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13.01.2026

New KYC Rules in India: Crypto Exchanges Tighten Scrutiny

India's Financial Intelligence Unit is tightening KYC and AML regulations for crypto exchanges: users are required to undergo real-time selfie verification, verify bank accounts, and provide geolocation data. The new measures are aimed at combating money laundering, deepfakes, and tax evasion in the crypto market.

09.01.2026

Cryptocurrency Licensing in the UK: New Rules and Deadlines

The UK is introducing a comprehensive regulatory regime for the crypto market. Find out when the FCA opens for applications, who is affected by the new requirements, and how crypto exchanges and services will be licensed.

04.01.2026

Global Implementation of the CARF Standard: New Requirements for Crypto Services

The OECD's international CARF standard introduces mandatory tax reporting for cryptocurrencies. Find out which countries are participating, who is affected by the new requirements, and when data exchange will begin.

30.12.2025

Binance has restricted withdrawals to Visa and MasterCard cards for users in Ukraine

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has suspended withdrawals to Visa and MasterCard cards for users in Ukraine, disabled Recurring Buy, and explained the changes by citing the closure of its Bifinity service due to regulation.

25.12.2025

Lithuania tightens requirements for cryptocurrency providers

The Bank of Lithuania has warned cryptocurrency companies to obtain a license under the MiCA regulation by December 31. Unlicensed exchange and crypto wallet operators face fines, website blocking, and criminal liability.

21.12.2025

Visa has launched intra-bank settlements in USDC stablecoin in the US.

Visa has launched intra-bank settlements in the dollar stablecoin USDC in the US, connecting partner banks and expanding the use of blockchain payments.

17.12.2025

MetaMask Adds Bitcoin Support and Expands Multi-Chain Ecosystem

MetaMask has added Bitcoin support, allowing users to buy, exchange, and send BTC directly from their wallet, expanding its multi-chain ecosystem.

14.12.2025

Euro-stablecoin market capitalization exceeds $1 billion

The market capitalization of euro-denominated stablecoins has surpassed $1 billion, growing by more than 100% in 2025 amid the launch of the MiCA regulation and the departure of USDT from the EU market.

09.12.2025

The Bank of Russia is preparing a new approach to regulating crypto exchanges.

The Central Bank of Russia is discussing classifying crypto exchanges as a separate category and licensing them. The regulator plans to introduce uniform rules for digital asset trading, strengthen oversight of illegal transactions, and define the conditions for investor access to cryptocurrencies.

05.12.2025