Reminder: The White House has set March 1 as the deadline to resolve stablecoin reward disputes and advance the Clarity Act.

Warren Targets Trump-Linked Crypto Bank Bid

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is advocating for the rejection of World Liberty Financial's bank charter application, citing concerns over undisclosed foreign ownership and potential conflicts of interest linked to Trump's crypto venture. She demands transparency from regulators regarding stakeholders.

What signals did the US SEC send behind the new 2% discount regulation for stablecoins?

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on February 19 that broker-dealers can apply a 2% discount when calculating net capital for payment stablecoins. This move helps integrate stablecoins into the mainstream financial system. The change stems from the GENIUS Act, which sets clearer regulations for stablecoin issuance. This policy not only reduces costs for broker-dealers but also promotes the acceptance of digital assets, paving the way for the future development of financial services.

UK regulators propose allowing cryptocurrencies for gambling payments

BlockBeats News, February 27 — According to Bloomberg, the UK Gambling Commission is planning to assess the feasibility of allowing gamblers to use cryptocurrencies for betting payments. This move is in line with the UK's efforts to advance a regulatory framework for digital assets. It is reported that the Financial Conduct Authority expects to finalize regulations related to crypto assets this year, with plans for them to officially take effect by the end of 2027. British gambling companies may be able to apply for crypto business licenses under the new regulatory system in the future. Tim Miller, Director of Research and Policy Implementation at the UK Gambling Commission, stated that this exploration will be incorporated into a broader digital asset regulatory process.

Minnesota proposes bill to ban cryptocurrency ATMs in response to scams targeting the elderly

Minnesota Democratic Farmer-Labor Party representative Erin Koegel introduced bill HF 3642 to ban cryptocurrency ATMs statewide in response to scams targeting the elderly. The Department of Commerce supports the bill and plans to implement broader consumer protection measures.

Australia’s Crypto Sector Pushes Forward Amid Structural Challenges

There has been a significant increase in the number of cryptocurrency investments made by self-managed super funds in Australia. The regulatory framework and the emergence of products like crypto ETFs are paving the way for a future path. The adoption of cryptocurrency remains on the rise in Aust