Bitwise to close Dogecoin ETF BWOW less than a year after launch
Bitwise will end trading in its Dogecoin fund on October 14 and distribute cash to remaining shareholders around October 22.
Policy News — Page 8
Crypto regulation, legislation and public-policy developments.
SGX opens Bitcoin and Ether perpetual futures to U.S. institutions
Singapore Exchange has extended its regulated crypto perpetual futures to eligible U.S. institutional customers, linking American desks with Asian liquidity.
U.S. sanctions Xinbi as DOJ restrains over $52 million in crypto
Treasury sanctioned Xinbi Guarantee and two technology providers while Justice Department investigators restrained more than $52 million across its alleged marketplace network.
Block seeks US trust bank charter for Bitcoin and stablecoin custody
The proposed Builders Bank would put custody under OCC supervision without taking deposits or making loans. Regulatory approval is still required.
Robinhood takes stakes in Crypto.com and OG.com in prediction-markets deal
The multi-year agreement adds OG.com as an exchange and clearing provider for selected Robinhood event contracts while giving the brokerage minority interests in both companies.
Uzbekistan starts HUMO stablecoin payment pilot with government securities backing
The som-pegged token will be tested with participating merchants as regulators examine reserves, payment infrastructure and consumer safeguards.
AUSTRAC Reports Action Against 45 Payment and Crypto Providers
Australia's regulator reports 45 registration actions across remittance and virtual asset businesses, highlighting its earlier GetCoins cancellation.
Russia’s Alfa-Bank Tests Crypto Trading As Digital Asset Rules Advance
Alfa-Bank is testing crypto trading for qualified investors through its Alfa-Investments app. The bank plans to launch broader crypto services after Russia finalizes digital asset legislation, with a possible wider rollout in late 2026.
Galaxy Cuts CLARITY Act Passage Odds To 50% As Senate Calendar Tightens
Galaxy Digital has lowered its 2026 CLARITY Act passage odds to 50%, citing a shrinking Senate calendar and no firm floor schedule. The bill remains important for US crypto regulation, but competing priorities such as the SAVE Act, FISA and the defense authorization bill could delay its progress.
Trump Delays Housing Bill Signing, Leaving US CBDC Ban on Hold
Trump has delayed signing a housing bill that includes a temporary ban on the Federal Reserve creating a CBDC. The bill also protects certain dollar-backed stablecoins from being treated like a central bank digital currency. The move could raise questions about whether other crypto legislation, including the CLARITY Act, may also face delays.
Ripple Secures Preliminary MiCA Approval in Luxembourg Ahead of EU Crypto Deadline
Ripple has received preliminary approval for a crypto asset service provider license in Luxembourg ahead of the European Union’s July 1 MiCA deadline. Once finalized, the license will allow Ripple to offer regulated crypto and stablecoin payment services across the European Economic Area, strengthening its position in Europe’s digital asset market.
New York Judge Delays Hearing On Aave’s Request To Unfreeze $71M In ETH
A New York judge has delayed a decision on Aave’s request to unfreeze $71 million in ETH linked to the Kelp DAO exploit. The court wants more legal clarification before moving forward with the case. Meanwhile, recovery efforts for affected rsETH users continue across the DeFi ecosystem.
Coindcx Launches $11M Anti-Fraud Initiative After Court Clears Founders In Impersonation Case
CoinDCX is investing $11 million to combat crypto fraud after its founders were cleared in an impersonation-related case. The exchange plans to address phishing and fake websites through a new Digital Suraksha Network. The move highlights rising concerns around user safety as India’s crypto market continues to grow.
Nyse Parent Ice Invests $600M In Polymarket, Expands Bet On Prediction Markets
ICE has invested $600 million more into Polymarket, moving forward its $2 billion plan and signaling strong institutional interest in prediction markets. The move comes as regulators increase scrutiny on the sector across multiple US states.
Texas Court Dismisses Crypto Developer’s Case Seeking Protection From Money Transmitter Laws
A Texas court dismissed a crypto developer’s case seeking protection from money transmitter laws, citing no immediate risk of prosecution. The ruling leaves uncertainty for developers, with industry leaders calling for clearer regulations through new legislation.
cz says centralized exchanges have no incentive to aid terrorists after us court throws out binance lawsuit
A US federal judge dismissed a lawsuit accusing Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao of helping terrorist groups move funds through crypto transactions. CZ said centralized exchanges have no incentive to support such activity. The case may still continue if plaintiffs file a revised complaint within 60 days.
$1.2M windfall on Polymarket raises insider trading concerns ahead of ZachXBT’s Axiom exposé
A handful of wallets made over $1.2 million betting on a Polymarket contract tied to ZachXBT’s investigation into Axiom, raising insider trading concerns. Onchain researchers say several top-profit addresses show suspicious trading patterns. The case adds to mounting regulatory scrutiny of decentralized prediction markets worldwide.
Deutsche Bank-backed AllUnity debuts MiCA-compliant Swiss franc stablecoin on Ethereum
AllUnity has launched CHFAU, a Swiss franc–pegged stablecoin issued under MiCA compliance after securing a BaFin license. The token targets institutional settlement use cases and expands the firm’s regulated stablecoin portfolio. While CHF stablecoins have historically seen limited adoption, AllUnity is betting that regulatory clarity will drive institutional demand.