Category: crypto

T3 FCU, supported by TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs, has been praised by FATF for freezing $300m in illicit blockchain assets and monitoring $3b+ in volume. Launched in 2024, the unit is a leading example of public-private collaboration in combating criminal activity in real time, with rapid response capabilities.

India’s Financial Intelligence Unit has classified all virtual asset providers as reporting entities under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, mandating strict KYC, record-keeping, and banning privacy tools and mixers. Non-compliant platforms face fines and criminal liability, with the FIU already imposing penalties totaling 28 crore rupees.

Dubai’s DFSA bans privacy tokens like Monero and Zcash in the DIFC, redefines stablecoins as fiat-backed, and shifts token approvals to firms. The move aligns with global trends tightening regulations on privacy coins and algorithmic stablecoins. Firms will now be responsible for vetting and listing tokens, emphasizing traceability and compliance.

ETFs are experiencing a surge in inflows, with $46 billion entering in the first six days of 2026, reshaping the investment landscape. Gold, silver, and XRP ETFs are surging, indicating a shift in how investors are managing risk. This trend, along with record momentum in 2025, suggests a structural change in portfolio construction towards low-cost,…

X has introduced Smart Cashtags to clarify financial and cryptocurrency discussions on the platform. This comes as the EU probes algorithms, bots flood crypto posts, and Musk promises open-sourced ranking code. The feature links tickers to specific tokens and contracts, providing real-time charts and curated asset pages for users.

Cato’s report reveals that most U.S. debanking is government-driven, not politically or religiously biased. Cryptocurrency firms are disproportionately affected, facing account closures due to regulatory pressure. The report urges Congress to reform banking laws to prevent government pressure on banks. Public records show government interventions influencing bank decisions.

Ethereum remains above $3k after breaking a descending channel, with on-chain activity and rising active addresses supporting a bullish medium-term outlook. Technical analysis shows consolidation below major resistance levels, with potential for higher targets if resistance is breached. Increasing active addresses indicate improving network demand, aligning with past price rallies.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes that tokenized stocks can revolutionize global markets by allowing 24-hour trading, fractional ownership, and real-time settlement. Critics raise concerns about enforcement mechanisms, regulatory gaps, and risks associated with non-issuer tokens. Despite mixed views, the value of tokenized equity transfers has increased to $2.46 billion. Armstrong plans to develop an all-in-one…

Christopher Goes, co-founder of Anoma, warns that the Cosmos ecosystem is in decline and close to collapse. Projects like Penumbra, Osmosis, and Noble are shutting down, entering maintenance, or leaving entirely. Goes cites high costs, specialized infrastructure, and capital concentration as reasons for the ecosystem’s shrinking sustainability and fading innovation.

India’s Financial Intelligence Unit is implementing stricter know-your-customer rules for cryptocurrency users during onboarding. New requirements include live selfie KYC with geolocation and IP tracking, updated KYC every 6 or 12 months based on user risk, and restrictions on privacy-enhancing tools and ICOs/ITOs. The move follows security incidents at major Indian exchanges.