A fresh wave of pro-crypto candidates is set to enter the next Congress with support from both parties. These lawmakers range from Democrats advocating for financial inclusion to Republicans touting economic freedom through crypto.

Recently, many regulatory officials have pointed out the challenges faced due to the absence of a proper regulatory framework to oversee cryptocurrencies. A recent report indicates that the US Congress may implement a permanent solution to this issue before the end of this year.

Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan's Democratic Party for the People, is advocating for significant cryptocurrency tax reforms ahead of the general election. His party proposes a 20% tax on crypto assets and aims to promote Japan as a web3 leader. The party also supports initiatives like increased leverage for crypto trading.

Representative French Hill says two crypto-regulating bills in the US might make some progress on Capitol Hill before the current Congress disbands.

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Crypto has secured Neoclassic Capital, a Florida-based global investment firm, as its lead investor. DMM Crypto also partnered with Presto, a quantitative trading company. The investments will support DMM Crypto's Seamoon Protocol, which aims to create a Web3 economic hub for businesses and creators.

Crypto lending rates have soared up to 30% APR (annual percentage rate) on Bitfinex today, which is nearly three times the exchange's average interest rate. This indicates that traders are confident in significant price increases.

Japanese nationals and local residents are struggling more than ever to afford the basics of life in yen, and to thrive in the once-booming, now malnourished economy.

The fake ad used a nearly identical domain to Soneium's official site to bypass Google's security measures.

MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor faced backlash after suggesting Bitcoin holders trust “too big to fail” banks instead of using self-custody.

The Ras Al-Khaimah (RAK) region in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a comprehensive regulatory framework specifically tailored for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).

Crypto-paying Russians are using the darkweb to hire arsonists and criminals who carry out assaults on their behalf, a report has claimed.

The 2024 U.S. elections highlight the growing influence of cryptocurrencies in political discourse, with significant financial contributions shaping future legislation.

Bitcoin's last week 10% pump was driven by a massive $2.13 billion inflows in US spot BTC ETFs.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and Tesla CEO Elon Musk have voiced their support for pro-crypto Senate candidate John Deaton in his race against Elizabeth Warren. Armstrong warned that Warren, a vocal crypto critic, has pushed harmful regulations and backed U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler's efforts to curb the industry.

The cryptocurrency market is buzzing with excitement today as prices experience a notable surge. Many investors and analysts are asking: what's driving this upward trend?

Ras Al-Khaimah (RAK), one of the emirates in the United Arab Emirates, has introduced a new legal framework tailored for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) within its free zone designated for digital assets. The DAO Association Regime (DARe) seeks to create a legal framework that is tailored to the functioning and management of DAOs.

Will Congress fix crypto regulation before it's too late? Behnam says the lack of legal clarity leaves the CFTC “handcuffed” as the crypto market continues to evolve.

The enforcement-heavy approach of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to crypto regulation is stifling innovation and leaving the market without clear standards, an SEC commissioner has warned. Criticizing the reliance on litigation, he argued that case-by-case enforcement delays the creation of a consistent regulatory framework, depriving investors and innovators of necessary guidance.

Moscow is set to start policing Russian crypto exchanges, and will likely look to ensure its regulations are Financial Action Task Force (FATF)-compliant.

Coinshares International has opened an office in New York City, marking a key step in its strategy to expand in the United States. The company aims to bolster its presence in the U.S. financial market through this move and recent acquisitions. Coinshares' New Office Signals Major U.S.

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has issued a cautionary report as traditional financial institutions accelerate their exploration of tokenization, raising concerns over governance, legal frameworks, and financial stability. Tokenization, which converts real-world assets like property and securities into digital tokens, has drawn attention for its ability to streamline transactions and reduce costs.

An executive from hedge fund Brevan Howard says that the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) sensible approach to crypto regulations is making the country a top region for digital asset trading.

Agora CEO and co-founder Nick van Eck joins CoinDesk Live on "Markets Daily" to explore the current trends in the crypto market. Plus, insights on stablecoin adoption in Latin America and the growth of fintech around the globe.

