News with the tag "Policy"

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is tightening custody standards for licensed crypto exchanges following a regulatory review that identified weaknesses in cyber defenses.

India has established a Bitcoin Policy Research Institute to study blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, aiming to inform policy decisions, promote fiscal sovereignty, and drive Bitcoin adoption while mitigating risks.

U.S. crypto and fintech executives are challenging bank data fees under the Trump administration, advocating for free customer data access to foster innovation and Open Banking.

Wall Street bankers and consumer advocates are calling for revisions to the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin law, arguing it bypasses state licensing and oversight, with broader crypto market regulation still pending.

Google has introduced a new AI-powered search tool for flight deals, enhancing travel planning for flexible travelers, while facing increased antitrust scrutiny over its market dominance in travel discovery.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggests a cautious start to Federal Reserve rate cuts with a potential acceleration, highlighting implications for the economy and markets.

South Korea's restrictions on the internationalization of the Won and its onshore-only policy for stablecoins could limit their utility and adoption.

South Korea is advancing pro-business crypto reforms, including plans to build a digital asset ecosystem and develop the domestic crypto market, though the dissolution of the Financial Services Commission (FSC) remains unresolved.

Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic projects a single Fed rate cut in 2025, emphasizing a cautious, data-dependent approach to monetary policy, contingent on a stable labor market.

Former President Donald Trump is set to announce his pick for the next Federal Reserve Chair, a decision that could significantly influence monetary policy and the cryptocurrency market.