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The U.S. Approach to the Regulation of Digital Asset Regulatory Framework
Executive Summary The year 2025 represents a watershed moment for digital asset regulation in the United States, marked by the...
James Ross
Aug 126 min read
UK Digital Asset Regulation: the Evolving Framework
Executive Summary The United Kingdom is executing a phased and comprehensive strategy to integrate digital assets into its established...
James Ross
Aug 114 min read
The United Kingdom's Strategy for Digital Assets and Financial Market Regulation
Executive Summary The United Kingdom government has initiated a comprehensive, multi-year strategy to re-engineer its financial services...
James Ross
Aug 106 min read
Global Regulatory Developments in Digital Assets and Markets: H1 2025 Strategic Impact Analysis
Executive Summary The first half of 2025 represents a pivotal inflexion point for the digital asset sector, characterised by a structural...
James Ross
Aug 108 min read
July Global Regulatory Developments Report
Global Regulatory Developments: July Executive Summary July marked a period of intense regulatory activity across the globe,...
James Ross
Jul 313 min read
Global Digital Asset Regulatory Developments: June 2025 Report
Executive Summary June 2025 marked a period of significant progress in establishing detailed regulatory frameworks for digital assets...
James Ross
Jun 294 min read
Global Regulatory Developments - March 2025
March 2025 witnessed significant regulatory advancements in the global financial sector, particularly concerning digital finance. Key...
James Ross
Apr 27 min read
FCA Crypto Roadmap
The FCA Crypto Roadmap outlines the planned policy publications and timelines for regulating crypto assets in the UK. It sets out a...
James Ross
Nov 26, 20241 min read
Mansion House 2024: A New Era for UK Financial Services
Executive Summary The Chancellor's Mansion House 2024 speech and accompanying documents signal a significant shift in the UK's approach...
James Ross
Nov 17, 20247 min read
Navigating the Shifting Sands: A Deep Dive into the EBA's 2025 Work Program and its Implications for Financial Institutions
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has released its work program for 2025, signalling a significant shift in the regulatory landscape...
James Ross
Oct 7, 20243 min read
ESMA's 2025 Agenda: A Deep Dive into Impacts for Investment Managers and Service Providers - Part 2
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has set an ambitious agenda for 2025, with significant implications for investment...
James Ross
Oct 3, 20242 min read
Will MiCA be the MiFID I of Digital Markets and Assets?
MiFID, implemented in 2007, revolutionised European capital markets by increasing competition, transparency, and investor protection....
James Ross
Oct 3, 20242 min read
ESMA's 2025 Work Program: A Comprehensive Guide for Financial Firms Part One
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has set an ambitious agenda for 2025, with a work program that covers a wide range...
James Ross
Oct 2, 202414 min read
September's Global Regulatory Whirlwind: Key Developments in Digital Finance and Markets
September 2024 proved to be a whirlwind month for financial regulation across the globe. From the rise of digital currencies to the fight...
James Ross
Sep 28, 20243 min read
House Financial Service Hearing Entitled: Decoding DeFi: Breaking Down the Future of Decentralised Finance
House Financial Service Hearing Entitled: Decoding DeFi: Breaking Down the Future of Decentralised Finance Summary The hearing convened...
James Ross
Sep 18, 20242 min read
The SEC vs. Ripple: A Partial Victory and Regulatory Lessons for Crypto Firms
The cryptocurrency industry has closely watched the SEC's lawsuit against Ripple Labs. The recent ruling marks a pivotal moment with...
James Ross
Aug 8, 20242 min read
Key International Reports on Digital Markets and Assets Regulation (July 2024)
July 2024 marked a significant month for international reports addressing the evolving landscape of digital markets and assets. These...
James Ross
Aug 6, 20243 min read
UK's Evolving Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets and Markets: A Deep Dive
The United Kingdom is forging a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets and markets to balance innovation, consumer...
James Ross
Aug 5, 20247 min read
Quarterly DeFi Review: International Developments Q2 2024
The decentralised finance (DeFi) landscape continues to evolve rapidly, with significant developments worldwide in the second quarter of...
James Ross
Aug 3, 20243 min read
The Bank of England's Balancing Act: Navigating Innovation in the Age of Digital Money
The Bank of England (BoE) has released a discussion paper outlining its forward-looking approach to the rapidly evolving landscape of...
James Ross
Aug 3, 20243 min read
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