#Financial Regulation

Kraken secured limited Fed master account access, potentially opening floodgates for other crypto firms despite traditional banking opposition and regulatory uncertainty.

As China bans crypto, Hong Kong doubles down with new regulations and stablecoin licenses. Why this divergence matters for global finance and what it means for traditional institutions entering blockchain.

Trump administration appoints cryptocurrency exchange and online gambling company executives to key CFTC advisory committee, raising concerns about regulatory capture and conflicts of interest in financial oversight.

Hong Kong's monetary authority will grant first stablecoin issuer licenses in March with strict criteria on risk management and AML controls. Only very few applications expected to be approved initially.

Indonesia's financial regulator chief and stock exchange CEO resign after market turmoil. Can leadership changes restore foreign investor confidence in Southeast Asia's largest economy?

Nomura's digital arm applies for U.S. national trust bank license to offer institutional crypto services under federal supervision, joining Ripple and Circle.

President Trump reveals direct talks with credit card companies. Learn how the potential Trump credit card interest rate cap could affect your wallet.

Wall Street banks are maneuvering to shape President Trump's affordability agenda, focusing on market-friendly housing and credit policies for 2026.

Elliptic has traced over $500 million in USDT tied to the Central Bank of Iran. Learn how stablecoins are being used for Iran Central Bank USDT sanctions evasion and what it means for global finance.

Explore the turbulent year of the CFPB in 2026 as the Trump administration attempts to dismantle the agency through 84% layoffs and funding cuts.

New crypto futures contracts in micro and standard sizes are set for a launch on February 9, 2026. Learn how these new instruments will impact market liquidity and trading strategies.

HKEX is easing listing rules to attract more IPOs, but experts warn of increased risks for investors. Analysis of the 2026 Hong Kong market landscape.