Crypto Regulation & Policy Insights

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Can the Government Seize Your Crypto? What Self-Custody Actually Protects
20 Jul, 2026 Regulation
Can the Government Seize Your Crypto? What Self-Custody Actually Protects
The government can seize crypto held on exchanges with a court order. Self-custody raises the bar significantly. Learn how each custody method changes your seizure risk in 2026.
Max
By Max / 14 mins
The CLARITY Act Explained: Stablecoins, ETH, and DeFi Rules
13 Jul, 2026 Regulation
The CLARITY Act Explained: Stablecoins, ETH, and DeFi Rules
The CLARITY Act cleared Senate committee. Learn how it splits CFTC-SEC authority, regulates USDC, and shapes DeFi rules for ETH holders.
Paul
By Paul / 11 mins
Crypto Regulation and Taxes in Germany
07 Jul, 2026 Regulation
Crypto Regulation and Taxes in Germany
Germany enforces MiCA through BaFin as of July 1 2026. Learn which crypto activities require CASP authorization, how EU passporting works, and what the DeFi grey area means.
Kate
By Kate / 11 mins
Trump's Crypto Executive Orders Explained
07 Jul, 2026 Regulation
Trump's Crypto Executive Orders Explained
Trump signed three crypto executive orders between January 2025 and May 2026. Learn what each one directed, what the CBDC ban means, and how EO 14405 affects payment access.
Connor
By Connor / 9 mins
Crypto Regulation in 2026: How the US, EU, and UK Frameworks Compare
06 Jul, 2026 Regulation
Crypto Regulation in 2026: How the US, EU, and UK Frameworks Compare
MiCA's deadline was July 1 2026. The SEC and CFTC published joint guidance in March 2026. The FCA finalized its rulebook. Learn what each framework requires and who it covers.
Kate
By Kate / 11 mins
President's Working Group on Digital Assets: What the GENIUS Act Changed
05 Jul, 2026 Regulation
President's Working Group on Digital Assets: What the GENIUS Act Changed
Trump's Working Group released six crypto policy recommendations in July 2025. Learn what each one means, what the GENIUS Act changed, and how the approach differs from Biden.
Connor
By Connor / 9 mins
Crypto in the Philippines: Legal Status, Taxes, and Regulated Exchanges
05 Jul, 2026 Regulation
Crypto in the Philippines: Legal Status, Taxes, and Regulated Exchanges
Crypto is legal in the Philippines but regulated by both BSP and SEC. Learn which exchanges are licensed, how capital gains tax applies, and how to buy crypto safely in 2026.
Kate
By Kate / 11 mins
Crypto in Alaska: Laws, Taxes and Mining Rules
01 Jul, 2026 Regulation
Crypto in Alaska: Laws, Taxes and Mining Rules
Alaska has no state income tax on crypto gains and a clear licensing framework. Learn which exchanges work there, what SB86 changes, and the new 2026 crypto ATM rules.
Kate
By Kate / 11 mins
The SEC Crypto Task Force: What It Is, What It's Done, and What Comes Next
29 Jun, 2026 Regulation
The SEC Crypto Task Force: What It Is, What It's Done, and What Comes Next
The SEC Crypto Task Force replaced enforcement-first regulation with a written rulebook. Learn what it has actually produced in 2026, and how it compares to the CFTC's body.
Connor
By Connor / 7 mins
Ethereum ETFs Explained: How They Work and How to Buy
17 Jun, 2026 Regulation
Ethereum ETFs Explained: How They Work and How to Buy
Spot Ethereum ETFs launched in 2024. Staking-enabled products arrived in 2026. Learn how they work, how ETHA, ETHB, and FETH compare, and how to buy through a brokerage account.
Kate
By Kate / 12 mins
Crypto in Malaysia: Complete Guide for 2026
11 Jun, 2026 Regulation
Crypto in Malaysia: Complete Guide for 2026
Crypto is legal in Malaysia but only SC-registered DAXs are approved for retail users. Learn the 2026 regulatory updates, how trading profits are taxed, and which exchange to use.
