Politics, Legal & Regulation

September 21, 2025 @ 8:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has issued guidance urging financial institutions exploring cryptocurrency-related activities to integrate blockchain analytics tools into their operations. This recommendation, aimed at enhancing risk management and regulatory compliance, reflects the growing intersection of traditional finance and the… Read More

September 21, 2025 @ 5:43 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The FTX Recovery Trust has unveiled plans for its third round of distributions, injecting approximately $1.6 billion back into the pockets of affected creditors. Scheduled to commence on September 30, 2025, this payout underscores the ongoing efforts to rectify the fallout from one of the… Read More

September 20, 2025 @ 2:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a landscape marked by persistent inflationary pressures and a cooling yet resilient labour market, the Bank of England (BoE) has signaled a measured approach to monetary policy. This, according to recent insights from KPMG UK. Recently, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) elected to hold… Read More

September 19, 2025 @ 1:31 pm By JD Alois  |  

In a meeting of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Investor Advisory Committee (IAC), members approved recommendations pertaining to providing greater access to private securities for retail investors. The IAC was established under the Dodd-Frank Act, which authorizes the Committee to make recommendations to the… Read More

September 19, 2025 @ 12:05 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has announced that it seized CDN $56 million from TradeOgre, a crypto exchange. The RCMP claims that TradeOgre “contravened Canadian laws and regulations,” failing to register with the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC). The RCMP… Read More

September 18, 2025 @ 10:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has made announcements that underscore a commitment to robust data protection and innovative financing for regional challenges. On one front, ADGM has introduced new rules aim to enhance privacy safeguards under its Data Protection Regulations 2021. On another, a strategic… Read More

September 18, 2025 @ 11:45 am By JD Alois  |  

Bullish (NASDAQ:BLSH), a crypto exchange, saw its shares jump following the news it had received approval in New York for a BitLicense and Money Transmission License by the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS).. While based in the US, Bullish has yet to provide services… Read More

September 18, 2025 @ 11:06 am By JD Alois  |  

ECSPR or European Crowdfunding Service Provider regulations were enacted by the European Union in 2021. The complete application took a few years (2023), but today, under the rules, a securities crowdfunding platform may raise up to €5 million (~ $5.89 million) from investors across the… Read More

September 18, 2025 @ 12:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) continues to support strategic initiatives that aim to bolster financial stability and value creation. Recent developments, including enhanced regional cooperation with entities like the HKMA, calls for transformational leadership in corporate governance, and a push for risk resilience, underscore… Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 5:54 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made some rule changes today, and one of them will impact Regulation A (Reg A), a securities exemption utilized for online capital formation. Reg A requires an offering to be qualified by the SEC before commencing a funding round…. Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 5:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, cryptocurrency advocates, including Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor and Marathon Digital Holdings CEO Fred Thiel, will converge on Capitol Hill to champion legislation that could position the United States as a major holder of Bitcoin. The proposed bill, if enacted, would… Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 5:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In an escalation of efforts to curb Iran’s illicit financial activities, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on September 16, 2025, targeting a sophisticated shadow banking network. This operation, valued at over $600 million in cryptocurrency inflows,… Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 3:37 pm By JD Alois  |  

Taking the other side of the rate cut discussion, Cato Institute Research Fellow Jai Kedia, believes no rate cut is necessary and there is a risk of greater inflation, which could necessitate a rate increase. “The Fed cut its target for the federal funds rate… Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 2:41 pm By JD Alois  |  

As was expected, the US Federal Reserve cut its benchmark rates by 25 basis points, to 4% to 4.25% percent. The FOMC noted that while inflation remains somewhat evelated, economic activity has slowed along with job growth. Voting for the rate cut were Chairman Jerome… Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 12:36 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin in terms of market cap and overall adoption, has played a pivotal role in helping Canadian law enforcement recover 460,000 USDT—equivalent to about $640,000 CAD—from an investment scam targeting an Ontario resident. The operation, executed by the… Read More

September 17, 2025 @ 9:31 am By JD Alois  |  

Today, it is widely anticipated that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates for the first time since December 2024, when the FOMC decided to cut rates by 25 basis points. The bigger question is how much the Fed will cut and expectations for… Read More

September 16, 2025 @ 5:05 pm By JD Alois  |  

The SEC has scheduled an open meeting for tomorrow where the members of the Commission will discuss and vote on certain regulatory items. The topics of discussion include: The Commission will consider action relating to the compliance date for the amendments to Form PF that… Read More

September 16, 2025 @ 3:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Senate has confirmed Stephen Miran, a supporter of the Trump Administration’s tariff policy and “crypto-friendly economist,” to join the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The vote approving Miran took place Monday, September 15, 2025, and comes just ahead of the central bank’s interest rate meeting this… Read More

September 16, 2025 @ 2:22 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it has added four new members to fill vacancies on its Investor Advisory Committee, joining 16 other current members. The Committee aims to advise the  Commission on issues impacting investors and the regulatory needs of securities markets. SEC… Read More

September 16, 2025 @ 8:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move that’s sparking heated debate within the cryptocurrency world, the Bank of England (BoE) is facing significant opposition to its plans for limiting how much stablecoins people and firms can possess. Stablecoins, which are digital currencies designed to hold steady value by tying… Read More