Regulatory Policy

Focuses on global regulatory developments, policy changes, and compliance requirements. It provides in-depth analysis of government regulations and their impact on the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries, helping businesses and investors proactively manage policy-related risks.

Nigeria Introduces New Rules To Track and Tax Cryptocurrency Transactions

Nigeria has introduced new regulations under its Tax Administration Act 2025, requiring cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the country to track and report all user transactions. Platforms must collect users’ Tax Identification Number (TIN) and National Identification Number (NIN), linking crypto activity to real identities and tax records. Exchanges are mandated to submit detailed user and transaction data—including personal information, transaction values, and suspicious activity reports—to tax authorities regularly and retain records for at least seven years. Non-compliance results in significant fines and potential license suspension. With Nigeria processing around $92 billion in crypto annually, the government aims to curb tax evasion, increase revenue, and align with international standards like the OECD Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). The move ends anonymity for crypto transactions and imposes greater accountability on users to declare income.

TheNewsCrypto01/13 13:48

Nigeria Introduces New Rules To Track and Tax Cryptocurrency Transactions

TheNewsCrypto01/13 13:48

Stablecoin Panic? Professor Says Banks Are Chasing Myths, Not Facts

Columbia Business School professor Omid Malekan challenges five banking industry myths about stablecoin yields, arguing that concerns holding up market structure legislation are unsubstantiated. He refutes claims that stablecoins automatically drain bank deposits or harm lending, noting that reserves are often held in Treasuries and bank accounts, which can support banking activity. Malekan emphasizes that the core issue is who captures the interest on reserve assets—banks or crypto issuers. As the Senate Banking Committee prepares to mark up a bill, community banks push to restrict yield-sharing with stablecoin users, warning of deposit flight, while negotiations continue over potential compromises.

bitcoinist01/13 13:31

Stablecoin Panic? Professor Says Banks Are Chasing Myths, Not Facts

bitcoinist01/13 13:31

US Fed Chair Jerome Powell Gets Global Support, No Rate Cut Likely

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has received strong backing from global central bankers, including the heads of the Bank of England, the European Central Bank, and the Bank of Canada. They emphasized the importance of central bank independence for economic stability. This support comes amid ongoing tension with former President Donald Trump over interest rate policies. According to market predictions, there is a 94.5% chance the Fed will not cut rates in the upcoming January meeting. The last rate cut occurred in December 2025, reducing the lending rate to 3.5%-3.75%. Powell has stated that recent legal scrutiny may be an attempt to undermine the Fed’s independence.

TheNewsCrypto01/13 12:47

US Fed Chair Jerome Powell Gets Global Support, No Rate Cut Likely

TheNewsCrypto01/13 12:47

Bitwise Files for 11 Altcoin ETFs as Crypto ETF Momentum Grows

Bitwise Asset Management has filed with the U.S. SEC for approval of 11 new altcoin ETFs, marking a significant milestone in the crypto ETF space. The proposed funds would include exposure to tokens such as Uniswap (UNI), Aave (AAVE), Tron (TRX), Sui (SUI), Zcash (ZEC), and NEAR. The structure allocates 60% of assets to direct cryptocurrency holdings and 40% to ETFs or derivatives tracking similar assets, aiming to comply with regulations while ensuring liquidity and cost efficiency. This filing coincides with a period of mixed market performance: Bitcoin remains above $91k and Ethereum above $3,100 despite a recent 0.74% market dip. Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs also saw positive net inflows after days of outflows.

TheNewsCrypto01/13 12:45

Bitwise Files for 11 Altcoin ETFs as Crypto ETF Momentum Grows

TheNewsCrypto01/13 12:45

The Final Candidate for Fed Chair: What Is Rick Rieder's Stance on Crypto?

This article discusses Rick Rieder, the Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income at BlackRock, who is being considered by former President Trump as a potential candidate to replace Jerome Powell as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. Rieder is the final candidate to be vetted, alongside Kevin Warsh, Kevin Hassett, and Christopher Waller. Unlike the other candidates, Rieder has less government experience but is notably pro-cryptocurrency. He has publicly expressed positive views on Bitcoin, referring to it as a durable asset and a viable alternative to gold. He believes digital payment systems and cryptocurrencies are here to stay and has advocated for including Bitcoin in investment portfolios as a hedge against fiat currency devaluation. Under his influence, BlackRock began investing in Bitcoin futures and later launched a successful Bitcoin ETF. If appointed, Rieder’s stance could lead to broader institutional adoption of crypto, support for lower interest rates (he has called for cuts to around 3%), and encouragement of developments in tokenization, stablecoins, and DeFi. However, according to Polymarket data at the time of writing, his probability of being selected was only 7%, the lowest among the candidates. The final decision is expected in January.

marsbit01/13 12:21

The Final Candidate for Fed Chair: What Is Rick Rieder's Stance on Crypto?

marsbit01/13 12:21

The Final Seat on the Fed Chair Candidate List: What Is Rick Rieder's Stance on Crypto?