Kate
By Kate / 12 mins
The Conviction of Sam Bankman-Fried: 25-Year Sentence, 2026 Appeal Update, and Crypto's Reputation
10 Jun, 2026 Regulation
The Conviction of Sam Bankman-Fried: 25-Year Sentence, 2026 Appeal Update, and Crypto's Reputation
SBF was sentenced to 25 years in March 2024. His retrial motion was denied in April 2026. Learn what the conviction means for crypto, the appeal status, and victim recovery.
Connor
By Connor / 5 mins
Crypto Regulation in India.
10 Jun, 2026 Regulation
Crypto Regulation in India.
India taxes crypto profits at a flat 30% with no loss offsetting. Learn which exchanges are FIU-compliant, how the Digital Rupee differs, and where regulation stands.
Kate
By Kate / 12 mins
Crypto Tax in Australia: How It Works, What You Owe, and How to Pay Less
10 Jun, 2026 Regulation
Crypto Tax in Australia: How It Works, What You Owe, and How to Pay Less
Australia taxes crypto as capital gains at your marginal rate. Learn which activities trigger CGT, how the 50% discount works, and what the ATO requires you to report
Jack
By Jack / 13 mins
Institutional Crypto Trading: Why Institutions Are Buying
24 May, 2026 Regulation
Institutional Crypto Trading: Why Institutions Are Buying
Tokenized gold hit $90B in Q1 2026 alone. Learn how institutions access crypto through ETFs, OTC desks, and CEX platforms — and what the 2026 regulatory frameworks require.
Max
By Max / 10 mins
Secured vs Unsecured Creditors: What the Difference Means for Your Money
09 May, 2026 Regulation
Secured vs Unsecured Creditors: What the Difference Means for Your Money
Secured creditors get paid first in bankruptcy. Unsecured creditors wait in line — and that includes you when a crypto exchange fails. Here's what to know.
Gerelyn
By Gerelyn / 10 mins
What is a Qualified Custodian? (The True DeFi Frienemy)
09 May, 2026 Regulation
What is a Qualified Custodian? (The True DeFi Frienemy)
The fallout of FTX led to new regulation regarding Qualified Custodians. Learn what they are and their implications in this article.
Kate
By Kate / 7 mins
Crypto in the Czech Republic: Tax Rules, MiCA and the 3-Year Exemption Explained
21 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Crypto in the Czech Republic: Tax Rules, MiCA and the 3-Year Exemption Explained
A complete guide to Czech Republic crypto taxes: income tax rates, the 3-year capital gains exemption, MiCA compliance, and small transaction reporting rules.
Kate
By Kate / 7 mins
Crypto in Malta: Complete Guide: Laws, Taxes and MiCA Licensing
21 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Crypto in Malta: Complete Guide: Laws, Taxes and MiCA Licensing
Malta was one of the first countries to regulate crypto with the VFAA in 2018 and now implements MiCA through the Markets in Crypto-Assets Act (Cap. 647). Learn how the full framework applies to you.
Kate
By Kate / 13 mins
How Does Regulation Impact DeFi?
17 Apr, 2026 Regulation
How Does Regulation Impact DeFi?
Can regulation destroy DeFi? Click here to learn more.
Max
By Max / 8 mins
Estonia Crypto Tax Guide: Rates, CAMA Licensing, and How to File
17 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Estonia Crypto Tax Guide: Rates, CAMA Licensing, and How to File
Estonia taxes crypto at a flat 20% rate. Learn which transactions are taxable, how CAMA licensing works, and how to reduce your bill.
Kate
By Kate / 13 mins
Poland Crypto Tax Guide: Rates, Rules, and How to File
16 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Poland Crypto Tax Guide: Rates, Rules, and How to File
Poland taxes crypto at a flat 19% on Form PIT-38. Learn which transactions are taxable, how to reduce your bill, and what DAC8 means for you.
