Brazilian police and tax officials froze $1.6 billion worth of crypto and fiat on crypto exchanges and bank accounts.
The U.S. Federal Reserve has mandated Customers Bank to improve its AML protocols and limit digital asset risks, citing compliance deficiencies.
The article explores how Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) impact the crypto ecosystem, highlighting differences from decentralized cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum and emphasizing state regulation and control.
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) reviews MiFIR, focusing on non-equity trade transparency, which could impact cryptocurrency markets.
Former SEC commissioner Troy Paredes criticized the U.S. financial regulator for its lack of clarity on digital assets, adding to existing industry concerns.