Former US President Trump is set to interview Rick Rieder, BlackRock’s Global Chief Investment Officer of Fixed Income, as the fourth and final candidate to potentially replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell. The shortlist also includes former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, and Fed Governor Christopher Waller. A decision is expected in January. Rieder, a longtime fixed-income expert with over 17 years at BlackRock, has publicly expressed pro-crypto views since 2020. He has described Bitcoin as a durable asset with long-term value, comparing it to gold and endorsing its role in hedging against currency devaluation. He has also disclosed personal Bitcoin holdings and led BlackRock’s early moves into Bitcoin futures and its successful spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT). If selected, Rieder could bring a more crypto-friendly stance to the Fed. He has advocated for significant rate cuts to around 3%, which may benefit risk assets like crypto. His influence could encourage further institutional adoption and support developments in tokenization, stablecoins, and DeFi. As of the latest Polymarket data, Rieder’s probability of becoming Fed chair is low at 7%, though it recently increased by 6%. The frontrunners remain Warsh (40%) and Hassett (38%). If chosen, Rieder would still require Senate confirmation—a process that could take months.

Odaily星球日报01/13 12:19

The Final Seat on the Fed Chair Candidate List: What Is Rick Rieder's Stance on Crypto?

Odaily星球日报01/13 12:19

Ripple Sends New Letter To The SEC: What It Could Mean For XRP

Ripple has submitted a new letter to the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, urging a clear distinction between securities offerings and the underlying tokens traded in secondary markets. Dated January 9, 2026, the letter argues that regulatory focus should shift from "decentralization" to legal rights and obligations, emphasizing that the SEC’s jurisdiction should be time-bound to the lifespan of the obligation—not perpetual. Ripple contends that without this clarity, regulatory overreach could stifle secondary markets and create compliance burdens for issuers. The submission aligns with ongoing legislative efforts and could influence how XRP and similar tokens are regulated post-lawsuit. At the time of writing, XRP traded at $2.05.

bitcoinist01/13 12:03

Ripple Sends New Letter To The SEC: What It Could Mean For XRP

bitcoinist01/13 12:03

CLARITY Act Will End Crypto Winter as Bitcoin’s Four Year Cycle Ends, Says Bitwise Matt Hougan

The CLARITY Act could end the crypto winter and drive Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to new all-time highs, according to Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise Asset Management. He compares the legislation to Punxsutawney Phil, suggesting its passage would signal a market spring. The bipartisan bill aims to resolve regulatory uncertainty by clarifying the SEC's authority over securities and the CFTC's over digital commodities. It has cleared the House and is progressing in the Senate. Hougan also argues Bitcoin's traditional four-year cycle may be over, as institutional adoption and regulatory progress now outweigh historical patterns, making fundamentals stronger than ever.

ccn.com01/13 11:53

CLARITY Act Will End Crypto Winter as Bitcoin’s Four Year Cycle Ends, Says Bitwise Matt Hougan

ccn.com01/13 11:53

Bank of Italy Warns ETH Price Crash Could Disrupt Ethereum Network

A Bank of Italy study warns that a severe crash in Ethereum's price could cause the entire network to fail, potentially freezing over $800 billion in assets, including stablecoins and tokenized bonds. The risk stems from Ethereum’s validator-based economy: if ETH’s value drops too low, validators may stop processing transactions due to unprofitable operations, halting the network’s ability to finalize transactions. This would render all on-chain assets immovable, even if they are inherently trustworthy. Additionally, a lower ETH price makes the network cheaper to attack, as the cost to manipulate transactions decreases significantly. In such a crisis, moving assets off-chain would be difficult due to fragile bridges and locked DeFi apps, with no central authority to intervene. The report emphasizes that since real financial assets are built on Ethereum, a crypto crash could spill over into traditional finance, and may lead regulators to require backup systems and external record-keeping.

TheNewsCrypto01/13 11:16

Bank of Italy Warns ETH Price Crash Could Disrupt Ethereum Network

TheNewsCrypto01/13 11:16

TKF Report Highlights Uncollected TDS in India from Offshore VDA Trading

A TKF Report titled "Taxation of Digital Assets in India" highlights significant uncollected TDS from offshore cryptocurrency exchange platforms, estimated at approximately ₹11,000 crore since July 2022. Of this, ₹4,877 crore pertains to the last year alone, indicating a major shift of Indian trading activity beyond the nation’s taxation framework. The Bharat Web3 Association shared the report, emphasizing that regulatory arbitrage and uneven enforcement are causing sustained revenue leakage. In contrast, the Indian government collected ₹158 crore in FY22-23, ₹180 crore in FY23-24, and around ₹450 crore in FY24-25 from domestic platforms. CoinDCX CEO Sumit Gupta previously suggested key policy changes, including reducing TDS to 0.01%, aligning capital gains tax with income slabs, and allowing loss offsetting to encourage onshore platform usage and ensure tax equity.

TheNewsCrypto01/13 11:12