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U.S. regulators are cracking down on crypto ATMs due to a rise in fraud cases, with new state-level regulations and a potential federal bill aiming to enhance consumer protection and digital asset security.
The SEC, under Chairman Paul Atkins, believes it has the existing authority to regulate blockchain and digital assets without waiting for new legislation from Congress, aiming to provide faster regulatory clarity while facing industry challenges.
SEC Chair Paul Atkins will discuss Project Crypto on August 15, an initiative aimed at modernizing U.S. securities systems to integrate digital assets into mainstream finance and position the U.S. as a leader in cryptocurrency innovation.
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.
Crypto scammers have stolen significant amounts through address poisoning and malicious signature requests, with the FBI warning about fraudulent crypto recovery law firms and rising crypto-related crime.
The DeFi Education Fund has launched a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation to educate lawmakers, support blockchain developers, and promote sound DeFi policy, while enabling tax-efficient crypto donations.
The SEC has delayed its decision on Solana ETF proposals from Bitwise, 21Shares, Canary Funds, and Marinade Finance until October 16, 2025, to allow more time for review, with analysts optimistic about eventual approval.
Turkish crypto exchange Btc Turk confirmed a security incident involving $48 million in digital assets but assured users that their funds were not impacted.
The U.S. SEC's Project Crypto aims to establish the United States as the global cryptocurrency capital through regulatory advancements and strategic initiatives.
Dinari has launched a dedicated layer-1 blockchain designed for tokenized securities, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional finance and blockchain technology while ensuring regulatory compliance and security.