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The European Parliament commenced crucial debates on the MiCA II framework on December 4th, aiming to extend crypto regulations to decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). This second phase of the landmark legislation seeks to address evolving risks and integrate these novel crypto sectors into the regulatory fold.
Dec 4, 2025The US Treasury Department released a detailed report on November 29, 2025, outlining the systemic risks posed by decentralized finance (DeFi) and suggesting potential regulatory frameworks for the sector.
Nov 29, 2025The European Union's ESMA and EBA published comprehensive guidance on stablecoin regulation under MiCA on November 26, 2025, providing clarity for issuers and impacting the potential digital euro.
Nov 26, 2025The European Parliament initiated crucial debates on the final draft of MiCA 2.0 on November 20, 2025, with discussions centered on extending regulatory frameworks to cover decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
Nov 21, 2025The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published new guidance on November 18, 2025, clarifying regulatory expectations and registration requirements for staking-as-a-service providers.
Nov 18, 2025The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced an enforcement action against the decentralized lending protocol CentraLend on November 15, 2025, alleging the unregistered offering and sale of securities.
Nov 15, 2025The European Banking Authority (EBA) released its draft regulatory technical standards (RTS) and implementing technical standards (ITS) for crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) under MiCA on November 14, 2025, providing crucial clarity for the industry.
Nov 14, 2025Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) has put forth new proposals aimed at implementing stricter Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations on decentralized exchanges (DEXs). This move reflects a global trend towards extending regulatory oversight to the DeFi sector.
Nov 8, 2025The European Parliament has commenced a critical debate on proposed amendments to the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, specifically targeting the complex landscape of decentralized finance (DeFi). This discussion aims to strike a balance between innovation and consumer protection within the EU.
Nov 6, 2025The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released updated guidance this week regarding Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) obligations for Decentralized Finance (DeFi) protocols. Published on October 30th, the guidance clarifies regulatory expectations, sparking debate within the crypto community.
Oct 30, 2025The European Parliament finalized critical implementation guidelines for the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation this week. The new directives, published on October 28th, provide much-needed clarity for stablecoin issuers and other crypto-asset service providers operating within the European Union.
Oct 28, 2025The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly investigating a prominent decentralized exchange (DEX) for alleged unregistered securities offerings and operating as an unregistered exchange, raising concerns across the DeFi sector this week.
Oct 24, 2025The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) published its definitive guidelines for MiCA-compliant stablecoin issuers this week, providing clarity for market participants ahead of the Q1 2026 enforcement date.
Oct 20, 2025A key US Congressional committee convened a hearing this week to examine the evolving landscape of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), focusing on potential risks and the necessity of appropriate regulatory frameworks. Experts from industry and academia testified.
Oct 17, 2025The European Union has published the conclusive regulatory technical standards (RTS) for stablecoins under its landmark MiCA framework this week, providing clarity for issuers and operators. This is a crucial step towards comprehensive crypto regulation.
Oct 14, 2025The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on October 12, 2025, that it has filed a lawsuit against the prominent decentralized finance (DeFi) lending platform, "LendPro Protocol," alleging the operation of an unregistered securities exchange and the offering of unregistered securities. This action underscores the SEC's continued scrutiny of the DeFi sector, sending a clear message to protocols operating without proper regulatory compliance.
Oct 12, 2025The European Commission unveiled a new consultation paper on October 9, 2025, outlining potential amendments to its landmark MiCA framework, specifically targeting enhanced regulation for algorithmic stablecoins and decentralized finance (DeFi). This move signals the EU's proactive approach to address emerging risks in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.
Oct 9, 2025The European Union issued its definitive guidance on stablecoin regulation under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework on October 3, 2025, providing crucial clarity for issuers and market participants.
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