms Until June 2025 to Comply, Without Grace Period or Tiered Rollout The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) finalized its position on May 30 regarding the … Read more

Crypto Firms Eye Bank Charters Amid Regulatory Shift

U.S. digital asset firms are reportedly considering applying for bank charters and licenses, encouraged by the Trump administration’s more favorable stance towards the crypto industry. Trump Policies Spur Crypto Firms’ Banking Industry Interest Several U.S. digital asset firms are considering applying for bank charters and licenses, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing anonymous … Read more