Crypto Regulation and Compliance Updates

The Epstein files reveal a 2018 meeting where Gary Gensler, then an MIT professor, was set to discuss digital currencies with Epstein, linking him to coordinated crypto regulatory actions during his SEC tenure, including the Ripple case.

A U.S. court awarded Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary $2.8 million in damages after ruling against crypto influencer Ben “Bitboy Crypto” Armstrong in a defamation case. Failed Attempt to Overturn Judgment A U.S. court has ordered entrepreneur and television personality Kevin O’Leary to be

ChainCatcher News, according to Jinshi, the White House in the United States has expressed support for the "Digital Asset Market Transparency Act." The bill aims to enhance transparency and regulation in the digital asset market.

Odaily Planet Daily reports that CoinDesk posted on the X platform that Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse believes there is an 80% chance that the CLARITY Act will be passed before the end of April. Additionally, the probability that the "CLARITY Act will be signed in 2026" on Polymarket is currently reported at 61%.

Stablecoin infrastructure provider BVNK has obtained a crypto asset service provider license from the Malta Financial Services Authority, allowing it to offer EU-regulated digital asset services within Malta and the European Economic Area, further strengthening its role as a compliant settlement bridge between traditional euros and stablecoins.

Victory Fintech has received a crypto license from Hong Kong’s SFC, marking the 12th regulated virtual asset platform in the city. This approval demonstrates Hong Kong's renewed focus on regulatory compliance for digital assets, attracting reputable firms and enhancing investor trust.

GBP stablecoin issuer Agant CEO Andrew MacKenzie stated that the UK's crypto regulation is heading in the right direction, but the pace of progress is insufficient to achieve the goal of becoming a global digital asset hub. He pointed out that legislation may not take effect until 2027 and called for speeding up the regulatory process.

PANews February 17 News, according to Cyvers Alerts monitoring, a trader experienced a poisoning attack about an hour ago, resulting in a loss of approximately $600,000 worth of USDT. When attempting to send funds to 0x77f6ca8E...2E087a346, he mistakenly sent the transaction to a malicious impersonation address 0x77f6A6F6...DFdA8A346, warning users to be vigilant about related risks.

A quiet regulatory document can sometimes carry more weight than a loud market rally. That idea comes into focus after a new filing connected to AAVE appeared at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. The paperwork points to a possible path that could move decentralized finance c

Dutch lawmakers have approved legislation introducing a 36% tax on actual investment returns starting in 2028. The law applies to both realized and unrealized gains, including cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and

Decentralized lending protocol Zerolend announces the suspension of all operations due to decreased market support and rising malicious activities making it unsustainable. Users are advised to withdraw their remaining funds, and ZeroLend will update the smart contract to attempt to recover the affected assets.

Recently, Trezor and Ledger hardware wallet users have received fake physical letters disguised as official communications, asking them to scan a QR code for identity verification. In reality, this is a scam to trick users into revealing their seed phrases and stealing assets. This type of scam highlights the risks of personal data leaks and social engineering attacks. The official sources emphasize that they never ask users to provide seed phrases. Users should stay vigilant to prevent data leaks.

According to a Chainalysis report, crypto transactions related to human trafficking will increase by 85% from 2024 to 2025, with Southeast Asia as the center, especially Cambodia and Myanmar. Criminal groups use stablecoins and privacy coins to carry out online scams and sexual exploitation, with countries like the United States serving as sources of funding. The transparency of blockchain allows law enforcement agencies to effectively track the flow of funds and strengthen monitoring and enforcement actions.

Russian ruble stablecoin issuer A7A5 has grown rapidly under sanctions, with a circulation of up to $90 billion last year, surpassing Tether and Circle, with total transaction volume exceeding $100 billion. Although executives claim full compliance, concerns over sanctions from Western countries continue to grow. A7A5 faces regulatory challenges, cannot operate within Russia, and may face greater compliance pressures in the future.

Chinese authorities have once again intensified their crackdown on virtual currencies, issuing a new notice clarifying that virtual currencies are not legal tender and that related activities constitute illegal financial activities. The issuance of virtual currencies and "real-world asset tokenization" services by domestic and foreign entities is prohibited. Regulatory oversight is further strengthened, with efforts to seek cross-departmental cooperation to prevent risks. Companies are not allowed to register using virtual currency-related terms, and virtual currency "mining" projects are required to be shut down.

_Scammers use fake postal letters and QR codes to trick Trezor and Ledger users into revealing wallet seed phrases._ Crypto phishing attacks are no longer limited to emails and fake ads. Criminals are now sending physical letters to hardware wallet users. Mail looks official and urges quick

Gate News bot message, Fed Governor Christopher Waller states post-election crypto euphoria is fading. Chinese exchanges tighten trading rules amid metals speculation surge. Senators ask Bessent to probe $500M UAE stake in Trump-linked $WLFI.

Russia's cryptocurrency market is booming at $648 million daily, highlighting extensive adoption but limited oversight. New regulations aim to legalize trades, potentially reclaiming $15 billion in fees and enhancing local exchange profits.