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Canada's Bill C-25 Clears Key Vote as Government Moves to Block Crypto Political Donations
Canada has proposed a bill to ban political donations made using cryptocurrency as part of broader election finance reforms. The move aims to improve transparency and reduce risks linked to traceability and compliance, reflecting increasing regulatory scrutiny of digital assets in the country.
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CFTC-FTX Settlement: Former FTX Executive Nishad Singh to Pay $3.7 Million, Faces Trading Ban
Former FTX engineering chief Nishad Singh has been fined $3.7 million and handed trading and registration bans by the US CFTC. The settlement relates to his role in the exchange’s collapse and misuse of customer funds. Regulators cited his cooperation in the investigation while highlighting the broader push to strengthen oversight and accountabil...
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Polymarket Tightens Rules on Insider Trading, Kalshi Adds User Bans
Polymarket and Kalshi have introduced stricter measures to prevent insider trading and market manipulation. The updates include tighter rules around non-public information and user participation. The move comes as regulators increase scrutiny on prediction markets. While these changes aim to improve transparency and trust, concerns remain around en...
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UK Parliamentary Committee Seeks Temporary Ban on Crypto Donations Over Foreign Influence Risks
UK lawmakers have proposed a temporary ban on cryptocurrency donations to political parties, citing risks of foreign interference and weak transparency. A parliamentary committee has recommended pausing such contributions until stricter verification systems are introduced. The move is part of broader efforts to strengthen political funding rules, t...
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Argentina Bans Polymarket Over Unregulated Crypto Betting Concerns: Report
Argentina has blocked access to crypto-based prediction platform Polymarket, saying it operates outside the country’s regulated gambling and financial systems. Regulators flagged risks related to consumer protection and oversight, adding to growing global scrutiny of prediction markets using digital assets.
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Bank of England Plans to Match US Pace on Stablecoin Regulation: Report
The Bank of England has pledged to introduce its stablecoin regulatory framework at the same pace as the United States. Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said the plan aims to balance innovation and consumer protection. At the same time, the Financial Conduct Authority has ended its four-year ban on crypto ETNs, marking another major step in the UK’s...
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Polymarket Banned By Romanian Regulator for Illegal Crypto Betting Following $600 Million Election Wagers
Romania’s gambling regulator has blacklisted Polymarket after nearly $600 million (roughly ₹53,200 crore) in crypto wagers were placed during national elections. Officials said the platform operated as unlicensed gambling. The action mirrors global moves by the US, France, and others to curb crypto-based betting platforms.
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French Lawmakers to Review Proposal to Ban CBDC, Support Bitcoin Reserve and Crypto Oversight
France’s lawmakers are set to debate a motion that seeks to block the European Central Bank’s digital euro proposal and create a national Bitcoin reserve. The initiative, led by Éric Ciotti and UDR members, aims to safeguard privacy, encourage euro-pegged stablecoins, and tighten oversight under MiCA regulations.
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US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Ban Elected US Officials From Trading Crypto
US Representative Ro Khanna has announced plans to introduce a bill that would ban the President, members of Congress, and their families from owning, trading, or creating cryptocurrencies. The move aims to prevent conflicts of interest amid growing concerns about political links to the crypto industry, including allegations around Trump’s family...
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UK Ends Four-Year Ban on Crypto ETNs as FCA Expands Retail Access
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority has lifted its four-year ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs), enabling retail investors to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies without directly holding them. The move follows years of market development and positions the UK alongside other jurisdictions adopting regulated crypto products. Analysts expect ...
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Canada's Bill C-25 Clears Key Vote as Government Moves to Block Crypto Political Donations
Canada has proposed a bill to ban political donations made using cryptocurrency as part of broader election finance reforms. The move aims to improve transparency and reduce risks linked to traceability and compliance, reflecting increasing regulatory scrutiny of digital assets in the country.
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CFTC-FTX Settlement: Former FTX Executive Nishad Singh to Pay $3.7 Million, Faces Trading Ban
Former FTX engineering chief Nishad Singh has been fined $3.7 million and handed trading and registration bans by the US CFTC. The settlement relates to his role in the exchange’s collapse and misuse of customer funds. Regulators cited his cooperation in the investigation while highlighting the broader push to strengthen oversight and accountabil...
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Polymarket Tightens Rules on Insider Trading, Kalshi Adds User Bans
Polymarket and Kalshi have introduced stricter measures to prevent insider trading and market manipulation. The updates include tighter rules around non-public information and user participation. The move comes as regulators increase scrutiny on prediction markets. While these changes aim to improve transparency and trust, concerns remain around en...
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UK Parliamentary Committee Seeks Temporary Ban on Crypto Donations Over Foreign Influence Risks
UK lawmakers have proposed a temporary ban on cryptocurrency donations to political parties, citing risks of foreign interference and weak transparency. A parliamentary committee has recommended pausing such contributions until stricter verification systems are introduced. The move is part of broader efforts to strengthen political funding rules, t...
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Argentina Bans Polymarket Over Unregulated Crypto Betting Concerns: Report
Argentina has blocked access to crypto-based prediction platform Polymarket, saying it operates outside the country’s regulated gambling and financial systems. Regulators flagged risks related to consumer protection and oversight, adding to growing global scrutiny of prediction markets using digital assets.
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Bank of England Plans to Match US Pace on Stablecoin Regulation: Report
The Bank of England has pledged to introduce its stablecoin regulatory framework at the same pace as the United States. Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said the plan aims to balance innovation and consumer protection. At the same time, the Financial Conduct Authority has ended its four-year ban on crypto ETNs, marking another major step in the UK’s...
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Polymarket Banned By Romanian Regulator for Illegal Crypto Betting Following $600 Million Election Wagers
Romania’s gambling regulator has blacklisted Polymarket after nearly $600 million (roughly ₹53,200 crore) in crypto wagers were placed during national elections. Officials said the platform operated as unlicensed gambling. The action mirrors global moves by the US, France, and others to curb crypto-based betting platforms.
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French Lawmakers to Review Proposal to Ban CBDC, Support Bitcoin Reserve and Crypto Oversight
France’s lawmakers are set to debate a motion that seeks to block the European Central Bank’s digital euro proposal and create a national Bitcoin reserve. The initiative, led by Éric Ciotti and UDR members, aims to safeguard privacy, encourage euro-pegged stablecoins, and tighten oversight under MiCA regulations.
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US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Ban Elected US Officials From Trading Crypto
US Representative Ro Khanna has announced plans to introduce a bill that would ban the President, members of Congress, and their families from owning, trading, or creating cryptocurrencies. The move aims to prevent conflicts of interest amid growing concerns about political links to the crypto industry, including allegations around Trump’s family...
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UK Ends Four-Year Ban on Crypto ETNs as FCA Expands Retail Access
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority has lifted its four-year ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs), enabling retail investors to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies without directly holding them. The move follows years of market development and positions the UK alongside other jurisdictions adopting regulated crypto products. Analysts expect ...
