Tag: Crypto regulation
The U.S. House of Representatives begins “Crypto Week” (July 14–18, 2025) to vote on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, GENIUS Act, and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act.
These bills aim to clarify digital asset regulations, regulate stablecoins, and block a U.S. CBDC, potentially boosting institutional adoption.
Outcomes could position the U.S. as a global crypto hub, with votes expected by July 18.
The U.S. House of...
U.S. Senate Passes GENIUS Act to Regulate Stablecoins
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In a landmark move for the cryptocurrency industry, the U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Act (S.1582) on June 17, 2025, with a decisive 68-30 vote, establishing the first comprehensive federal framework to regulate stablecoins—digital currencies like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) designed to maintain a stable value, typically pegged to the U.S. dollar. The legislation, which cleared a procedural hurdle on June 11 with a 68-30 vote, aims to...
Digital Fort Knox: The Technical Hurdles of Nation-State Bitcoin Custody
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Nation-states face unprecedented technical challenges in securing Bitcoin holdings at scale
Current cold storage solutions remain insufficient for sovereign-level holdings
Multi-signature schemes introduce new operational complexities and governance challenges
Quantum computing threats require novel security approaches
Private key management at government scale creates unique organizational risks
The Growing Challenge...
The New Era of Crypto Regulation
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As governments around the world begin to establish rules for cryptocurrencies, it is crucial to understand how these regulations may impact the future of digital assets. From the European Union to the United States, the regulatory landscape is changing rapidly.
A Necessary Move
Cryptocurrencies have long been seen as an unregulated space, which has led to distrust and speculation. However, this landscape is changing. According to...
CFTC Chair Declares 70% of Crypto Assets as Commodities
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CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam declares 70% of crypto assets are not securities.
Behnam advocates for CFTC to have complete oversight of the crypto market.
A recent court ruling in Illinois supports the CFTC’s view on the classification of Bitcoin and Ethereum as commodities.
The CFTC has been actively involved in regulating the crypto sector, filing 47 actions in FY 2023.
Behnam stresses the urgent need for Congressional...






