Regulatory Compliance

The UK is moving quickly to strengthen its position in digital finance as part of its 2026 growth plan. Pound-pegged stablecoins are now the central play in a regulatory push to keep the country competitive as Europe develops new rules. Clear timelines, new testing routes, and pressure from nearby markets are pushing the region toward a more structured stablecoin system.

Poland’s parliament failed on Friday to overturn President Karol Nawrocki’s veto of a bill intended to tighten crypto rules. The outcome blocked Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s plan to expand oversight and left the country without a clear path forward. Lawmakers must now reconsider how to align with EU standards while avoiding heavy pressure on local firms.

Polymarket has entered a new phase of expansion as its US relaunch begins after years away from the domestic market. According to recent reports, the platform is moving quickly to bring waitlisted users into its updated app, starting with sports event contracts. Regulatory clearance arrived earlier this year, opening the door for a compliant return.

European regulators are increasing pressure on cybercrime networks as they target services that conceal the movement of digital funds. A coordinated action supported by Europol has taken down Cryptomixer, a long-running platform used to mask crypto transactions on the clear web and the dark web. Authorities report that the site handled more than a billion euros over the past decade and became a prominent method for laundering illicit proceeds.

FTX’s legal fallout continues to unfold as new testimony sheds light on past plea negotiations and ongoing defense efforts. Recent statements from a former prosecutor, alongside renewed arguments from Sam Bankman-Fried’s legal team, show the wider consequences still rippling through cases tied to the exchange’s 2022 collapse.

Brazil has taken a significant step toward bringing stablecoin activity under its traditional financial system. New regulations issued by the Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) grant stablecoin transactions the same legal treatment as foreign-exchange operations and subject crypto companies to a licensing regime similar to that of banks.

A new European Commission plan to expand the powers of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has stirred debate across the continent. The proposal aims to tighten regulatory consistency across crypto and financial markets. However, critics warn that the move could slow innovation and reduce agility within Europe’s growing fintech sector.

A year after his arrest, Pavel Durov defends Telegram and criticizes French authorities, saying the case has harmed France’s image.

Crypto reserve in Arizona: a bill passed despite criticism from the governor. Discover the details in this article!

The world of crypto is experiencing a new major advancement. Wecan Group and Banque Delubac & Cie announce a revolutionary strategic partnership. This alliance aims to facilitate the adoption of cryptocurrencies by wealth management advisors (WMAs). Banque Delubac, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, is the first French bank registered as a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP).

Wecan continues to evolve and strengthen its ecosystem. In 2024, the partnership with WIZE, a Swiss leader in wealth management software, marks a crucial step in simplifying compliance processes for asset managers and banks. This collaboration illustrates Wecan's commitment to building a digital environment that addresses the contemporary challenges of the financial industry.

The SEC denounces the practices of the crypto industry. Discover the shocking revelations of one of its members, Gurbir Grewal.

A report reveals the plans of the SEC and the EU to regulate the crypto sector in 2024. More details in this article!

ESMA seeks experts' input on the MiCA standard. Open consultation to shape the future of crypto regulation in Europe.

In the context of a case opposing it to the SEC, the crypto exchange Coinbase questions the Howey test. More details!

Crypto regulation remains a subject that is both complex and controversial. The reason for this is that, at the current moment, there is still no clear and harmonized legal framework within the European Union. Indeed, the European Parliament has already adopted the MiCA crypto standard. However, some uncertainties persist. Hence the second consultation launched by ESMA, the European Securities and Markets Authority.

The European Union (EU) is currently preparing for the implementation of the MiCA crypto standards. This law aims to regulate stablecoins. Today, this regulation is sparking debates and concerns regarding its impact on the crypto market, especially on stablecoins.

Between the launch of Wecan Comply V2 and receiving yet another award at the Wealth Briefing Awards, Wecan Group is on the rise. Let's delve into their decision to implement the WECAN token for their products in this interview with Vincent Pignon, CEO and founder of Wecan Group.

Genève, 12 septembre 2023 - Wecan Group, a annoncé avec fierté lors de l'événement Web3Connect, le lancement très attendu de la pré-vente publique de son jeton utilitaire, le WECAN Token, marquant une étape importante dans le parcours de la société et du développement de sa suite de produits.