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For digital asset platforms considering whether their offerings may constitute financial products or debentures, early legal review is essential. Kelman PLLC continues to monitor developments in crypto regulation across jurisdictions and is available to advise clients navigating these evolving legal landscapes. For more information or to schedule a consultation, please contact us. This article originally appeared at Kelman.law.

Understanding the ASIC v Wallet Ventures Decision on Digital Assets

Crypto Week, Indeed! What started as a symbolic label (“Crypto Week”) ended with real legislative firepower. Meanwhile, ethereum seized the spotlight as the market’s narrative driver.

Crypto Week, Indeed!

European authorities are growing concerned about the effect of the rising popularity of stablecoins on their domestic banking and payments systems. Jürgen Schaaf, Advisor to the Senior Management of Market Infrastructure and Payments at the European Central Bank (ECB), warned that an uncontrolled and unregulated adoption of stablecoins could bring growing pains to the Eurozone, potentially disrupting the European Union’s (EU) banking ecosystem.

ECB Advisor: Stablecoins Risk Upending the European Banking System

While the program is pretty similar to the one discontinued in September, they have one key difference. While the former program allowed users to púrchase nucoins directly from Nubank, assigning them a price that caused speculation problems, the new one only issues these tokens as a reward for some actions without the possibility of trading them.

Latam Insights: Brazil to Debate Controversial Crypto Tax; Libra Probe Sparks New Revelations

US Gov Approves Key Digital Asset, XRP Plunges & BNB Rises, and More — Week in Review

Ripple, Circle, Fidelity Among 6 Crypto Giants Racing for US Bank Charter

The GENIUS Act is not a panacea. But it’s a foundational step toward a more coherent digital asset regime in the United States. For stablecoins in particular, the regulatory fog has finally begun to lift. In addition, pursuant to the Act, FinCEN has 3 years to research new blockchain-specific methods. They need to release a report on detecting and reporting illicit activity. The report will include standards for doing so. Staying informed and compliant in this evolving landscape is more critical than ever. Whether you are an investor, entrepreneur, or business involved in cryptocurrency, our team is here. We provide the legal counsel needed to navigate these exciting developments. If you believe we can assist, schedule a consultation here.

Understanding the GENIUS Act: US Stablecoins Revolution

This approval enables CMBI to legally offer cryptocurrency trading, custodial support, and digital asset advisory services within Hong Kong’s tightly regulated framework. Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to becoming a global crypto hub, with a stablecoin issuer licensing regime set to begin Aug. 1. Industry figures highlight that the move reflects Hong Kong’s balancing act between regulatory innovation and China’s crypto restrictions. Officials also confirmed plans to expand the use of tokenized assets across traditional finance.

China Merchants Bank Arm Wins Crypto Licence in Hong Kong

With more than 80 million PAX terminals deployed in over 120 countries, this software-based upgrade could enable seamless crypto checkout at scale. This marks a rare case of crypto payments expanding through existing financial infrastructure. For consumers, it means paying in crypto at a familiar checkout. For merchants, it’s crypto acceptance without the complexity or risk.

PAX and Lunu Pay Enable Crypto Payments at 80 Million Terminals Globally

3IQ’s XRP ETF Shatters $50M Barrier Fast—Is This the Next Crypto Giant in Play? twitter-icon Share quote to Twitter A newly launched XRP ETF in Canada has surged past $50 million in assets within weeks, fueled by zero fees, regulatory clarity, and institutional-grade crypto exposure.

Ripple Custody to Support Dubai Land Department’s Tokenized Real Estate Initiative

The Federal Reserve has not indicated plans to issue a central bank digital currency but lawmakers continue to raise privacy and control concerns. While the legislative roadblock underscores persistent internal divisions, digital asset advocates note that the policy debate has reached a higher level of urgency and visibility. Industry participants remain optimistic that momentum in the Senate and broader institutional interest will drive eventual passage of a national crypto framework.

House Slams Brakes on Crypto Legislation as Trump Eyes US Digital Asset Supremacy

Prior to the latest move, Standard Chartered was already providing digital asset services through its independent subsidiary companies, Zodia Markets and Zodia Custody. Zodia Markets, in particular, offers clients access to trading in more than 70 crypto assets. “As client demand accelerates further, we want to offer clients a route to transact, trade, and manage digital asset risk safely and efficiently within regulatory requirements,” stated Bill Winters, Chief Executive of Standard Chartered. Meanwhile, Standard Chartered’s decision also aligns with a nascent trend among other major financial players. Some U.S. banks, which previously shunned the sector, are reportedly holding internal discussions about expanding their crypto offerings. In June, France’s Societe Generale became the first major bank globally to launch a dollar-pegged stablecoin.

Standard Chartered Opens UK Branch for Institutional Crypto Trading

US Congress Scrutinizes El Salvador's Bitcoin Usage; Brazil Faces 50% Tariffs

Latam Insights: US Congress Scrutinizes El Salvador’s Bitcoin Usage; Brazil Faces 50% Tariffs

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