Crypto Regulation news and trends

Treasury Calls for Programmable Financial Enforcement Across Crypto
Cryptocurrency // April 22, 2026

Software has long been described as law in crypto. Now, the U.S. Treasury is calling the sector out on that core element of its identity. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Japan Prepares to Regulate Crypto as a Financial Product
Cryptocurrency // April 12, 2026

Japan is reportedly moving closer to classifying cryptocurrencies as financial products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

Treasury Sec’y Bessent Urges Congress to Pass Crypto Bill
Cryptocurrency // April 09, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Thursday (April 9) for Congress to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act), warning that the current lack of a clear regulatory framework is eroding U.S. leadership in the crypto market. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Brazil Finance Chief Delays Controversial Crypto Tax as Election Nears
Cryptocurrency // March 23, 2026

Brazil’s new finance minister, Dario Durigan, plans to postpone new rules on crypto taxation, Reuters reported Friday (March 20). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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Delaware Makes Its Stablecoin Land Grab

May 05, 2026
Delaware, long synonymous with corporate incorporation, may extend its reach more fully into digital finance, advancing legislation that could shape where stablecoin issuers and FinTech firms choose to establish their legal base. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional […]

New SEC Guidance Pushes Stablecoins Closer to Cash Status

February 23, 2026
For banks, broker-dealers, and clearing firms, the primary obstacle to engaging with crypto has rarely been philosophical skepticism. It has instead been the 800-pound-gorilla in the room made up of...

While US Debates Stablecoin Yield, Europe and Asia Set Clearer Rules

February 02, 2026
Are stablecoins digital cash, a narrow bank, a money market fund, or some new hybrid altogether? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Senate Crypto Regulation Markup Fizzles Over Stablecoin Yield Debate

January 15, 2026
Getting crypto markets legislation passed in the U.S. is becoming as volatile as crypto markets themselves. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Japan Prepares to Regulate Crypto as a Financial Product

April 12, 2026
Japan is reportedly moving closer to classifying cryptocurrencies as financial products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS […]

Treasury Sec’y Bessent Urges Congress to Pass Crypto Bill

April 09, 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Thursday (April 9) for Congress to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act), warning that the current lack of a clear regulatory framework...

Brazil Finance Chief Delays Controversial Crypto Tax as Election Nears

March 23, 2026
Brazil’s new finance minister, Dario Durigan, plans to postpone new rules on crypto taxation, Reuters reported Friday (March 20). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Senators Say CLARITY Act Impasse Closer to Breaking

March 22, 2026
Lawmakers have reportedly made some progress on the cryptocurrency-focused CLARITY Act after weeks of impasse. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...