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CLARITY Act Nears Vote: US Crypto Regulation at Crossroads
The CLARITY Act clears Senate committee, but faces political headwinds. What it means for tokens, exchanges, and DeFi.
US Bank Consortium to Launch Tokenized Deposit Network by 2027
JPMorgan, Citi, and others plan a shared tokenized deposit network for instant, 24/7 settlement, aiming to transform traditional banking payments.
JPMorgan and Wells Fargo Double Bitcoin ETF Holdings as Hedge Funds Exit
Major US banks increased Bitcoin ETF exposure by 339% YoY in Q1 2026, while hedge funds and brokerages slashed holdings, signaling a strategic divergence in professional crypto adoption.
Hong Kong Enlists Global Banks to Scale Tokenized Bonds
HKMA forms expert group with JPMorgan, HSBC, UBS to drive tokenized bond adoption, building on past digital bond issuances.
Mastercard Expands Stablecoin Settlement Across 8 Networks
Mastercard adds stablecoin settlement on 8 blockchains, enabling 24/7 settlement with USDC, PYUSD, RLUSD, and more. First users include ARQ, CBW Bank, and Nuvei.
Tether Gold Visa Card: Tokenized XAUT Meets Everyday Spending
Tether and Fasset launch a Visa card with up to 6% XAUT cashback, auto round-up into gold, and real-time wallet integration, bridging tokenized gold to mainstream payments.
Japanβs LDP Pushes for Crypto ETF Rules, Yen Stablecoins
Japan's ruling party recommends crypto ETF regulations and yen-denominated stablecoin support, aiming to catch up with global crypto finance developments.
Vietnam Proposes SMEs Use Crypto as Loan Collateral
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance proposes allowing SMEs to use digital assets and IP as loan collateral, targeting 98% of businesses with limited credit access.
Singapore Emerges as Default Hub as US Crypto Regulation Stalls
With US crypto clarity delayed until 2030, Singapore's regulatory certainty is drawing institutional capital and solidifying its role as a global digital asset hub.
US Executive Order Targets Foreign Crypto Threats as CLARITY Act Sparks Debate
A new executive order targets foreign crypto threats from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The CLARITY Act aims to regulate digital assets but faces criticism over national security risks.
Gold and Bitcoin Reshape Global Reserves: Fidelity Report
Fidelity reports gold overtakes USD assets in central bank reserves, while Bitcoin emerges in cross-border trade settlements, signaling a structural shift away from dollar dominance.
DTCC to Tokenize US Treasuries on Stellar: A Paradigm Shift in Market Infrastructure
DTCC plans to tokenize US Treasuries on Stellar by 2027, marking the first public chain integration for DTC-custodied assets. This move could revolutionize settlement efficiency.
VanEck Launches First US Spot BNB ETF on Nasdaq
VanEck's VBNB ETF brings BNB exposure to US investors, marking a milestone for BNB Chain adoption and institutional access.
Blockchain.com Bucks Crypto IPO Chill with US Filing
Despite a cooling crypto IPO market, Blockchain.com confidentially files for a US listing, signaling resilience amid regulatory and market headwinds.
Bank of America Denies Accounts to Crypto Firms, Pushing Them to Smaller Banks
United Texas Bank CEO reveals major banks refuse crypto clients, as UTB gets OCC charter and clears $10B monthly for digital asset firms.
CLARITY Act or Chaos: Why SEC Enforcement Policy Isn't Neutral
Senator Lummis warns that SEC's enforcement approach is not a neutral stance but a ticking clock for crypto innovation. The CLARITY Act is the last hope before 2030.
Singapore Revokes Bsquared License: Regulatory Crackdown Intensifies
Singapore's MAS revokes Bsquared's license amid compliance failures, signaling a stricter regulatory stance on crypto firms operating in the city-state.
BoE Extends Settlement to Near 24/7, Eyes Tokenization
Bank of England proposes near 24/7 settlement to support tokenization and digital assets, signaling a major shift in monetary infrastructure.
Revolut's Dogecoin Card: Bridging Meme Coins to Mainstream Payments
Revolut launches a physical Dogecoin debit card in the UK and EEA, signaling crypto's push into everyday spending despite market headwinds.
Swiss Crypto Inflows Defy $1B Global Outflow Trend
Switzerland records $22.8M in crypto inflows amid $1B global outflows, highlighting its safe-haven appeal and regulatory stability.