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Updated April 18, 2026 · 9:25 PM UTC

Stay informed on crypto regulation news, agency actions, global rules, compliance changes, and enforcement across major markets.

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Legal

SEC, Binance face tough questions from judge in landmark crypto case

The court of public opinion has heard dozens of "legal" arguments surrounding crypto regulation. Now the courts themselves are hearing them and responding in kind.

3 years ago

Banking

Blockchain Australia says banking restrictions will have ‘costly side effects’

Unveiling Blockchain Australia's strategies to tackle scams and address banking restrictions impacting the cryptocurrency sector.

3 years ago

Exchanges

Hong Kong lawmaker courts Coinbase amid US legal troubles

Hong Kong lawmaker John Ng revealed he has contacted Coinbase about expanding to the region amid its regulatory issues in the U.S.

3 years ago

Regulation

SEC snubs Coinbase’s seven-day rulemaking request but could act by October

The regulator insists it is considering Coinbase's requests for regulatory clarity.

3 years ago

Legal

Binance.US and SEC told to reach compromise on restraining order

Binance.US and BAM could escape an asset freeze and partial retain control over funds.

3 years ago

Regulation

U.S. Digital Assets Hearing key testimonial – sufficiently decentralized tokens may still avoid security label

Explore the potential future of digital assets in the U.S. as the nation aims to stay ahead in technology and innovation amidst regulatory complexities.

3 years ago

Regulation

House Republicans tell SEC to refrain from expanding definition of exchange

The proposed rule change could affect DeFi, node operators, and software developers.

3 years ago

Politics

Crypto industry leaders urge Congress to act on digital asset regulations amid SEC crackdown

Five key industry figures provided testimony to the Congressional Record as the fight over digital asset regulations heats up.

3 years ago

Regulation

Crypto industry speaks out against SEC’s attempt to conflate DeFi with centralized exchanges

Advocates and lobbyists argue that the sector cannot be regulated using current regulatory frameworks used for stock exchanges and needs a comprehensive set of new rules.

3 years ago