OpenEden surpassed $150 million in total value locked (TVL) for its tokenized U.S. Treasury Bills vault on October 22.

The tokenized fund will invest in data centers in the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India, and Europe.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler has once again raised concerns about the risks posed by the cryptocurrency industry. In a recent interview with Bloomberg recently, Gensler noted that many investors have been hurt because they did not have enough information about their investment in digital assets.

Supporters believe WAP can connect mainstream culture with blockchain, fostering authentic engagement in crypto.

Republicans and Democrats across the House and Senate are increasingly convinced that key pieces of crypto legislation could soon become law.

The US Congress is being targeted by the cryptocurrency industry, which plans to spend a massive $160 million through super PACs to support pro-crypto candidates and shape favorable legislation. It is a bipartisan bill that reflects the industry's desire to secure a friendly regulatory environment across the aisle as it expands its presence and legitimacy

Magic Eden aims to add the Layer 1 network Monad as its 10th supported blockchain, after Monad goes live on testnet.

SEC chair Gary Gensler pushed back against criticism of the agency's enforcement-driven regulatory approach to crypto during an interview on Bloomberg Technology on Oct. 22.

Nickson Omondi, manager of the digital economy tax office at KRA, said that the tax collection agency planned to roll out a real-time tax collection system that would be integrated into exchanges. Through this initiative, the KRA sought to increase Kenya's tax base to tap into the growing sector, which reported crypto transactions of about $18.6B in 2022.

Alyse Killen of Stillmark says there's still opportunity in the crypto space no matter who ends up winning in the US election. She speaks on "Bloomberg Technology" with Ed Ludlow and Caroline Hyde.

The SEC embraced shorter settlement times after the GameStop short squeeze—but crypto already does 24/7 markets and quick trade completions.

The bitcoin mining company and vertically integrated blockchain firm DMG Blockchain Solutions has announced a partnership with Malahat Nation to develop Canada's first Indigenous-led artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The project, designed to utilize clean energy, is expected to expand technology infrastructure while promoting economic growth in Indigenous communities.

The Bank for International Settlements and the Financial Stability Board have similar views on tokenization — it could provide new benefits and familiar challenges.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will continue to include cryptocurrency in its 2025 SEC Focus Review.

A large-scale crypto fraud trial opened on Monday in Nancy, France. Over 20 defendants are accused of scamming 1,300 victims through fake crypto and diamond investment schemes.

Bitcoin miner Core Scientific expects to generate roughly $8.7 billion in revenue over the next 12 years, following an expansion of its hosting agreement with CoreWeave, according to an Oct. 22 statement.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Rostin Behnam expressed optimism on October 21 that Congress could pass crypto legislation in the United States following the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

International exchanges have frozen Iranian crypto assets and blocked their accounts after Intel revealed local exchanges may be working for the Iranian government. International centralized exchanges exited the Iranian market following primary and secondary sanctions from the U.S. government.

The former president has been on a positive streak in recent weeks, pulling ahead as the election approaches.

The crypto lobbyist group Fairshake disbursed nearly $29 million in September ahead of the American presidential election next month. A Federal Election Commission filing indicates Fairshake, a super political action committee (PAC), had dispensed more than $142.3 million year-to-date by the end of September and still had $42.8 million of cash on hand.

Advertising will reach approximately $667 billion globally in 2024, including the spike in advertising accompanying a U.S. Presidential election. According to an ISBA Programmatic Supply Chain Transparency study, 15% of digital advertising spend is “unattributable —that's about one-third of supply chain costs.

In this interview, OKX President Hong Fang discusses the company's strategy for global expansion, with a focus on their recent launch in the UAE. This content is not an offer or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold virtual assets.

Residents of the Argentine capital now have access to decentralized digital IDs on their mobile devices, powered by the scaling protocol ZKsync Era.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a structured legal framework for Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) through the RAK Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO).

During a recent interview with Bloomberg, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler stated that "all too many people" had been hurt by the crypto industry.