Crypto
Bitpanda hit with €70,000 fine in Austria’s first MiCA enforcement case
Austrian regulator penalizes Bitpanda for failing to file a white paper 20 days prior to publication and omitting required disclosures in marketing materials under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets rules.
Ireland Proposes New Anti-Money Laundering Standards for Crypto Sector
Ireland outlines new anti-money laundering measures targeting transfers from private crypto wallets and foreign digital asset providers.
Slovenia registers first stablecoin issuer under EU’s MiCA rules
Dinaro becomes the first electronic money institution in Slovenia to join the EU’s MiCA stablecoin register. Two additional crypto asset service providers added to the list.
MoneyGram Ramps integrates Solana for crypto cash conversions
Rift wallet becomes first to enable Solana-to-cash conversions via MoneyGram's global network. Service expands reach for crypto users seeking fiat liquidity.
Public firms tap bitcoin-backed loans for acquisitions, capex
Institutional adoption of bitcoin-backed lending rises as companies secure funding without liquidating holdings, according to Two Prime.
U.S. Expands Iran Crypto Sanctions, Targeting Two Exchanges
The Treasury Department's OFAC has targeted Shelbit and Aban Tether in an ongoing effort to restrict Tehran's access to cryptocurrency and foreign currency.
Russia shuts down nine unregistered crypto exchanges in Moscow
The Federal Security Service closed nine crypto platforms it said were unregistered and used to funnel scam proceeds abroad via Ukrainian call centres.
Crypto’s Institutional Pivot: Why Platforms, Governance, and Niche Licenses Matter
Emerging service platforms like TropixPro, Bitcoin’s governance turmoil, and Bhutan’s new crypto license illustrate how the market is moving from hype to a quest for sustainable legitimacy.