Politics, Legal & Regulation

March 3, 2026 @ 6:51 pm By JD Alois  |  

Jamie Dimon, the CEO and Chairman of JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM), wants stablecoin issuers to offer rewards on payments, not on balances, according to an interview this week with CNBC. Banks kindof already do this with credit cards. The ongoing debate over whether stablecoin holders should… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 6:14 pm By JD Alois  |  

A “wealth tax,” which is really a confiscation tax that seeks to tax unrealized capital gains, has never worked anywhere. Yet, some policymakers and special interest groups are pursuing this self-destructive policy with California leading the way. As California’s state budget is mired in debt… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 9:58 am By JD Alois  |  

EuroCrowd, a pan-European organization that advocates for online capital formation in the EU, says that crowdfunding under ECSPR [European Crowdfunding Service Provider regulation] remains, at best, partially realized in Germany. While Germany is home to the largest Economy in Europe, the success of securities crowdfunding… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 9:21 am By JD Alois  |  

In Europe, many Electronic Money Token (EMT) transfers or payments qualify as regulated payment services under PSD2, meaning providers often need separate PSD2 authorization as a Payment Institution, or an Electronic Money Institution, in addition to their MiCA CASP registration if the transactions are via… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 12:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent virtual gathering, the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) addressed seemingly pressing issues in the global financial landscape. Held over two days during the past month, the sessions reportedly focused on evolving market conditions, potential risks in banking systems, and updates to… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 12:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Central Bank of Ireland released several key announcements that highlight its focus on financial stability, consumer protection, and long-term economic growth amid evolving global challenges. These updates address regulatory oversight, cash accessibility, central banking principles, and sustainable investment, reflecting the bank‘s proactive stance in… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 11:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

JP Morgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) has projected that the US cryptocurrency market structure legislation, known as the CLARITY Act, could gain approval by mid-2026. This development is anticipated to inject fresh momentum into Bitcoin and broader digital asset markets during the latter half of the year…. Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 5:41 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Prediction markets, platforms where users wager on real-world outcomes ranging from elections to geopolitical events, have surged in popularity as tools for forecasting and risk assessment. These markets aggregate collective wisdom through financial incentives, often outperforming traditional polls by incentivizing accurate predictions. However, recent developments… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 3:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The ongoing geopolitical crisis in the Middle East, marked by intensified clashes between Iran, Israel, the United States, and other regional players, has sent shockwaves through global financial markets. Recent U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets, which resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 1:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is actively pursuing a renewed focus on cryptocurrency oversight, aiming to recapture the initiative lost during the previous administration’s tenure.  SEC Chairman Paul Atkins recently highlighted this shift, describing the prior era as a significant oversight failure that… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 7:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto.com continues to solidify its role as a key web3 player by securing regulatory approvals and forging various partnerships. These developments not only enhance the platform’s credibility but also expand access to secure, compliant services for users worldwide. Recent announcements highlight progress in Europe and… Read More

March 1, 2026 @ 2:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent setback for the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, a US federal judge has denied Binance‘s attempt to shift class action lawsuits related to its token sales into private arbitration. The ruling, issued by District Judge Andrew Carter in Manhattan’s Southern District of New… Read More

March 1, 2026 @ 2:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In yet another striking development within the ecosystem of decentralized prediction markets, blockchain analysis company Bubblemaps has uncovered a cluster of six cryptocurrency wallets that amassed a combined net profit of $1 million on Polymarket. These gains stemmed from wagers predicting that the United States… Read More

February 28, 2026 @ 12:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the maturing digital finance ecosystem, payment stablecoins continue to draw attention from US policymakers regarding the rewards /  yield that they could offer holders. The issue of generating returns for stablecoin holders appears to be the biggest hurdle for the passage of crypto market… Read More

February 27, 2026 @ 12:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As part of significant steps undertaken under the Trump Administration toward mainstreaming digital assets, Indiana’s legislature has reportedly approved House Bill 1042, a measure that expands cryptocurrency investment opportunities for state-managed retirement and savings programs while safeguarding personal use of digital currencies. Sponsored by Rep…. Read More

February 27, 2026 @ 12:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) recently took a decisive step forward by releasing a detailed notice of proposed rulemaking to put the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins or GENIUS Act into practice. The 376-page proposal outlines operational standards… Read More

February 26, 2026 @ 10:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin and other digital assets staged a modest recovery on February 25, 2026, with BTC briefly climbing above $70,000, Ethereum advancing more than 13 percent to above the $2,000 mark, and Solana jumping over 15 percent. The broader cryptocurrency market capitalization swelled by roughly $170… Read More

February 26, 2026 @ 5:12 pm By JD Alois  |  

The US Department of Labor (DOL)has proposed a new rule that will formally rescind the harmful Biden Administration Independent Contractor rule. The 2024 DOL independent contractor rule, enacted under the Biden Administration, that went into effect in March 2024, altered guidelines for classifying workers, often… Read More

February 26, 2026 @ 4:45 pm By JD Alois  |  

While everyone has been focused on getting a workable crypto market infrastructure bill through the US Senate, the Cato Institute, a Libertarian think tank, worries that the current legislation may boost the ability of the Feds to monitor your and possibly abuse your financial existence…. Read More

February 26, 2026 @ 8:37 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The White House has firmly stated that President Donald Trump will not grant a presidential pardon to Sam Bankman-Fried (commonly known as SBF), the founder of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX. This confirmation comes amid ongoing speculation in crypto circles and follows Bankman-Fried’s recent efforts… Read More