Category: Law of the Chain
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Dubai VARA fines 19 unlicensed cryptocurrency firms for regulatory violations
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority imposed penalties on 19 unlicensed crypto firms, reinforcing its commitment to regulatory compliance and investor protection in the digital asset market.
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India to launch central bank digital currency for faster safer payments
The Reserve Bank of India is developing a central bank digital currency to enhance payment efficiency and security, aligning with global CBDC trends and modernizing financial infrastructure.
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EU Considers Sanctions on Ruble-Backed Stablecoin A7A5 Linked to Russian Actors
The EU is evaluating sanctions against the A7A5 stablecoin due to its ties with sanctioned Russian entities, highlighting regulatory scrutiny of digital assets in geopolitical conflicts.
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Swiss regulator investigates FIFA World Cup token sales
Swiss regulator investigates FIFA’s token sales for the 2026 World Cup, highlighting increased scrutiny on sports organizations entering cryptocurrency markets and potential regulatory implications.
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Fund acquisition for US SBR can start anytime according to Cynthia Lummis
Senator Lummis confirms readiness for US SBR fund acquisition, indicating regulatory progress and potential institutional adoption in the stablecoin sector.
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EU considers sanctions on Russian ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5
The EU is considering sanctions against Russian ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5 as part of broader financial restrictions targeting Russia’s ability to bypass traditional banking systems.
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Coinbase lists DoubleZero token following US SEC no-action decision
Coinbase’s listing of DoubleZero following SEC no-action demonstrates regulatory progress for crypto exchanges, potentially expanding institutional investment options and market legitimacy.
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EU transfers cryptocurrency oversight power to ESMA chair announces
The European Union is centralizing cryptocurrency regulation under ESMA to create consistent standards across member states, addressing regulatory fragmentation in digital asset markets.
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India to launch sovereign digital currency backed by Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India will introduce a central bank digital currency, advancing financial inclusion and modernizing payment systems while maintaining monetary sovereignty.
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India to launch RBI digital currency amid dismissal of unbacked cryptocurrencies
India advances its central bank digital currency while rejecting cryptocurrencies as unbacked assets, reflecting global regulatory divergence and sovereign monetary control priorities.
