# Сопутствующие статьи по теме Regulation

Новостной центр HTX предлагает последние статьи и углубленный анализ по "Regulation", охватывающие рыночные тренды, новости проектов, развитие технологий и политику регулирования в криптоиндустрии.

The Economist: The Real Threat of Cryptocurrency to Traditional Banks

The Economist article "The Real Threat Cryptocurrency Poses to Traditional Banks" examines the escalating tensions between the traditional banking sector and the crypto industry. Despite both benefiting from a more favorable regulatory environment, especially following the passage of the GENIUS Act which provided a legal framework for stablecoins, a significant power shift is occurring. Banks' most immediate concern is regulatory arbitrage in stablecoins. Although the GENIUS Act prohibits issuers from paying interest to prevent deposit outflows, companies like Circle circumvent this by sharing revenue with exchanges, which then pay "rewards" to users. Banks are demanding this loophole be closed. Furthermore, crypto firms are breaking into the core of the financial system. In a landmark move, U.S. regulators granted national bank trust charters to five digital asset firms, including Circle and Ripple, allowing them to provide custody services nationwide. The collective impact of these developments poses a profound threat. The core of the banks' dilemma is their waning political influence. Crypto has firmly entrenched itself within the right-wing, anti-establishment political sphere, amassing a massive war chest for lobbying. Banks are no longer the most powerful financial voice in the Republican party. In a ironic twist, they now sometimes find themselves allied with Democratic senators and left-leaning groups who share concerns over stablecoin risks, proving that political alliances in this battle are increasingly unpredictable.

深潮12/16 05:57

The Economist: The Real Threat of Cryptocurrency to Traditional Banks

深潮12/16 05:57

Xinjiang's Computing Power Resurges, Then Gets Cleared Out Within 48 Hours: What Exactly Happened to the Bitcoin Network This Time?

On December 16, Bitcoin network hashrate dropped sharply within 48 hours, widely attributed to the concentrated shutdown and clearance of mining facilities in Xinjiang. Estimates suggest between 200,000 to 400,000 mining machines went offline, causing a hashrate decline of nearly 30%, from around 1200 EH/s to approximately 836 EH/s at its lowest. The resurgence of mining in Xinjiang was driven by three factors: surplus energy capacity and low electricity prices, underutilized data center infrastructure seeking revenue, and shorter ROI periods for miners amid rising Bitcoin prices. Despite China’s clear policy against cryptocurrency mining—classifying it as an obsolete industry—mining resurfaced periodically due to economic pressures and infrastructure availability. The recent crackdown was swift and severe, following a multi-department regulatory meeting emphasizing continued strict oversight of crypto-related activities, including anti-money laundering and cross-border capital risks. The concentrated nature of mining operations in specific regions meant that regulatory actions led to large-scale, simultaneous shutdowns. Short-term impacts include disrupted cash flows for miners and potential market volatility due to heightened policy sensitivity. In the medium term, the Bitcoin network will adjust mining difficulty, and hashrate is likely to migrate to other regions. The event underscores that mining in China remains a high-risk, grey-area activity driven by economic incentives rather than regulatory greenlight.

marsbit12/16 04:33

Xinjiang's Computing Power Resurges, Then Gets Cleared Out Within 48 Hours: What Exactly Happened to the Bitcoin Network This Time?

marsbit12/16 04:33

Will Bitcoin Developer Keonne Rodriguez Be the Next Crypto Figure Pardoned by Trump?

On December 16, Bitcoin developer Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of privacy-focused Samourai Wallet, was brought to President Donald Trump’s attention during a meeting at the Oval Office. Although not a pardon, Trump acknowledged the case and directed the Attorney General to look into it. Rodriguez is scheduled to begin a five-year prison sentence on December 20. Rodriguez developed Samourai Wallet, a non-custodial Bitcoin privacy tool offering features like Whirlpool (coin mixing) and Ricochet (transaction obfuscation). U.S. prosecutors arrested him and co-founder William Hill in April 2024, arguing that the service operated as an unlicensed money-transmitting business. Both later pleaded guilty, with Rodriguez receiving a five-year sentence. Evidence included internal messages where Rodriguez described mixing as “money laundering for bitcoin.” The case has sparked debate over whether privacy tools constitute innovation or criminal infrastructure. Trump has previously pardoned several crypto figures, including Ross Ulbricht, BitMEX executives, and Binance’s CZ, raising speculation about a possible pardon for Rodriguez. Even if pardoned, Samourai Wallet is unlikely to revive. However, its code has been forked into more decentralized successors like Ashigaru, reflecting persistent demand for financial privacy tools. The case underscores the tension between privacy technology and regulatory enforcement, with implications for future innovation and legal boundaries in the crypto space.

marsbit12/16 02:56

Will Bitcoin Developer Keonne Rodriguez Be the Next Crypto Figure Pardoned by Trump?

