Regulation

SEC Chair Paul Atkins proposed a limited innovation pathway for on-chain trading systems during a May 8 speech. The approach draws from the agency's 1990s handling of electronic markets and aims to provide conditional access before permanent rules are set.

May 09, 2026 Reported by AI

Two industry leaders urged regulators to treat sports betting as a financial instrument rather than gambling during a panel at Consensus Miami 2026. Novig CEO Jacob Fortinsky outlined plans to expand nationwide under a federal framework this summer. Adam Mastrelli of 57 Maiden shared his experience of being banned from major sportsbooks for successful betting.

The Financial Services Authority has restructured Rp17.4 trillion in credit for around 279,000 customer accounts hit by disasters in three Sumatra provinces as of March 2026.

May 06, 2026 Reported by AI

The stablecoin industry is pushing back against the Bank of England's proposed ban on unhosted wallets. Industry observers warn that restricting such wallets could limit key applications like remittances.

A new CoinDesk survey reveals that 62% of U.S. voters do not trust President Donald Trump's administration to oversee the cryptocurrency sector. The poll, conducted last week among 1,000 registered voters, also highlights widespread opposition to government officials holding personal stakes in crypto. Findings underscore low public enthusiasm for digital assets ahead of the 2026 midterms.

May 03, 2026 Reported by AI

Consensus 2026, a major cryptocurrency conference, starts Tuesday in Miami. Organizers have highlighted a series of policy-focused sessions featuring lawmakers, regulators, and industry executives. The event includes a full-day Policy Summit on Thursday addressing key regulatory issues.