Why Morgan Stanley says Bitcoin on US bank balance sheets is coming but not yet

Morgan Stanley head of digital asset strategy Amy Oldenburg said at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas that Bitcoin on US bank balance sheets is “not totally out of the question,” citing 16 months of regulatory progress while warning… дальше »

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Finland’s iGaming Market Is Opening Up – A Major Shift for Europe’s Gambling Industry

Finland is preparing for one of the most significant regulatory shifts in European iGaming. Finland’s parliament has approved the new online gambling bill, abandoning the country’s long-standing state monopoly and introducing a competitive licensing model. дальше »

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Morgan Stanley advises 2%–4% Bitcoin exposure as demand grows

Morgan Stanley advises 2%–4% Bitcoin exposure as MSBT demand grows, while bank balance sheet adoption faces regulatory hurdles. дальше »

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Senate Clarity Act Breakthrough Lifts Crypto Outlook as Pepeto Leads Best Crypto to Buy Now

The best crypto to buy now is taking shape against a backdrop of real regulatory progress after the Senate released its Clarity Act compromise text on May 2, clearing the path for a Banking Committee markup according to CoinDesk. дальше »

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CLARITY Act expected to reach President’s desk this summer, says Tim Scott

The CLARITY Act's progress could enhance regulatory certainty, potentially stabilizing digital asset markets and boosting investor confidence. The post CLARITY Act expected to reach President’s desk this summer, says Tim Scott appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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North Korea’s Lazarus Group hacks $635M from crypto protocols in April

The hacks underscore vulnerabilities in DeFi, potentially prompting regulatory scrutiny and impacting investor confidence in crypto markets. The post North Korea’s Lazarus Group hacks $635M from crypto protocols in April appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Ethereum News: Bitmine Adds $294M More ETH Ahead of May Clarity Act Markup as Pepeto Presale Crosses $9.6M With Tier 1 Listings Approaching

Ethereum news of the cycle landed today as DLNews reported that Bitmine Immersion Technologies added $294 million in fresh Ether to its treasury ahead of the Senate’s May Clarity Act markup, lifting total holdings past $12 billion and showing that smart institutional capital is accumulating directly into regulatory clarity. дальше »

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Meta pays Facebook creators in USDC four years after Libra collapsed

Meta has begun paying select creators in USDC stablecoin on Solana and Polygon via Stripe, marking Facebook’s first crypto payout program four years after the company shut down its Libra project under regulatory pressure. Meta USDC creator payouts went live… дальше »

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WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) jumps above $57, just 10% below ATH: check forecast

WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) has pushed back into the spotlight after climbing above the $57 level, placing it just about 10% below its all-time high of $64. 11. The move comes amid a period of unusual strength for the token, with price action showing clear independence from the broader crypto market, supported by both regulatory developments and strong trading activity. дальше »

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Real Finance, Wiener Privatbank partner to build regulated blockchain framework

Real Finance has announced a strategic partnership with Wiener Privatbank to develop a regulated institutional framework for participation in blockchain-based financial markets. The collaboration aims to connect traditional banking infrastructure with the REAL blockchain, allowing institutional clients to access on-chain financial products within a structure aligned with European regulatory standards. дальше »

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South Korea’s Hashed secures ADGM license to enter Middle East crypto market

South Korea-based crypto venture firm Hashed has secured regulatory approval to operate from Abu Dhabi Global Market, expanding its presence into the Middle East’s regulated financial zone. According to a company announcement, Hashed’s group entity, Hashed Global Management Limited, has… дальше »

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Polymarket Eyes US Return as CFTC Weighs Regulatory Fit of Offshore Platform

Polymarket, one of the leading prediction market platforms worldwide, has been in discussions with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to reopen U. S. customer access to its primary offshore exchange, according to a new report from Bloomberg. дальше »

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Israeli Regulators Approve Shekel Stablecoin in Notable Regulatory Signal

Israel Approves Shekel-Pegged Stablecoin in Regulatory Signal

The post Israeli Regulators Approve Shekel Stablecoin in Notable Regulatory Signal appeared first on Coinspeaker.

