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The European Union has launched its AI regulation efforts, focusing on definitions, literacy, and prohibitions on high-risk AI. Vladimir Lelicanin, highlights the challenges of risk assessments and documentation for smaller businesses. EU AI Act: Industry, Rights Groups Split On Feb. 2, the European Union (EU) launched its effort to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) by unveiling … Read more
A former high-tech corporate lawyer has advocated for sector-specific regulations for decentralized finance that leverage the technology’s strengths while addressing its weaknesses. The Importance of Collaboration Ran Hammer, a blockchain and crypto-focused lawyer, is advocating for sector-specific laws for decentralized finance (defi) that consider the strengths and weaknesses of the underlying technology. According to Hammer, … Read more
Florida is moving to integrate bitcoin into its financial strategy, with a new bill proposing the state invest public funds in cryptocurrency as a hedge against inflation. Florida Explores Bitcoin Adoption for State Reserves Florida State Senator Joe Gruters filed a bill on Friday that would allow the state’s chief financial officer to invest public … Read more
Texas is advancing plans for a strategic bitcoin reserve, aiming to strengthen its financial security, encourage community investment, and reinforce its role in digital asset innovation. Bitcoin Reserve Bill Progresses in Texas Legislature The Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act was read on Feb. 7 and referred to the Senate Finance Committee for review. Senate Bill … Read more
Top U.S. lawmakers have pledged to pass crypto legislation, marking an unprecedented shift toward regulatory clarity. Ripple calls it “100% a big deal” amid industry optimism. Ripple Says ‘100% a Big Deal’—Congress Makes Historic Move for Crypto Clarity U.S. lawmakers are advancing efforts to establish clear regulations for the cryptocurrency industry, following directives from President … Read more
Nikkei, Japan’s daily business newspaper, reports that it was learned on Feb. 7 that the country’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) has engaged Apple and Google, urging them to remove unregistered crypto exchanges from their respective app stores. Japan’s FSA Directs App Stores to Expunge Unauthorized Crypto Platforms On Friday, it was reported that the FSA … Read more
Deribit said that starting Feb. 17, Russian accounts will switch to “reduce-only” mode, and all positions will be forcibly closed by March 29, although withdrawals will remain open. Withdrawals to Remain Open Deribit, a cryptocurrency derivatives platform, announced Feb. 5 that European Union (EU) sanctions on Russia have forced it to exit the country. According … Read more
Coinbase is demanding federal regulators tear down banking barriers to crypto, arguing that clear, enforceable rules will unlock financial innovation, stability, and mass adoption. Coinbase Battles Banking Barriers—Will the Feds Finally Open the Floodgates? Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) is pressing federal banking regulators to create standardized regulations for cryptocurrency-related services within the banking industry. … Read more
Lawmakers are pushing for a clear regulatory framework on blockchain and digital assets, warning that without action, the U.S. risks losing innovation to global competitors. US Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Supporting Blockchain and Digital Assets A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to support blockchain technology and … Read more
The FDIC’s release of 175 documents marks a major shift toward transparency, signaling new opportunities for banks to engage in crypto as regulators reassess outdated policies. Regulators vs. Crypto: FDIC Signals New Approach With Massive Document Dump The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) released 175 documents on Feb. 5, detailing its oversight of banks engaged … Read more