Kate
By Kate / 15 mins
Trump Is Crypto’s Biggest Opportunity Yet — But Only If We Act NOW
16 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Trump Is Crypto’s Biggest Opportunity Yet — But Only If We Act NOW
Trump’s <a href="https://www.thecoinzone.com/blockchain/ashdraked-meaning/" data-wpil-monitor-id="59">crypto promises mean</a> nothing if we don’t act now. The <a href="https://www.thecoinzone.com/defi/fighting-for-cryptos-future-how-to-write-effective-policy-comments/" data-wpil-monitor-id="1591">future of crypto is at stake—here’s how to fight</a> for it.
Connor
By Connor / 7 mins
Why Crypto Regulation Could Actually HELP the Landscape in 2024
16 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Why Crypto Regulation Could Actually HELP the Landscape in 2024
Most of the sentiment around crypto regulation is how it will kill the industry. But here's how it could actually help.
Connor
By Connor / 8 mins
Regulatory Overreach in the Crypto Space
16 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Regulatory Overreach in the Crypto Space
Crypto regulation is at a crossroads, and the risk of overregulation is ever-present.
Cristian, CEO
By Cristian, CEO / 6 mins
BREAKING: The World's First Solana ETF Is Here
15 Apr, 2026 Regulation
BREAKING: The World's First Solana ETF Is Here
The world’s first Solana ETF is here, offering direct exposure to SOL with native staking rewards — a game-changer for crypto investors. Here's everything you need to know about this massive move.
Dave, COO
By Dave, COO / 3 mins
Tornado Cash Sanctions DROPPED — Here's What it Means For Crypto
15 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Tornado Cash Sanctions DROPPED — Here's What it Means For Crypto
The U.S. Treasury has lifted sanctions on Tornado Cash, marking a major win for crypto privacy and open-source development. Learn why the ban was overturned and what it means for financial freedom and regulation.
Connor
By Connor / 4 mins
Rethinking the Crypto Rules
15 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Rethinking the Crypto Rules
As cryptocurrency adoption grows, legacy laws around finance and property ownership are ill-suited for these natively digital assets. It's time to rethink regulations to embrace cryptocurrency's essence as knowledge rather than physical possession.
Connor
By Connor / 3 mins
Trump v. Kamala: The Political Showdown Over Crypto's Future
15 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Trump v. Kamala: The Political Showdown Over Crypto's Future
As Godzilla and King Kong battle over crypto's future, what's really at stake?
Cristian, CEO
By Cristian, CEO / 6 mins
Not Just the US! Trump’s Crypto Revolution Is Reshaping the Global Market  
15 Apr, 2026 Regulation
Not Just the US! Trump’s Crypto Revolution Is Reshaping the Global Market  
Discover how Trump’s 2025 crypto policies, led by Crypto Czar David Sacks, are revolutionizing the global <a href="https://www.thecoinzone.com/wealth-building/buy-the-rumor-sell-the-news/" data-wpil-monitor-id="481">cryptocurrency market</a> with groundbreaking regulations like the CLARITY and GENIUS Acts.
Kate
By Kate / 6 mins
What is Regulatory Arbitrage? How Big Players Side-Step Regulation
15 Apr, 2026 Regulation
What is Regulatory Arbitrage? How Big Players Side-Step Regulation
Regulatory arbitrage refers to the practice of taking advantage of differences in regulations or laws in different jurisdictions in order to gain a competitive advantage or reduce costs.
Gerelyn
By Gerelyn / 6 mins
Crypto's Best Year Yet? 5 Reasons Everything Could Change in 2025
30 Mar, 2026 Regulation
Crypto's Best Year Yet? 5 Reasons Everything Could Change in 2025
The SEC is FINALLY done trying to stop crypto. Here are five real reasons why the crypto industry might never be the same.
Kate
By Kate / 4 mins

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