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XRP's True Home in 2026: Is Europe Outpacing US? Ripple's UK CEO Craddock Challenges Vegas Narrative

While Vegas celebrates, Ripple's UK CEO explains why Europe's operational maturity is outpacing the US regulatory gridlock in the XRP race. дальше »

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Luxembourg-licensed Banking Circle expands into fiat-to-stablecoin settlement

Banking Circle has rolled out institutional stablecoin settlement services after securing regulatory approval in Luxembourg. According to a Monday announcement from the Luxembourg-based bank, the expansion follows its April 15 registration as a Crypto Asset Service Provider with the country’s… дальше »

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US Banks Have Only 4 Days Left to Shape GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules at OCC

The OCC closes its GENIUS Act stablecoin comment window May 1, ending 18 months of regulatory uncertainty for issuers. The post US Banks Have Only 4 Days Left to Shape GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules at OCC appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Dogecoin (DOGE) Gets a Major Regulatory Boost – Here’s What It Means for the Price

The DOGE price just got a massive regulatory boost. The SEC and CFTC have officially classified Dogecoin as a digital commodity under their new crypto classification framework. That places DOGE in the same regulatory bucket as Bitcoin. дальше »

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CME Beats Q1 Estimates as Record Volume Offsets Uncertain Prediction Markets Outlook

CME Group beat Q1 estimates on record volume and data demand with a reported ~215M prediction market contracts traded since early Dec. launch. The next growth phase hinges on how U. S. courts shape the regulatory framework. дальше »

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Tether freezes $344M in USDT tied to sanctions evasion, pig-butchering scams

Tether froze over $344M in USDT tied to sanctions evasion and pig-butchering scams, underscoring stablecoins’ role as both crime rails and regulatory choke points. Tether has frozen more than $344 million in USDT in collaboration with the U.S. Treasury’s Office… дальше »

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American Bankers Association pushes for more time on Genius Act feedback

The American Bankers Association has called for more time on stablecoin rulemaking tied to the GENIUS Act, citing gaps in regulatory coordination. The American Bankers Association, in a letter sent Tuesday, urged the U. дальше »

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BeInCrypto Institutional Research: 15 Companies Behind Digital Asset Compliance

The $3 trillion crypto industry’s compliance infrastructure runs on a small group of RegTech firms. From blockchain analytics and travel rule networks to KYC, sanctions screening, and government intelligence, these companies allow institutions to operate in digital assets under regulatory scrutiny. дальше »

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Crypto firms prepare to launch US perpetual futures before rule change

Global cryptocurrency exchanges are accelerating efforts to enter the US market for perpetual futures, anticipating a regulatory shift by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission that could allow trading of the high-risk derivatives product. дальше »

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Startale Labs Joins Hub71 in Abu Dhabi to Scale Soneium and Stablecoin Ecosystem

Startale partners with Hub71 in Abu Dhabi to scale Soneium and introduce stablecoins, using the regulatory framework to drive worldwide Web3 buildup in the UAE. дальше »

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Ripple Proclaims New Institutional Era for XRP

Institutional adoption of XRP has entered a new phase, as a wave of spot XRP ETFs and sustained inflows signal growing demand from major financial players following regulatory clarity. дальше »

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Schwab opens Bitcoin, Ethereum trading to 46M clients with $11.8T in assets

Schwab's crypto trading could drive gradual adoption, influencing client allocation and prompting regulatory and competitive responses. The post Schwab opens Bitcoin, Ethereum trading to 46M clients with $11.8T in assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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$760M Brent crude short trade precedes Strait of Hormuz de-escalation news

