Politics, Legal & Regulation

January 28, 2026 @ 2:26 pm By JD Alois  |  

As widely anticipated, the US Federal Reserve paused interest rate hikes today following a meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). The target range for the federal funds rate remains at 3.5% to 3.75%. The Fed said that economic activity has been expanding at… Read More

January 28, 2026 @ 10:42 am By JD Alois  |  

European Crowdfunding Service Providers regulation (ECSPR) became fully effective in November 2021, so it has been a few years now. A recent report distributed by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) recently published a report on securities crowdfunding. In total, at the time of… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 11:01 am By JD Alois  |  

The United Kingdom must move faster in regard to tokenization and innovation in financial services, such as the usage of artificial intelligence (AI). These are true words, as London has long been a global financial hub, but it is at risk of falling behind due… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 8:50 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

F/m Investments has filed an exemptive application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission seeking permission to record ownership of tokenized shares in the F/m US Treasury 3 Month Bill ETF (TBIL) on a permissioned blockchain ledger. The application is believed to be the first… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 2:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Japan is set to take a significant step in integrating digital assets into its mainstream financial system, with plans to approve its inaugural cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) potentially as early as 2028. This development, first reported by Nikkei Asia, marks a notable evolution in the… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 8:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

At the World Economic Forum in Davos this January, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) CEO Brian Armstrong emerged as a vocal advocate for cryptocurrency’s integration into the global financial system. Through various appearances, including a live interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box and a panel discussion on tokenization, Armstrong… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 2:39 pm By JD Alois  |  

A group called “Pissed Off at Ro“ has been created to challenge Representative Ro Khanna, a vocal supporter of the California confiscation tax, which has been proposed. The new group was recently promoted by Garry Tan, CEO of VC firm YCombinator, who has been posting… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 2:27 pm By JD Alois  |  

The European Commission announced earlier today that AI service Grok and X’s “recommender systems” are under investigation regarding possible transgressions under the Digital Services Act (DSA). The recommender system investigation has been underway since 2023, but the Commission said it would be extended. X has… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 1:20 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission joint event has been rescheduled to take place this Thursday, January 29th. The event was originally scheduled for January 27th. The gathering is part of embracing the digital asset ecosystem and the changing regulatory environment…. Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 12:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Consensys has called on the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prioritize technology-agnostic security measures in its handling of the Nomad hacking incident. This appeal comes via a formal comment letter submitted by the company, emphasizing the need for regulations that foster innovation while protecting… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 12:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The US government has taken control of more than 127,000 Bitcoin, currently valued at over $11.4 billion, following what authorities describe as one of the largest cryptocurrency forfeitures ever. This haul stems from a sophisticated operation involving international fraud, sanctions evasion, and alleged ties to… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 8:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed to permanently drop its legal action against Gemini Trust Company (NASDAQ:GEMI) regarding the Gemini Earn program. This resolution comes after all affected investors received full restitution of their assets, marking the conclusion of a protracted regulatory… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 5:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

TRM Labs pointed out that in a dramatic turn of events, Ryan Wedding, once a celebrated Canadian snowboarder who represented his country at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, has been apprehended by the FBI in Mexico City. TRM Labs also mentioned that… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK financial sector is undergoing significant transformations aimed at enhancing efficiency, protecting vulnerable consumers, and addressing historical grievances. UK Finance pointed out that key regulatory bodies like the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) are driving these changes through updated policies and industry collaborations. UK Finance… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a development that underscores the varying consequences faced by key figures in one of the crypto sector’s most significant fraud cases, Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, was released from federal custody on January 22, 2026. Ellison, who had been serving a… Read More

January 24, 2026 @ 3:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Central Bank (ECB) released several key documents highlighting evolving risks to the euro area’s economic landscape and tools for monitoring monetary expectations. These updates from the ECB underscore growing concerns over global fragmentation while also providing key insights into policy transmission and analyst… Read More

January 24, 2026 @ 3:12 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Singapore launched a new governance framework aimed at guiding the safe and responsible deployment of agentic artificial intelligence, as governments and businesses grapple with the growing autonomy of AI systems. Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo announced the Model AI Governance Framework (MGF)… Read More

January 23, 2026 @ 12:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the wake of President Donald Trump‘s return to office, the US financial landscape is poised for significant transformation, particularly through changes at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Recent developments signal a shift toward deregulation and innovation, with experts heralding the potential for a… Read More

January 23, 2026 @ 12:13 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission, Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee (SBCFAC) has scheduled its next meeting to discuss two key topics: Finders and secondary trading in private securities. Finders has been a long-time issue regarding private securities, specifically early-stage, and the SEC has discussed… Read More

January 23, 2026 @ 10:19 am By JD Alois  |  

Debanking during the Biden Administration was a nefarious policy, if not criminal. Targeting individuals and entities for their political affiliations or disfavored businesses is obviously wrong. Some of the firms targeted were engaged in the digital asset sector,  a segment of Fintech the Biden adminstration… Read More