Fed Explores Payment Account That Could Pull Crypto Into the Heart of US Finance

The Federal Reserve is charting a bold new course by exploring a “payment account” framework that could give fintechs and crypto firms streamlined access to its core payment systems—ushering in a transformative era for blockchain integration in U.S. finance. New Fed Proposal Could Reshape How Crypto Firms Connect to the US Financial Grid A major … Read more

Crypto Leaders and Senate Democrats to Debate DeFi Rules at Pivotal Washington Forum: Report

Top crypto CEOs and U.S. lawmakers are converging in Washington to craft digital asset rules that could redefine market structure, drive institutional clarity, safeguard innovation, and keep the U.S. at the forefront of global crypto leadership. Crypto CEOs Join Lawmakers to Forge US Framework Balancing Innovation and Oversight Growing efforts in Washington to define cryptocurrency … Read more

5x XRP ETF Filing Pushes Crypto Leverage Into Uncharted Territory

Volatility Shares just ignited the ETF race by filing for a groundbreaking set of 27 highly leveraged products—featuring first-ever 5x exposure to bitcoin, XRP, ether, solana, and top equities—signaling a seismic shift in access to turbocharged crypto and stock trading. XRP 5x ETF Proposal Hints at New Era Momentum in the leveraged exchange-traded fund (ETF) … Read more

SEC Urged to Disapprove Nasdaq Tokenized Securities Plan Amid Transparency Concerns

Regulators are being urged to block Nasdaq’s tokenized securities plan over gaps in DTC transparency that threaten market fairness and innovation, a stance strongly advanced by Ondo Finance as it calls for full public disclosure before approval. Ondo Finance Presses SEC to Pause Nasdaq’s Tokenized Securities Plan Financial technology firm Ondo Finance urged the U.S. … Read more

Fed Governor: Guardrails Essential for Stablecoins to Modernize Finance

Stablecoins are surging into the financial spotlight as regulators push forward with frameworks that could unlock their full potential to revolutionize cross-border payments and reshape global finance—if executed with precision and consistency. Fed Official: Stablecoins Could Transform Payments if Regulators Get It Right The rapid evolution of payment technologies continues to reshape the financial landscape, … Read more

Swiss Regulator Files Criminal Complaint Against FIFA Over Blockchain Tokens

The Swiss gambling regulator has filed a criminal complaint against the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over its blockchain-based “right to buy” tokens sold on the FIFA Collect platform, alleging they constitute illegal gambling. FIFA Token Sales Violate Swiss Gambling Regulations The Swiss gambling regulator, Gespa, has reportedly filed a criminal complaint with local … Read more

Australia Targets Crypto ATM Abuse With New Student Visa Data Rules

The Australian government says it will intensify its crackdown on money laundering involving international students and crypto ATMs. Banks to Gain Access to Student Visa Status The Australian government has announced plans to intensify its scrutiny of international students allegedly exploited by criminals to launder money through crypto automated teller machines (ATMs). Under new immigration … Read more

FCA Crypto ETN Ban Reversal a ‘Milestone Moment’ for UK, Says Zebu Live CEO

A digital asset industry leader sees the Financial Conduct Authority’s decision to lift its prohibition on the sale of crypto ETNs to retail investors as a major step toward making the country a hub for crypto innovation. A Milestone for the UK Crypto Industry The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s decision to lift its prohibition on … Read more

Kenya on Cusp of Landmark Crypto Law After Parliament Passes VASP Bill

Kenya’s Parliament has passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill at its Third Reading, sending the comprehensive digital asset regulation to President William Ruto for assent. Integrated Oversight and Licensing Kenya is one step away from enacting its first comprehensive law to regulate digital assets after the National Assembly passed the virtual asset service … Read more