Former CFTC Chair Pushes Congress for Fast-Track Crypto Rules Before Chaos Hits

U.S. lawmakers are being pushed to act fast as calls intensify for a clear crypto regulatory framework that protects investors, fuels innovation, and reduces systemic risk. Former CFTC Chair Urges Swift Congressional... Read more »

From High Gear to Grind: Bitcoin Hashrate Slides 75 EH/s After Etching New Record

Bitcoin’s hashrate hit a record-setting 943 exahash per second (EH/s) on May 31, but in the days since then, the network’s processing power has dipped by more than 75 EH/s. Bitcoin’s Block... Read more »

Spain Introduces Law to Acquire Crypto Exchanges’ Data, Seize Digital Assets

The directive, which is expected to be approved and implemented by January 2026, will enable authorities in Spain to exchange data on cryptocurrency assets held on international exchanges. Similarly, the Spanish tax... Read more »

Bitmain’s 1.16 PH/s Bitcoin Mining Beast: The ASIC Arms Race Just Got Real

Over the past three years, bitcoin mining gear has evolved dramatically—from machines cranking out massive terahash to widely available rigs boasting efficiencies under 20 joules per terahash (J/TH). At the World Digital... Read more »

SEC Urged to Stop Favoring Late Filers in Crypto ETF Race for Market Share

Top investment firms demand SEC reinstate filing-order rule to protect crypto ETF innovation and prevent market dominance by giants. SEC Urged to Restore First-to-File Rule as Big Firms Exploit System Shift Executives... Read more »

Singapore Clarifies Crypto Licensing Rules With Offshore-Only Activities Under Fire

Singapore’s looming licensing mandate forces offshore-only crypto providers into urgent compliance mode, threatening to cut off unregulated access to tokenized finance and digital asset markets. June 30 Sparks Compliance Race for Offshore-Only... Read more »

Crypto ATM Use by Seniors Raises Red Flags—AUSTRAC Tightens Rules

Australia’s financial intelligence agency, AUSTRAC, is tightening regulations on crypto ATMs due to concerns over scams and fraud. New restrictions include cash deposit and withdrawal limits as well as mandatory scam warnings.... Read more »

UK Financial Watchdog Proposes Lifting Ban on Crypto ETNs for Retail Investors

The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority has proposed lifting a ban on offering crypto exchange-traded notes to retail traders. Normal Financial Promotion Rules to Apply The U.K. financial watchdog, the Financial Conduct Authority... Read more »

SEC Chair Prioritizes Crypto—Trading, Custody, Issuance Rules Incoming

The SEC chair is fast-tracking a comprehensive regulatory overhaul for crypto, aiming to legitimize markets, eliminate fraud, and unlock massive innovation across the digital asset space. SEC Chair Fast-Tracks Crypto — Key... Read more »

SEC Commissioner Pushes to Streamline Crypto Regulations

Crypto regulation is poised for a breakthrough as a top SEC official champions streamlined oversight, expanded custody options, and investor-friendly policies empowering digital asset adoption. SEC Commissioner Aims to Cut Regulatory Red... Read more »
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