CANBERRA, Australia — March 16, 2026 — A key Australian Senate committee has recommended passing legislation that would impose a financial services licensing regime on cryptocurrency exchanges and custody platforms. The move aims to close regulatory gaps exposed by high-profile industry failures. Committee Backs Digital Assets Framework The Senate Economics Legislation Committee issued a report […]
Hong Kong, February 2025: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is ready to issue the city’s first stablecoin issuer licences in March, marking a decisive regulatory milestone for the digital asset industry. HKMA Chief Executive Eddie Yue confirmed the imminent licensing phase, noting that regulators anticipate granting only a limited number of approvals as they […]
Hong Kong, February 2025: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has confirmed a significant milestone in its journey to become a regulated hub for digital assets. Thirty-six financial institutions have formally applied for stablecoin licenses, responding to the new regulatory framework established last year. This substantial interest underscores the financial sector’s commitment to operating within […]
Seoul, South Korea, January 28, 2025: In a move signaling a significant evolution in its digital asset framework, South Korea’s top financial regulator has proposed a fundamental change to how cryptocurrency exchanges operate. Lee Eok-won, Chairman of the Financial Services Commission (FSC), has formally suggested transitioning the nation’s crypto trading platforms from a registration-based system […]
New York, April 2025: In a landmark move for both the cryptocurrency and professional sports industries, prediction market platform Polymarket has secured an exclusive, multi-year licensing agreement with Major League Soccer. This partnership, first reported by The Block, designates Polymarket as the official prediction market partner for North America’s top soccer league. The deal grants […]
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