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2024: A Year of Regulatory Reckoning in Digital Markets
The digital landscape underwent significant changes in 2024 as regulators worldwide tightened their control over the industry. Every...
James Ross
Sep 29, 20245 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
The Future of Finance: Key Regulatory Developments in July 2024
The financial landscape is rapidly transforming, driven by technological advancements and evolving market dynamics. In July 2024, several...
James Ross
Aug 1, 20243 min read
MiCA Q&A Updates: Key Points & Firm Implications
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released a series of Q&A updates regarding the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA)...
James Ross
Jul 30, 20242 min read
Hong Kong's Stablecoin Regulations: A New Era for Digital Assets
Hong Kong is forging ahead in regulating stablecoins, establishing a comprehensive framework to foster innovation while ensuring investor...
James Ross
Jul 30, 20242 min read
Landmark FCA Fine for Coinbase Subsidiary Over Financial Crime Control Breaches
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has imposed a significant £3.5 million fine on CB Payments Ltd (CBPL), a subsidiary of...
James Ross
Jul 26, 20242 min read
UK's Crypto Future: A Deep Dive into the Government's Proposed Regulatory Framework
The UK government has set its sights on becoming a global hub for crypto innovation. But with innovation comes responsibility – and that...
James Ross
Jul 21, 20242 min read
July MiCA Developments: A Closer Look at Key Regulations and Guidelines
July 2024 has been a pivotal month for the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), marking significant progress in establishing a...
James Ross
Jul 13, 20242 min read
The Future of Digital Assets: A Call for Clarity and Regulation
On June 6, 2023, the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture held a pivotal hearing titled "The Future of Digital Assets: Providing Clarity...
James Ross
Jul 13, 20242 min read
CFTC Chairman Calls for Urgent Digital Asset Regulation
In a recent testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam expressed deep...
James Ross
Jul 12, 20242 min read
SEC Director Grewal's "What's Past is Prologue": A Call to Action for Crypto Regulation
In a recent speech at William & Mary, SEC Enforcement Director Gurbir S. Grewal reiterated the SEC's commitment to protecting investors...
James Ross
Jul 12, 20241 min read
ESMA's Draft Standards on Conflicts of Interest: A New Era of Transparency for Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs)
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has taken a significant step towards greater transparency and investor protection in...
James Ross
Jun 9, 20242 min read
MiCA Delegated Regulations Now in Effect: Critical Updates for Crypto-Asset Firms
The European Commission has published four key Delegated Regulations in the Official Journal of the European Union, marking a significant...
James Ross
Jun 9, 20242 min read
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