Regulation & Policy

Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpeles has proposed a Bitcoin hard fork to recover 80,000 BTC stolen from the exchange over a decade ago. The hard fork would see the BTC, worth $5 billion and currently held by a single wallet, moved to a new address without the requirement of the original private k

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance on payment stablecoins on February 19, allowing broker-dealers to treat stablecoins with a 2% discount when calculating net capital, thereby giving them a legitimate status in capital calculations. This adjustment helps to integrate stablecoins into the mainstream financial system and promotes digital asset trading and services. Peirce's statement and the GENIUS Act could potentially change the market landscape, although federal and state frictions still exist. Nonetheless, this move paves the way for regulatory integration of stablecoins.

Platform X updated its "Paid Partnership Policy" on March 1st, which includes cryptocurrency in the list of prohibited promotions, and this is not a new regulation. The policy changes include adjustments to disclosure requirements and reporting channels, as well as the addition of new exception clauses.

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, a bill to criminalize crypto-linked foreign currency tax evasion surges in Brazil, El Salvador finalizes its Bitcoin Diploma 2.0 educational program, and Engie mulls

Chainalysis links transaction spikes to protests, sanctions, and the 2025 Iran–Israel war. Citizens increased Bitcoin withdrawals during unrest as inflation hit 40–50% and the rial weakened. Addresses tied to the IRGC and central bank moved billions in crypto, including over $507M in

Minnesota lawmakers have introduced a bill to ban cryptocurrency ATMs entirely, calling them scam devices that particularly harm the elderly. This move is one of the strictest regulations against such devices in the United States, aiming to abolish the existing regulatory framework, which requires approval from the state legislature.

Odaily Planet Daily reports that according to the updated paid cooperation policy on the X platform, financial products, services, or opportunities (including loans, investment services, cryptocurrencies, buy now pay later services, and other finance-related content) are categorized as industries prohibited from paid cooperation promotion. Additionally, the policy requires all paid cooperation content to clearly indicate its commercial nature in the post, such as "Advertisement" or "Promotional Content," and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Users who violate this policy may face penalties such as removal of posts or account suspension.

A recent report by Elliptic reveals that five cryptocurrency exchanges linked to Russia are helping sanctioned entities evade international restrictions. Bitpapa is officially sanctioned, while others like ABCeX and Exmo facilitate significant transaction volumes, highlighting enforcement gaps.

The Chair of the UK's National Security Strategy Committee urged a temporary ban on political donations via cryptocurrency, citing increased foreign interference risks in elections. The recommendation includes stricter verification measures and a unified policing approach.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is pushing regulators to block Trump-linked World Liberty Financial's bank charter over concerns about foreign ownership and potential corruption, demanding full disclosure of major stakeholders amidst rising tensions in crypto oversight.

Tether froze 4.2 billion USDt in three years as regulators increased scrutiny on crypto crime. USDt supply fell by $2.7 billion in two months marking the sharpest drop since 2022. Authorities relied on Tether to blacklist wallets and restrict funds linked to fraud. Stablecoin issuer Teth

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance on payment stablecoins on February 19, allowing broker-dealers to treat stablecoins with a 2% discount when calculating net capital, thereby giving them a legitimate status in capital calculations. This adjustment helps to integrate stablecoins into the mainstream financial system and promotes digital asset trading and services. Peirce's statement and the GENIUS Act could potentially change the market landscape, although federal and state frictions still exist. Nonetheless, this move paves the way for regulatory integration of stablecoins.

David Sacks calls for cooperation between the crypto industry and banks, highlighting existing tensions over stablecoin yield programs. He urges banks to compromise as crypto firms have already made adjustments. Ongoing negotiations may lead to a unified financial system.

Mark Karpelès, the former CEO of the crypto exchange that filed for bankruptcy, Mt. Gox, has just announced a proposal to execute a hard fork of Bitcoin to recover approximately 79,956 BTC — worth over $5.2 billion at current prices — from a "sleeping" address linked to the exchange's 2011 hack. The proposal is to...

Minnesota is facing issues with scam cryptocurrency vending machines, and law enforcement agencies recommend legislation to ban these devices, while crypto industry stakeholders advocate for increased regulation. The scam machines particularly target low-income seniors, resulting in severe losses for many victims. Although relevant laws have been enacted, their effectiveness is limited, and there are differing opinions among parties on how to prevent scams.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins criticized former Chairman Gary Gensler for not adapting to crypto innovation, leading to the United States falling behind in global regulation. He proposed three major policy shifts, including withdrawing lawsuits against crypto institutions, establishing a dedicated crypto task force, and promoting a blockchain upgrade plan. Atkins announced that he will continue to push for the approval of tokenized financial products in the future.

The UK gambling regulatory authority is evaluating the possibility of allowing betting with cryptocurrencies to ensure fund security and consumer protection. This move complements the Financial Conduct Authority's digital asset framework, which plans to establish relevant rules by 2026 and implement them by the end of 2027. If successful, it could become an important pilot for the integration of cryptocurrencies and the gambling industry.

U.S. bipartisan lawmakers recently introduced the "Promoting Blockchain Development and Innovation Act," aimed at clarifying the legal responsibilities of blockchain developers and preventing misclassification as remittance institutions. The bill focuses on amending Section 1960 and proposes providing legal immunity for open-source software developers to address industry concerns over regulatory ambiguity. The bill has garnered broad support and could reshape the U.S. cryptocurrency regulatory framework.