The trade's timing suggests potential insider knowledge, raising regulatory concerns and impacting market confidence amid geopolitical tensions. The post $760M Brent crude short trade precedes Strait of Hormuz de-escalation news appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Major EU Country Faces Crypto Regulation Roadblock

Poland's digital asset market faces prolonged regulatory uncertainty after parliament failed to override President Karol Nawrocki’s veto of a critical cryptocurrency regulation bill. дальше »

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The 15 Lawyers and Firms Fighting Crypto’s Biggest Legal Battles

Every major regulatory victory, landmark court ruling, and every piece of legislation that shaped the crypto industry has a lawyer behind it. They’re a big driver behind the mainstream acceptance of digital assets. дальше »

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NEA explores use of artificial intelligence in nuclear regulation

The NEA Working Group on New Technologies convened a workshop on March 25–26, focusing on how artificial intelligence can be applied to regulatory oversight and internal operations within nuclear authorities. дальше »

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South Korea to trial tokenized bank deposits for government operational spending

South Korea is moving toward a more transparent public ledger by testing tokenized deposits for day-to-day government spending in a new regulatory sandbox trial. According to the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF), the government has selected a pilot project… дальше »

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XRP Ledger Gets Zero-Knowledge Proofs for Private Institutional DeFi

XRPL Commons and Boundless have unveiled a new integration that brings zero-knowledge (ZK) proof technology to the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Announced on April 14, 2026, at XRPL Zone Paris, the initiative targets institutional users who need to execute confidential transactions without sacrificing auditability or regulatory compliance What the ZK Proof Integration Enables on XRP Ledger The post XRP Ledger Gets Zero-Knowledge Proofs for Private Institutional DeFi appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Stablecoin News: JPMorgan CFO Calls Yield Products Regulatory Arbitrage

The stablecoin news out of JPMorgan’s Q1 2026 earnings call Tuesday landed directly in the middle of the CLARITY Act negotiations when CFO Jeremy Barnum warned that yield-bearing stablecoins risk becoming a tool for regulatory arbitrage unless they are held… дальше »

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Coinbase stock jumps on crypto rally, Clarity Act hopes boost outlook

Shares of Coinbase Global Inc. moved higher on Tuesday, supported by a broad rally in cryptocurrency markets and renewed optimism around US regulatory clarity. The stock rose over 6. 5% during the session, with momentum building as digital assets surged. дальше »

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Why Kaspa (KAS) Could Win Big Under the CLARITY Act: Analyst

Regulatory pressure around crypto took a new turn after the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act of 2025 moved through the U. S. House with a strong 294 to 134 vote. That development has pushed analysts to rethink which networks could survive stricter oversight. дальше »

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Nigel Farage faces potential FCA probe over links to Bitcoin treasury firm

Nigel Farage is facing calls for a formal regulatory probe into his financial involvement with the cryptocurrency firm Stack BTC following his appearance in the company’s promotional content. The Liberal Democrats sent a letter to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)… дальше »

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Crypto market splits as RaveDAO soars 200% while Polkadot, Zcash slide

RaveDAO jumps over 200% while Polkadot, Zcash and Dash slide, underscoring how idiosyncratic token stories now dominate a crypto market still digesting macro shocks and regulatory risk. RaveDAO (RAVE) is the standout mover in today’s crypto session, jumping 207.51% over… дальше »

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Lummis on Major Crypto Bill: 'This Is Our Last Chance'

Senator Cynthia Lummis has warned Congress that failing to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act now could freeze regulatory progress until 2030. дальше »

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XRP Gets Long-Awaited Timeline for Regulatory Clarity in Japan, $343 Million Flow into Bitcoin via ETF as BTC Price Stabilizes Above $70,000, Binance CEO Delivers Security Lifehack Useful for 2026: Morning Crypto Report

Japan sets a regulatory timeline for XRP and the rest of the crypto market, $343 million flows into Bitcoin ETFs as BTC holds $70,000 and Binance CEO reveals the 2026 security hack to end phishing. дальше »

