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Australia Clears a Path for Stablecoin Distribution—No Extra Licenses Required

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Australia’s corporate watchdog on Thursday unveiled a class exemption letting licensed intermediaries distribute stablecoins issued by Australian financial services (AFS) licensees without separate approvals. Class Relief Lets Crypto Brokers Distribute Stablecoins Under One License The relief, published Sept. 18 by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), covers secondary distribution of stablecoins and removes the … Read more

Russia to Strengthen Grip on Digital-Asset Activities

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The Bank of Russia signaled that a new phase of oversight on digital‑asset activities, including mining and investment, will begin next year. The institution said the increased control aims to boost market confidence and protect investors. Russia Opens up to Digital Assets, but Will Tighten Oversight in 2026 While Russia has been steadily opening its … Read more

India Mandates Cybersecurity Audits for Crypto Firms Under FIU’s Directive

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India is reportedly imposing bank-grade compliance on crypto platforms, mandating cybersecurity audits and stricter oversight that signal a dramatic regulatory upgrade across the booming digital asset space. Crypto Exchanges in India Now Face Bank-Level Compliance Obligations India has reportedly mandated cybersecurity audits for all cryptocurrency exchanges, custodians, and intermediaries, with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) … Read more

New York Banks Advised to Leverage Blockchain Analytics: NYDFS

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New York Superintendent of Financial Services Adrienne Harris issued a guidance letter on Wednesday advising all New York banking organizations to consider using blockchain analytics to strengthen compliance and manage risks tied to virtual currency activity. NYDFS Links Prior VCRA, Analytics Guidance in New Notice to Banks The Department of Financial Services (DFS or NYDFS) … Read more

New York Greenlights Bullish With Bitlicense and Money Transmitter Nod

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Bullish just landed New York’s Bitlicense, teeing up a U.S. push with a green light from the state’s financial cop. Bullish Gets New York Go-Ahead for Trading and Custody Arm Bullish (NYSE: BLSH) said Wednesday that its U.S. arm, Bullish US Operations LLC, secured a Bitlicense and a Money Transmission License from the New York … Read more

Terror-Funded Tokens? Israel Blocks Iran-Linked Wallets Holding Millions in USDT

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Israel has seized 187 digital wallets allegedly linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) over terrorism financing charges, citing their use in a “severe terror crime.” Legal Basis for Seizure Israel has seized digital wallets allegedly controlled by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) on terrorism funding charges. In a seizure order issued by Defense Minister … Read more

Trump Renews Call to Replace Quarterly SEC Filings With 6-Month Reporting

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Trump ignited fresh momentum behind a bold push to slash SEC reporting rules, aiming to scrap quarterly disclosures in favor of a leaner, long-term-focused reporting regime. Trump Calls Quarterly Reports Wasteful, Wants SEC to Ease Disclosure Rules President Donald Trump has called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to end the requirement that … Read more

SEC Chair Prioritizes Clear Fraud Cases Over Technical Breaches

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A bold new SEC agenda is taking shape, as the agency slashes aggressive penalties, targets real fraud, and champions clear crypto rules to keep innovation stateside. Paul Atkins Rejects Gensler’s Aggressive Fines in Favor of Predictable Enforcement The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is shifting its enforcement priorities under the leadership of chair Paul … Read more

Pakistan Opens Doors to Regulated Exchanges as Critics Raise Red Flags Over Its Crypto Strategy

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The Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority is inviting leading global crypto exchanges to operate in the country, which has over 40 million virtual asset users. Key Requirements for Global Exchanges The Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA) has formally invited leading global exchanges and service providers to participate in the country’s digital economy. The invitation … Read more