Category: Law of the Chain

Rep. Maxine Waters warns that upcoming crypto bills, the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts, could weaken consumer protections, limit SEC powers, and pose national security risks while benefiting industry insiders.

Hungary has introduced prison sentences of up to two years for unauthorized crypto trading and three years for unauthorized service providers, with penalties scaling based on trade value.

Dolce & Gabbana USA dismissed from NFT fraud lawsuit as court rules it wasn’t responsible for the failed DGFamily NFT project led by its Italian parent company.

The Tornado Cash trial began with discussions on motions in limine, including data extraction from co-founder Alexey Pertsev’s phone and a denied Brady request. Jury selection followed the initial proceedings.

Crypto crime hits record highs in 2025 due to lax regulations, FOMO, and increased adoption. Experts cite anonymity, scams, and law enforcement challenges as key drivers of the surge.

Spanish lawmakers propose ‘traffic light’ risk warnings for cryptocurrencies, suggesting labels like ‘crypto bets’ and stricter oversight by the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV).

Crypto Week in Washington sees GOP pushing three key bills on CBDCs, stablecoins, and digital payments, sparking partisan debates over regulation, innovation, and political influence in the crypto industry.

US regulators OCC, Fed, and FDIC issued joint guidance for banks offering crypto custody, emphasizing key control, compliance, and risk management under existing banking rules.

US federal agencies highlight risks for banks considering crypto custody, including legal compliance, asset security, and third-party management, while noting potential regulatory easing.