Regulation

SEC drops its probe into Gemini, signaling a shift in U.S. crypto regulation. Industry experts debate the future of enforcement policies. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its investigation into cryptocurrency exchange Gemini. The regulator no longer monitors Gemini alongside several other crypto companies. Cameron Winklevoss posted this news through his X account that Gemini ceased to be under investigation after nearly two years. The regulatory shift...

About The Book:Your Money and the World: How to Spend, Save, Donate and Invest Sustainably. Winner of the SKBI Prize for Sustainable Finance Literacy as part of the Money Awareness and Inclusion Awards (MAIA). Cecile Biccari, sustainable investment expert helps young readers understand how money works—and how spending, saving, donating and investing can change the world. Financial literacy is an important skill in life. At around the age of seven, children develop attitudes and beliefs about...

The crypto market is charging full steam ahead in 2025, and investors are on the lookout for the next big thing. With institutional adoption at an all-time high, governments warming up to regulation, and blockchain technology evolving at lightning speed, this year is shaping up to be a massive one for digital assets. Amid the noise, a few standout cryptocurrencies are making waves and catching the attention of savvy investors. One such project that’s dominating the conversation is...

SEC agrees to dismiss lawsuit against Coinbase, marking a win for crypto. Coinbase urges clear regulations to support innovation and market growth. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed to dismiss its lawsuit against Coinbase, pending final approval. This victory helps both cryptocurrency supporters and Coinbase the whole exchange company. The SEC authorized Coinbase to become a public company in April 2021 following a formal review of its operations. Although the...

SG-Forge launches MiCA-compliant EURCV stablecoin on Stellar, enhancing secure, fast, and low-cost digital euro transactions for businesses and individuals in France. SG-Forge, a subsidiary of Société Générale, has taken a major step in digital finance by launching its euro-backed stablecoin, EURCV. The official release confirms that this stablecoin satisfies all European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations requirements. This product provides businesses and individuals with a...

KuCoin EU has applied for a MiCAR license in Austria to expand in Europe. The Vienna-based hub will oversee compliance and innovation for digital assets. Top international cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has revealed that its subsidiary, KuCoin EU Exchange GmbH, has applied for a MiCAR license in Austria. This is a key step in KuCoin’s effort to expand its regulatory presence and provide compliant digital asset services within the EU and EEA. After securing authorization, KuCoin EU will...

Nigeria plans to tax crypto transactions, boosting revenue and regulation. New SEC rules ensure compliance, while licensing expands to central exchanges. Nigeria is planning to tax cryptocurrency transactions to increase government revenue. It also aims to regulate digital assets and bring them under the formal tax system. Bloomberg reports that Nigeria plans to grant complete licenses to cryptocurrency trading platforms throughout this year. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)...

UAE reaches $40 billion in Bitcoin holdings. It has positioned itself as a global leader in cryptocurrency adoption with favorable regulations and investments. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly reached $40 billion in Bitcoin holdings. This move has made a significant move in the cryptocurrency market. The development exhibits the country’s increasing part in the worldwide reception of blockchain innovation and computerized resources. Both the country’s government and private...

Morocco is set to become the first developing country with clear crypto regulations. It will also balance security, innovation, and financial growth. The Governor of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), Abdellatif Jouahri, recently shared that Morocco is close to adopting a legal framework for regulating crypto-assets. It seeks to first manage the use of crypto-assets and also encourage financial innovation. According to Jouahri, the framework was designed in line with G20 recommendations. At the same...

South Korean lawmaker Kim Nam-kook sentenced to prison for concealing $7.5M in cryptocurrency, sparking calls for stricter regulation. A South Korean congressman has been sentenced to six months in prison for concealing his crypto holdings. Former Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Nam-kook hid assets worth 9.9 billion won ($6.8 million) and 990 million won ($680,000) between 2021 and 2022. This was a breach of the law that bars public officials from holding any property without declaring it to...