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CLARITY Act Push Gains Momentum as Lawmakers Race to Lock in US Crypto Rules
6.6.2026
The CLARITY Act push is gaining momentum as lawmakers seek federal rules for digital asset markets. The proposal has attracted support from congressional leaders, industry organizations, consumer-focused groups, national security veterans, and President Donald Trump. CLARITY Act Push Gains Momentum...
U.S. House tax committee weighs crypto bills, including relief for small transactions
5.6.2026
Seven draft bills are being circulated by the House Ways and Means Committee ahead of a hearing next week, including proposals to ease small-gain, mining and staking burdens
Alsobrooks says Clarity Act needs ethics deal before Senate vote
5.6.2026
The Maryland Democrat says bipartisan crypto legislation is close, but ethics and illicit finance concerns remain unresolved
Crypto Clarity Act in spotlight for bad-actor provisions as Senate process grinds forward
4.6.2026
The industry has been trying to make a case this week the Clarity Act provides law enforcement strong tools to combat illicit finance involving cryptocurrency
OCC chief says Democrats applying sole political pressure in World Liberty charter choice
4.6.2026
The regulator rejected claims he's doing President Trump's bidding during a congressional hearing that also addressed the GENIUS Act stablecoin push
Crypto for Advisors: The crypto due diligence questions you forgot to ask
4.6.2026
As stablecoins, shifting regulation and AI-enabled infrastructure mature, advisors should revisit three questions their crypto due diligence may no longer fully cover
SEC Commissioner Challenges Blockchain Oversight Push That Could Shape Crypto Rules
4.6.2026
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce challenged broad oversight of blockchain infrastructure, arguing securities rules should not automatically reach neutral networks, open-source code, or noncustodial tools. Her remarks framed crypto regulation around control, custody, and discretion. Why the SEC’s...
160 National Security Veterans Back CLARITY Act as Senate Crypto Battle Reaches Critical Stage
4.6.2026
Pressure over the CLARITY Act is rising as 160 former national security, intelligence, and law enforcement professionals back the crypto market structure bill. The Senate faces growing calls to advance rules tying digital asset oversight to national security. Crypto Rules Debate Intensifies...
New DeFi entrant widens field of crypto political campaign funds as elections loom
3.6.2026
The Defend Developers PAC is aiming to contribute to lawmakers who seek to shield crypto developers from legal vulnerabilities
Clarity Act survival depends on the U.S. Senate getting a lot of non-crypto work done
3.6.2026
The dwindling congressional calendar may spur a legislative competition for the crypto market structure bill to win Senate floor time against other priorities
UK's financial watchdog cracks down on Premier League crypto partnerships
3.6.2026
The FCA said unauthorized firms could be breaching rules on financial promotions through high-profile sponsorships deals
Banks' survey says people don't want to rock the boat if stablecoin yield risks lending
3.6.2026
The American Bankers Association, which lobbies against the crypto sector over the Clarity Act's stablecoin section, unveiled its new polling
Nobitex Sanctions Hit Iran’s Largest Crypto Exchange as Compliance Risks Grow
3.6.2026
The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned Nobitex, Iran’s largest digital asset exchange, and three other Iranian crypto platforms on Tuesday, placing a sharper compliance spotlight on crypto flows tied to Iran. 4 Exchanges, 4 Nationals Hit as U.S. Expands Iran Crypto Sanctions Campaign...
SEC Lists Crypto Rules First in New Regulatory Priorities
2.6.2026
The SEC placed digital asset regulation at the forefront of its draft strategic plan, signaling that crypto policy will be a key focus for the agency in the coming years. The proposal calls for a clearer regulatory framework as blockchain-based markets and tokenized financial products continue...
South Africa Rules out Foreign Stablecoins as Payment Tools to Curb Dollarization
2.6.2026
South African financial regulators have clarified that cryptocurrencies and stablecoins are not legal tender. Crypto Still Excluded From Legal Tender Status South African regulators have reiterated that cryptocurrencies and stablecoins are neither money as defined in the country’s National Payments...
This Week in Crypto Law (May 23, 2026)
1.6.2026
Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. The final full week of May offered...
US Senator Warns Clarity Act Delay Could Push Crypto Rules to 2030
1.6.2026
Senator Cynthia Lummis is warning Congress that missing the Clarity Act window could delay major crypto legislation until 2030. She says inaction would leave developers exposed, consumers vulnerable, and law enforcement agencies without stronger tools. Clarity Act Warning Puts Congress on a Crypto...
New Rules for Crypto in Brazil: Central Bank Demands Strict Independent Audits for VASPs
31.5.2026
According to Normative Instruction No. 739, issued on Friday, VASPs will now need to undergo an audit by an approved third-party entity to obtain authorization to operate in Brazil. The requirement adds to an already stringent regulation, making the process of obtaining a license in Brazil more...
MiCA Decoded: Offshore Corporate Structures With MiCA Licensing: What Nobody Thought Possible
30.5.2026
It’s hard to imagine that, with its reputation of strictness, the MiCA regulation would allow for offshore structures. Evidence shows that it’s actually common practice. MiCA Decoded is a 12-article weekly series for Bitcoin.com News, co-authored by LegalBison’s Co-Founding and Managing Directors:...
U.S. regulator says 24/7 trading is great for crypto, may not be fit for other sectors
29.5.2026
As the CFTC issued landmark approvals for crypto perpetual futures contracts, it explained in a related advisory that round-the-clock activity isn't right for all