Category: Law of the Chain
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Kraken CEO criticizes UK crypto rules for harming user experience
Kraken’s CEO criticizes UK regulations for degrading user experience, highlighting regulatory friction that may hinder crypto adoption and innovation in traditional finance markets.
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Japan plans cryptocurrency tax cuts and new trading rules for 2026 overhaul
Japan’s 2026 crypto tax cuts and regulatory updates aim to boost market competitiveness and attract investment by aligning with global digital asset standards.
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Prosecutors say DOJ had enough evidence to convict Roman Storm
Federal prosecutors assert they possessed sufficient evidence for conviction, highlighting ongoing legal scrutiny of cryptocurrency developers and potential implications for industry regulation.
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Harvard SEC filing shows BlackRock Bitcoin ETF leads public portfolio
Harvard’s SEC filing reveals BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF as its largest public holding, signaling institutional validation of cryptocurrency assets within traditional endowment strategies.
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SEC Chairman calls for clear crypto rulebook to replace enforcement chaos
SEC Chairman advocates replacing enforcement actions with clear regulations to provide legal certainty for crypto markets and reduce regulatory unpredictability for industry participants.
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Belarus makes cryptocurrency mining a national priority for economic development
Belarus prioritizes cryptocurrency mining as a national strategy, signaling state-level adoption and potential economic diversification in response to global digital asset trends.
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CZ lawyer denies pardon purchase claims and corrects media reports
Changpeng Zhao’s legal counsel refuted claims of purchasing a pardon, clarifying media misinterpretations about his legal proceedings and maintaining his defense narrative.
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Ripple CTO dismisses legal assertions from self-proclaimed Satoshi Craig Wright
Ripple CTO David Schwartz refuted Craig Wright’s legal assertions, reinforcing industry skepticism toward unverified Satoshi claims and upholding blockchain’s decentralized principles.
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Japan to classify cryptocurrency as financial products and reduce taxes
Japan’s regulatory shift aligns crypto with traditional financial products, enhancing investor protection and market stability while reducing tax burdens to boost adoption.
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Brazil enforces strict stablecoin rules as Libra investigation progresses
Brazil’s new stablecoin regulations establish clear operational frameworks for digital assets, signaling increased regulatory maturity in Latin American cryptocurrency markets and potential regional standardization.