marsbit12/16 02:56

From 'Safe Harbor' to 'Compliant Innovation': An Analysis of the Impact of the SEC's Innovation Exemption Policy

From "Safe Harbor" to "Compliant Innovation": An Analysis of the SEC's Innovation Exemption Policy The U.S. SEC, under Chairman Paul Atkins, introduced the "Innovation Exemption" policy in July 2025, marking a historic shift from an "enforcement-as-regulation" approach to a proactive framework. This temporary exemption, set to take effect in January 2026, provides a 12–24 month grace period for crypto projects (exchanges, DeFi protocols, stablecoin issuers, DAOs) to operate with simplified disclosures instead of full SEC registration, reducing initial compliance burdens. The exemption is principle-based, requiring basic investor protections like periodic reporting, risk disclosures, investment limits, and adherence to technical standards such as ERC-3643 for identity verification. It operates alongside congressional efforts like the CLARITY Act (clarifying SEC/CFTC jurisdiction) and the enacted GENIUS Act (regulating stablecoins under banking rules). Reactions are polarized: startups and institutions welcome the lower entry costs and regulatory clarity, which attract capital and foster innovation. However, the DeFi community warns that mandatory KYC/AML and transfer restrictions risk "traditionalizing" decentralized protocols. Traditional financial institutions oppose it, fearing regulatory arbitrage. Globally, this flexible U.S. model contrasts with the EU’s pre-authorization MiCA regime, forcing companies into dual compliance strategies. The exemption positions the U.S. as a competitive "global crypto capital hub," but international coordination remains crucial for long-term stability. Ultimately, "compliant innovation" becomes the new core competency, requiring projects to balance agility with a clear path to verifiable decentralization.

marsbit12/15 23:06

From 'Safe Harbor' to 'Compliant Innovation': An Analysis of the Impact of the SEC's Innovation Exemption Policy

marsbit12/15 23:06

New York Times Investigation: Internal Strife, Favoritism... What Details Lie Behind Trump's 'Crypto Amnesty'?

An investigation by The New York Times reveals a dramatic shift in the U.S. SEC’s enforcement approach toward the cryptocurrency industry following former President Donald Trump's return to office. The analysis of court records and internal documents shows the SEC halted, dropped, or softened more than 60% of ongoing crypto cases inherited from the Biden administration. Notably, the agency dropped seven cases outright—five of which involved defendants with public ties to Trump—and made concessions in seven others. In contrast, it maintained its legal stance only in cases where no clear connection to Trump existed. The SEC defended the policy reversal as based on legal and jurisdictional concerns, not political favoritism. The report highlights that multiple companies that benefited from the SEC’s pullback had financial links to Trump or his family—including through his cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial—or had contributed to his political efforts. Examples include Binance, Ripple, Tron, Cumberland, and Gemini, operated by the Winklevoss twins. Under the Biden administration, the SEC filed 105 crypto-related cases, compared to zero since Trump’s return. Current and former SEC officials expressed concern that the agency’s retreat risks undermining investor protection and encouraging unchecked industry practices.

比推12/15 21:44

New York Times Investigation: Internal Strife, Favoritism... What Details Lie Behind Trump's 'Crypto Amnesty'?

比推12/15 21:44

Why Web3 Chinese Entrepreneurs Are Losing Their Voice in the New Era

Chinese Web3 entrepreneurs, once dominant in the crypto industry with major exchanges like Binance and OKX, have seen their global influence decline significantly since the 2020 DeFi Summer. This shift is attributed to three main factors: stricter regulatory crackdowns in China, which disrupted local ecosystems and forced migration overseas; a structural preference shift among global VCs toward欧美-backed, compliance-focused projects; and a mismatch between the B2C-oriented experience of many younger Chinese engineers and the industry’s current infrastructure-focused, B2B development stage. While early success stories often leveraged Chinese internet mobilization tactics, newer standout projects like Hyperliquid are led by Western-educated founders with multicultural backgrounds, highlighting the growing importance of global integration. The article concludes that future success in Web3 will depend less on cultural origin and more on cross-cultural collaboration, long-term technical commitment, and adaptability to regulatory complexity.

比推12/15 14:42

Why Web3 Chinese Entrepreneurs Are Losing Their Voice in the New Era

比推12/15 14:42

The Dilemmas and Future of Web3 Chinese Entrepreneurs

In the increasingly mainstream crypto industry, Chinese entrepreneurs appear to be receding from the center stage. While early Chinese-founded projects like Binance, OKX, and Bitmain once dominated sectors such as exchanges and mining, a noticeable decline in the visibility and influence of new-generation Chinese entrepreneurs has emerged since the 2020 DeFi Summer. Three major factors contribute to this trend. First, regulatory crackdowns and shifting geopolitical dynamics in China disrupted local crypto activities, forcing entrepreneurs to relocate overseas and lose their native market advantages in user acquisition and community building. Second, capital preferences have shifted structurally toward欧美-led ventures due to better compliance alignment and exit opportunities, leaving Chinese projects at a funding disadvantage. Third, a mismatch exists between the skill sets of Chinese engineers—who excel in B2C applications—and the industry’s earlier focus on B2B infrastructure development. Notable exceptions, like Hyperliquid’s Jeff Yan, highlight the rising importance of multicultural backgrounds. Many successful new-wave founders have Western education or experience, enabling better integration into global ecosystems. The article concludes that future success in crypto will depend less on cultural origin and more on cross-cultural collaboration, long-term technical commitment, and adaptive resilience amid regulatory complexity.

