When working with Crypto Regulation, the set of laws, rules, and guidelines that govern digital assets and blockchain activities. Also known as digital asset regulation, it shapes how businesses, investors, and developers operate in the crypto space. Crypto Regulation influences market stability, investor protection, and innovation pace, making it a must‑know area for anyone dealing with tokens or blockchain services.
One of the hottest sub‑topics under this umbrella is Stablecoin, a cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value by pegging to a fiat currency or other asset. Stablecoins fall into two buckets: payment‑grade coins that aim to be used for everyday transactions and investment‑grade coins that serve as a store of value. The U.S. federal framework introduced by the GENIUS Act, the Global Emerging Network for Innovation in Stablecoins Act, establishing a comprehensive oversight regime for payment stablecoins directly targets the payment‑stablecoin segment. This act requires issuers to obtain a charter, maintain reserve transparency, and submit to periodic audits. In practice, the act creates a clear link: Crypto Regulation encompasses stablecoin rules, and stablecoin regulation requires compliance with the GENIUS Act.
The enforcement side is largely driven by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the federal agency responsible for protecting investors and maintaining fair markets. While the SEC focuses on securities‑type tokens, it collaborates with the Treasury and the Financial Crime Enforcement Network to monitor stablecoin issuers for money‑laundering risks. Together, these bodies shape the compliance landscape, influencing everything from reserve management to consumer disclosure. The timeline set by the GENIUS Act aims for full implementation by 2026, giving market participants a clear roadmap. Below, you’ll find a curated list of articles that break down each piece of the puzzle—how the act works, what the SEC looks for, and what the rollout means for both startups and established players. Dive in to see practical advice, real‑world examples, and actionable steps to stay ahead of the evolving regulatory scene.
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Jan
Iran doesn't ban crypto, but it controls every part of it. Learn how the Central Bank monitors transactions, limits stablecoins, forces miners to sell to the state, and why Iranians still trade using VPNs and DAI.
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Jan
OKX restricts access in countries like the U.S., Canada, UK, and Singapore due to local crypto laws. Learn which features are blocked where, how enforcement works, and what alternatives exist in 2026.
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Dec
CBDCs are growing fast, but they won't replace cash or cryptocurrencies. Instead, they'll coexist - cash for privacy, crypto for freedom, and CBDCs for government-backed payments. Here's what's really happening.
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Dec
In 2025, U.S. crypto regulations vary wildly by state. New York demands strict licenses, Wyoming offers legal clarity, and most states are still playing catch-up. Know where you stand.
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Dec
Qatar bans all institutional cryptocurrency activity, blocking banks and financial firms from trading or holding Bitcoin and stablecoins. But it allows tokenized traditional assets under strict regulation. Here's how the rules work in 2025.
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Dec
Colombia doesn't ban cryptocurrency, but it offers no legal protection either. Learn how crypto works in 2025, who uses it, tax rules, and why Me Coin's $60M fraud still matters.
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Dec
Cambodia didn't ban cryptocurrency-it created a strict, two-tiered system to control it. The National Bank of Cambodia now allows only licensed platforms and approved stablecoins, while blocking offshore exchanges like Binance. Here's how the real regulation works in 2025.
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Dec
Russia has built a sophisticated cryptocurrency network using tokens like A7A5 and exchanges like Grinex to bypass Western sanctions, moving billions in digital assets to fund its war effort and evade financial controls.
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Dec
In 2025, African nations face a crisis of financial access: crypto is widely used but banned by banks in Nigeria, Cameroon, and others. South Africa leads with regulation, while most countries struggle with contradictions that hurt everyday people.
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Dec
Learn the full licensing process for crypto exchanges in Pakistan under PVARA in 2025, including eligibility, documentation, compliance rules, and the legal conflict with the State Bank of Pakistan.
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Nov
Mexico's FinTech Law regulates cryptocurrency businesses but not individual users. Learn the 2025 rules for compliance, licensing, and crypto use in Mexico-and what's changing this year.
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Nov
New Brunswick banned new cryptocurrency mining operations from connecting to its power grid in 2023, citing grid strain and rising electricity costs. The moratorium is indefinite and has forced miners to relocate, mainly to Alberta.
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