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Crypto licensing in 2026 - how MiCA changes compliance for startups in Europe

Crypto licensing in 2026: how MiCA changes compliance for startups in Europe

Launching a crypto startup in Europe has become more difficult and complex after MiCA entered full implementation across the EU. In 2026, many Web3 companies that previously operated with minimal oversight now face comprehensive licensing, stricter AML obligations, and increased scrutiny from regulators, banks, and payment providers. Proper MiCA compliance for crypto startups is becoming a critical requirement for entering the European...

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EU Proposes Expanded Crypto Sanctions on Russia in 21st Package, Targeting Third-Country Platforms

EU Proposes Expanded Crypto Sanctions on Russia in 21st Package, Targeting Third-Country Platforms

The European Commission proposed the 21st sanctions package focusing on energy, finance, crypto, trade, and fisheries. Measures include transaction bans on additional Russian banks and 20 third-country entities, including crypto platforms. For the first time, the EU eyes a full ban on crypto-asset services from non-EU countries hosting evasion platforms. The move aims to close loopholes amid rising illicit crypto volumes linked...

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US Sanctions Target Iran's Largest Crypto Exchanges Amid Bitcoin Market Turmoil

US Sanctions Target Iran’s Largest Crypto Exchanges Amid Bitcoin Market Turmoil

U.S. Treasury sanctions Nobitex, Wallex, Bitpin, and Ramzinex for alleged ties to IRGC and sanctions evasion. Bitcoin dips amid broader market pressures, trading near $66,000-$67,000 levels. Action marks intensified economic pressure on Iran amid geopolitical tensions. The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on several of Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, including Nobitex, as part of its ongoing...

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UK Sanctions Major Crypto Exchange HTX Over Alleged Russia Sanctions Evasion

UK Sanctions Major Crypto Exchange HTX Over Alleged Russia Sanctions Evasion

UK sanctions HTX entity for alleged facilitation of Russian fund movements totaling over $1.5 billion. Part of package targeting 18 entities involved in sanctions evasion networks. Implications for global exchanges: First major application of certain UK regulations to a prominent crypto platform. HTX response: Claims misunderstanding, asserts operational continuity. The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on Huobi...

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Weekly Snapshot  – Regulatory Clarity Meets Market Dip

The crypto market this week delivered a major regulatory milestone as the Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act, even as Bitcoin pulled back to around $76,800 on macro headwinds. The bill’s progress offers long-sought clarity on CFTC vs. SEC oversight, stablecoins, and DeFi—potentially accelerating institutional adoption. CLARITY Act Clears Senate Banking Committee The Senate Banking Committee passed the Digital Asset Market...

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