marsbit12/15 14:32

The Dilemmas and Future of Web3 Chinese Entrepreneurs

marsbit12/15 14:32

South Korea Crypto Market Research Report: Market Restart and the Next Growth Cycle

South Korea's crypto market is undergoing a significant structural reset, not a collapse. Key indicators show an 80% drop in Upbit's daily trading volume to $1.78 billion by November 2025, despite a 141% increase in new token listings. The "Kimchi Premium" has compressed to 1.75%, signaling reduced speculation. This normalization stems from regulatory delays in stablecoin legislation, strict capital controls under FETA limiting foreign liquidity, and capital rotation into the surging AI-driven stock market. Despite retail pullback, global giants like Binance are entering the market, attracted by Korea's high tech adoption rate, ongoing stablecoin pilots, and growing institutional interest in custody and tokenization. The market is shifting from speculation to utility-driven growth, with exchanges emphasizing user education and real product use cases. Future catalysts include potential Bitcoin ETF approval in 2026, which could unlock pension fund investments and improve liquidity. Partnerships between global chains (e.g., Sui, Solana, Arbitrum) and Korean giants (e.g., Shinhan Securities, Lotte Group) highlight Korea's evolution into a development hub. The reset represents a maturation toward a regulated, institution-friendly ecosystem, offering a strategic entry point for builders focused on real-world utility.

marsbit12/15 14:31

South Korea Crypto Market Research Report: Market Restart and the Next Growth Cycle

marsbit12/15 14:31

Does Encryption Becoming 'Boring' Signal Its Formal Entry into the Mainstream Application Stage?

The article argues that the perceived "boredom" in cryptocurrency signals its maturation into mainstream adoption, driven by regulatory clarity, particularly around stablecoins. This stability allows projects to shift from serving crypto-natives to building practical, regulated products for the mass market. The author highlights that while early crypto ideals like anonymity were initially celebrated, they became a barrier to scale due to compliance needs. The current phase involves pragmatic, "boring" solutions, such as the "stablecoin sandwich," which bridges traditional finance and blockchain but reintroduces intermediaries to handle compliance and data verification. A key future direction is Proof of Personhood, exemplified by Worldcoin's efforts to distinguish humans from bots using biometric verification. This is positioned as essential for scaling payments and combating fraud. Worldcoin's new wallet, integrating global bank accounts and a Visa card, demonstrates that user demand is for seamless financial tools, not necessarily new tokens. Additionally, the rise of "Mini Apps" allows developers to bypass app store fees, while decentralized messaging (e.g., XMTP) offers privacy-focused communication. The conclusion is that crypto's infrastructure is finally becoming practical and regulated, just as AI advances make cryptographic verification of truth increasingly critical.

比推12/15 13:44

Does Encryption Becoming 'Boring' Signal Its Formal Entry into the Mainstream Application Stage?

比推12/15 13:44

A7A5 Outlines Conditions for Development of Non-Dollar Stablecoin Market

A7A5, the issuer of the largest ruble-backed stablecoin by market capitalization (over $524 million), has outlined the necessary conditions for the development of the non-dollar stablecoin market. According to Oleg Ogienko, Director of International and Regulatory Affairs, expanding this ecosystem requires connecting different legal regimes to enable businesses to operate "without friction." He made these remarks at the Global Blockchain Show in Abu Dhabi, noting a growing interest from Middle Eastern countries in collaborating with Russia and the CIS, where demand for non-dollar payment corridors is increasing. The company is focusing on global expansion, recently participating in key industry events in India and the UAE. A7A5 sees India as a crucial hub for international payments and Web3 ecosystems, and the Middle East as a dynamic center for digital finance innovation connecting Asia, CIS, Africa, and Europe. Ogienko emphasized that true innovation is only possible through partnership with regulators, not opposition. Transparency, auditability, and clear rules are key to building trust. He stated that ecosystems like A7A5 are becoming primary tools for regional economic integration. To improve the accessibility of its ruble stablecoin for users and businesses in Asia, Africa, and South America, the company plans integrations with international platforms and wallets that support stablecoins. In a significant regulatory development, the A7A5 stablecoin was the first in Russia to be recognized by the CFA at the end of September, granting Russian importers and exporters the legal ability to use the tokens for cross-border settlements.

RBK-crypto12/15 12:30

A7A5 Outlines Conditions for Development of Non-Dollar Stablecoin Market

RBK-crypto12/15 12:30

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