Latest updates, press releases, and insights from the volatile world of digital assets.
Vietnam has enacted new penalties for trading digital assets on unlicensed platforms, with fines reaching up to $1,900 for individuals as the country prepares to roll out a pilot regulated crypto market starting in September
Russia’s State Duma is scheduled to conduct second and third readings on comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation this week, establishing a formal framework that treats digital assets as property while enabling their use in cross-border trade
The United States is set to impose tariffs on Brazilian imports in response to concerns over the country's instant payment network Pix, even as dollar-pegged stablecoins expand their role in the Brazilian market
Stablecoins tied to the US dollar can improve access to foreign currency in economies with managed exchange rates, yet new IMF research points to increased risks of rapid currency outflows during periods of stress
The European Union is set to review its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation in 2027, focusing on foreign stablecoin issuers and emerging tokenization developments following recent US legislation
The State Duma’s Financial Markets Committee has approved key amendments to the digital currency bill, removing wallet address reporting requirements and expanding permitted uses for digital assets in securities purchases and swaps
Kenya's Capital Markets Authority seeks advanced analytics to monitor billions in digital asset flows under the country's new virtual asset law, aiming to address risks in one of Africa's top crypto markets
South Africa’s tax authority has issued draft guidelines that clarify how existing income tax and capital gains tax rules apply to crypto assets, with public comments open until August 31
Circle and Nomura plan to launch a USDC-based service for Japanese firms by 2027, enabling faster yen-to-dollar stablecoin conversions for cross-border payments and foreign exchange settlements
Senate Democrats are pressing for investigations into a reported $500 million investment by UAE-linked entities in World Liberty Financial, citing potential conflicts of interest and national security implications following subsequent U.S. policy decisions favoring the Gulf nation
