Category: Law of the Chain
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India mandates cybersecurity audits for cryptocurrency firms under FIU directive
India’s Financial Intelligence Unit now requires cybersecurity audits for crypto firms to enhance regulatory compliance and protect against financial crimes in the digital asset sector.
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Coinbase CEO advocates for cryptocurrency legislation reform in Washington DC
Coinbase CEO pushes for updated crypto laws to provide regulatory clarity and foster industry growth amid increasing institutional adoption.
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Swiss Bankers Association confirms legally binding blockchain transfer between major banks
This transfer demonstrates blockchain’s legal validity in traditional finance, enhancing interbank efficiency and setting a precedent for institutional adoption in Switzerland.
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SEC approves new standards to expedite crypto ETP listings
The SEC’s streamlined approval process for crypto ETPs reduces regulatory friction, potentially accelerating institutional adoption and market accessibility for digital asset investment products.
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FBI requests information from SafeMoon victims for restitution process
The FBI seeks information from SafeMoon victims to support restitution efforts, indicating ongoing investigation into alleged misconduct and potential recovery for affected investors.
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KRX affiliate KOSCOM applies for five stablecoin trademarks
KOSCOM’s trademark filings signal Korea’s financial infrastructure preparing for regulated stablecoin integration, advancing institutional crypto adoption.
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Elizabeth Warren raises ethics concerns over White House crypto czar David Sacks
Senator Warren questions potential conflicts of interest in crypto regulation appointments, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of government-industry relationships in digital asset oversight.
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SEC approves crypto ETF listing standards for Nasdaq Cboe and NYSE
SEC approval of crypto ETF listing standards on major exchanges signals regulatory progress and institutional adoption, expanding mainstream investment access to digital assets.
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SEC approves generic listing standards for commodity-based ETFs
The SEC approval streamlines ETF listings for commodities, reducing regulatory hurdles and potentially increasing market accessibility for investors seeking diversified exposure.
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xStocks issuer chose Switzerland to avoid whitelisting tokenized Tesla shares
Switzerland’s regulatory framework allows tokenized securities without whitelisting, enabling xStocks to offer tokenized Tesla shares more efficiently than other jurisdictions.