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Here’s Where HBAR Price Could Go If Hedera’s Developer Era Takes Off

Hedera (HBAR) story right now is a mix of growing enterprise adoption and regulatory momentum, though its price hasn’t fully reflected the progress yet. SWIFT completed testing on HBAR, confirming Hedera’s integration with the new ISO 20022 messaging standard. дальше »

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OKX Ventures and HashKey Capital Back Vietnam Crypto Exchange, CAEX

OKX Ventures and HashKey invest in Vietnam’s CAEX for compliant crypto expansion with infrastructure, liquidity, and regulatory alignment in a growing market. дальше »

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Crypto Market Update: Wall Street Is Now Warning That the 2026 Midterm Elections Could Kill the Biggest US Crypto Law in Years

The crypto market’s most significant regulatory variable may not be a Senate committee vote but the November 3 midterm elections, with TD Cowen, TD Securities, and multiple legal analysts warning that the CLARITY Act could slip off the congressional calendar… дальше »

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Crypto Law Update: New York Prosecutors Want to Make Running Crypto Without a License a Criminal Offense

A new crypto law introduced by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and New York State Senator Zellnor Myrie would convert unlicensed virtual currency operations from a civil regulatory issue into a criminal offense, carrying up to 15 years in prison… дальше »

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Is BlockDAG the Next $1 Breakout? Massive Exchange Listings Set to Leave XRP and TAO in the Dust by Q4!

Explore how BlockDAG eyes $1 by the end of 2026 as it hits exchanges like LBank and XT.com, while XRP battles regulatory hurdles and Bittensor pushes AI-powered blockchain limits. дальше »

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XRP News: XRP Price Forecasted at $5 following Regulatory Victory while AlphaPepe Sprints toward $1M on Whale Demand

The CLARITY Act is the closest it has ever been to becoming law. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expects it signed by end of May. The Senate Banking Committee markup is targeting late April. MEXC confirmed the XRP community projects a conservative move toward the $4 to $5 range as the post-regulatory-victory destination with more aggressive […] The post XRP News: XRP Price Forecasted at $5 following Regulatory Victory while AlphaPepe Sprints toward $1M on Whale Demand appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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VARA clarifies token issuance framework for virtual assets in Dubai

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has published a detailed guidance document detailing how token issuers should operate. Rather than introducing new legislation, the document interprets VARA’s existing Virtual Asset Issuance Rulebook, offering clearer direction on how different types of tokens… дальше »

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Ripple Unveils Rapid Crypto Expansion in Africa Amid 52% On-chain Surge

Ripple joins Africa in its crypto regulatory push as on-chain activity in the region sees a rapid increase of over 52% despite broader uncertainties. дальше »

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SEC crypo safe harbor framework reaches White House

Progress on a potential crypto safe harbor framework is now entering a key regulatory phase as it is up for White review. US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins said the agency’s proposed “Regulation Crypto Assets” package has been… дальше »

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SEC’s crypto safe harbor proposal moves to White House review stage

The proposal's review could accelerate regulatory clarity, fostering innovation and investment in the crypto sector while ensuring compliance. The post SEC’s crypto safe harbor proposal moves to White House review stage appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Tushar Jain: Institutional interest in crypto remains strong during downturns, regulatory yield negotiations are crucial, and token projects face a four-year window to decentralize | Bell Curve

Regulatory shifts could redefine token classifications, impacting investor confidence and the future of crypto projects. The post Tushar Jain: Institutional interest in crypto remains strong during downturns, regulatory yield negotiations are crucial, and token projects face a four-year window to decentralize | Bell Curve appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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FIFA Names ADI Predictstreet as World Cup 2026 Prediction Market Partner

FIFA's prediction market partner's platform remains in pre-launch mode as availability and regulatory questions persist, and World Cup markets take shape across CFTC-regulated platforms in the US. дальше »

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