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.

Gujarat National Law University Report Urges Clear Crypto Regulation in India

A recent report from Gujarat National Law University, produced with the Society of Indian Law Firms, urges India to establish a clear regulatory framework for crypto-assets. It highlights that approximately 120 million Indians are already using cryptocurrencies despite the absence of comprehensive regulation. The report argues that the current regulatory gap has negatively impacted capital flows, industry growth, and innovation. It proposes a multi-agency regulatory model rather than oversight by a single body, given the cross-disciplinary nature of crypto involving markets and payments. The recommended approach emphasizes institutional coordination to enhance consumer protection, address illicit finance, and support blockchain innovation.

TheNewsCrypto03/11 07:51

Gujarat National Law University Report Urges Clear Crypto Regulation in India

TheNewsCrypto03/11 07:51

BIS Warns Crypto Self-Custody Could Become New AML Loophole

A new BIS paper warns that self-custodied crypto wallets could become a significant loophole in anti-money laundering (AML) enforcement if regulatory gaps are not addressed. The report highlights that as regulated payment channels face stricter rules, illicit financial flows may shift towards self-hosted wallets, which operate without intermediaries and thus avoid customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting. The paper argues that these wallets may be more attractive for illegal activities than cash due to their digital ease of transfer, cross-border efficiency, and lack of physical constraints. This creates a “waterbed effect,” where tightening one area of regulation simply displaces risk to another. Using the EU as a case study, the authors note that while hosted crypto services are now integrated into AML frameworks, self-custody wallets remain largely outside direct oversight. The absence of transaction limits, unlike the €10,000 cap on cash, could incentivize malicious actors to migrate to self-hosted crypto assets, thereby undermining overall AML efforts.

bitcoinist03/11 05:32

BIS Warns Crypto Self-Custody Could Become New AML Loophole

bitcoinist03/11 05:32

South Korea’s FIU warns Bithumb of a six-month ban as Bitcoin exchange flows fall

South Korea's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has issued a preliminary notice to crypto exchange Bithumb, warning of a potential six-month partial suspension and sanctions against its CEO. The action is due to alleged failures in meeting Anti-Money Laundering (AML) obligations, particularly regarding dealings with unregistered overseas platforms and insufficient Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance. A sanctions review is scheduled for 16 March. This follows similar regulatory actions against other major exchanges like Upbit and Korbit. On-chain data shows a sharp drop in Bitcoin exchange flows, indicating increased trader caution amid growing regulatory scrutiny.

ambcrypto03/11 05:02

South Korea’s FIU warns Bithumb of a six-month ban as Bitcoin exchange flows fall

ambcrypto03/11 05:02

Supreme Court's Call for "Judicial Response to Cryptocurrency": Releases 3 Major Signals!

China's Supreme People's Court (SPC) has signaled a significant shift in its judicial approach toward cryptocurrency-related cases, moving from blanket criminalization to nuanced civil and commercial regulation. During a February 2026 press conference, SPC officials highlighted the need to develop judicial responses to new financial cases involving virtual currencies, placing them alongside traditional sectors like securities and private equity. The shift is marked by three key developments: 1. **Recognition as Property**: In December 2025, the SPC revised civil case categories to include "data and online virtual property disputes," giving cryptocurrencies legal status as a form of virtual property. This allows courts to accept such cases without first debating their legality. 2. **Refined Judgment Criteria**: Courts are transitioning from invalidating all crypto transactions to applying proportional liability based on factors like fault and fairness, as seen in a 2025 Shanghai case where partial restitution was ordered despite contract invalidity. 3. **Expanded Legal Remedies**: Beyond criminal enforcement, which often fails to recover losses, civil compensation mechanisms are being strengthened to protect investors and hold violators accountable. While the SPC’s stance does not legalize crypto trading, it acknowledges its prevalence and aims to provide structured judicial resolution for disputes, emphasizing risk awareness and compliance for investors.

marsbit03/11 02:48

Supreme Court's Call for "Judicial Response to Cryptocurrency": Releases 3 Major Signals!

marsbit03/11 02:48

US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Gains Bipartisan Backing, Says White House Advisor

US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Gains Bipartisan Support, Says White House Advisor Patrick Witt, executive director of the President’s Council of Advisers for Digital Assets, stated there is bipartisan support for legislation to codify the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, though it may not pass in the current Congress. Established by executive order in March 2025, the reserve is capitalized with government-held bitcoin and barred from selling BTC. Agencies were required to report their digital assets to Treasury, which delivered a legal and investment evaluation to the White House. However, the exact amount of bitcoin in the reserve remains undisclosed to the public. Witt indicated that while timing is uncertain, there is momentum to advance legislation, potentially in must-pass bills like the NDAA, to solidify the reserve beyond executive action. Bitcoin traded at $69,894 at press time.

bitcoinist03/10 17:01

US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Gains Bipartisan Backing, Says White House Advisor

bitcoinist03/10 17:01

Fairshake superPAC starts $1.8 mln campaign against anti-crypto candidates in Illinois

Fairshake, a crypto-backed super PAC, has launched a $1.8 million media campaign targeting anti-crypto candidates in the Illinois Democratic primaries. It is opposing State Representative La Shawn Ford and State Senator Robert Peters for supporting state legislation contrary to the industry-backed CLARITY Act. Fairshake is also supporting pro-crypto candidates like Melissa Conyears Ervin and Raja Krishnamoorthi. The group, which has a $190 million war chest funded by major crypto firms, aims to elect pro-crypto candidates regardless of party to improve the chances of passing the CLARITY Act, especially if Democrats regain control of Congress.

ambcrypto03/10 16:17

Fairshake superPAC starts $1.8 mln campaign against anti-crypto candidates in Illinois

ambcrypto03/10 16:17

CSRC Chairman Wu Qing Sets RWA Regulatory Tone at Two Sessions: Strict Domestic Prohibition, Rigorous Overseas Management

China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) Chairman Wu Qing, speaking at the Two Sessions, outlined a strict regulatory stance on Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization: a complete ban domestically and stringent oversight for overseas activities. The policy, first detailed in a multi-agency notice, defines RWA tokenization and prohibits all related issuance, trading, and services targeting the domestic public as illegal financial activities. The crackdown targets fraudulent schemes misusing the RWA label for illegal fundraising and speculation, not the underlying technology itself. While mainland China enforces a "domestic prohibition," Hong Kong is emerging as a testing ground for compliant RWA projects. A recent approval by Hong Kong's SFC for a property-backed RWA tokenization product demonstrates a viable path for regulated, institutional-focused innovation. The regulatory "seawall" aims to protect investors from high-risk, fraudulent schemes while preventing systemic financial risks. For the industry, the focus must shift to compliant exploration: serving real-economy financing within existing frameworks, leveraging Hong Kong's regulated environment, or providing technology solutions—all while strictly avoiding public fundraising and speculation.

marsbit03/10 15:47

CSRC Chairman Wu Qing Sets RWA Regulatory Tone at Two Sessions: Strict Domestic Prohibition, Rigorous Overseas Management

marsbit03/10 15:47

All about first-ever stablecoin insurance premium – USDC, PYUSD & what’s next!

Major insurance broker Aon has executed what is believed to be the first stablecoin-based insurance premium payments, utilizing USDC on Ethereum and PYUSD on Solana. This move, completed within minutes instead of days, demonstrates real-world adoption of stablecoins for institutional transactions. It comes amid ongoing U.S. regulatory debates, including the failed CLARITY Act compromise and the framework provided by the GENIUS Act of 2025. The stablecoin market has surged to nearly $270 billion, with transaction volumes exceeding $1.7 trillion. While this signals a shift towards faster, scalable blockchain networks, global regulatory approaches vary significantly, as seen in South Korea's potential ban on dollar-based stablecoins. The success of stablecoins hinges on both technological adoption and cohesive global regulation.

ambcrypto03/10 15:32

All about first-ever stablecoin insurance premium – USDC, PYUSD & what’s next!

ambcrypto03/10 15:32

The Stock Tokenization Revolution: A Panoramic Report on Market Dynamics, Product Architecture, and Regulatory Moats

Tokenized stocks are emerging as a breakthrough sector in the real-world asset (RWA) market, with a total value exceeding $800 million—a 30x increase since the start of the year—and monthly trading volume reaching $1.8 billion. The core value proposition is enabling global, 24/7 access to U.S. equities with near-instant settlement, bypassing geographic restrictions and delays inherent in traditional finance. Three primary architectures are competing for dominance: 1. Instant execution (e.g., Ondo, CyberAlpha): maximizes capital efficiency. 2. Inventory model (e.g., xStocks, Backed): uses Swiss debt structures for superior DeFi composability. 3. Direct ownership (e.g., Securitize): offers full legal rights but limited on-chain flexibility. The market is dominated by two players: Ondo (53% share) leverages liquidity engineering, while Backed/xStocks (23%) uses regulatory arbitrage via Swiss law. Regulatory licensing—not technology—is the key moat, with complex cross-jurisdictional compliance (U.S., EU, offshore) forming the highest barrier to entry. The sector faces a trilemma between liquidity/speed, regulatory safety, and DeFi composability, and is diverging into two paths: incremental integration with traditional systems (e.g., DTCC) and revolutionary on-chain issuance for full disintermediation. The convergence of the $150 trillion global equity market with blockchain infrastructure is already underway.

marsbit03/10 13:24

The Stock Tokenization Revolution: A Panoramic Report on Market Dynamics, Product Architecture, and Regulatory Moats

marsbit03/10 13:24

Banks Need CLARITY Act More Than Crypto – Former CFTC Chair Explains Why

Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo argues that US banks need the regulatory clarity provided by the CLARITY Act more than the crypto industry does. He states that without clear rules, banks' general counsels are preventing large investments in new technology, risking that US institutions fall behind global counterparts. In contrast, the crypto industry, composed of risk-takers, will continue to build and innovate in other jurisdictions if necessary. Giancarlo believes the odds of the stalled bill passing are 60-40, noting it has become a political issue pitting Republicans against Democrats and TradFi against DeFi. He warns that if the legislation fails, agencies like the SEC and CFTC will likely establish temporary rules, but this won't provide the long-term certainty that banks require to modernize.

bitcoinist03/10 13:01

Banks Need CLARITY Act More Than Crypto – Former CFTC Chair Explains Why