EU’s MiCA Inspires Nigerian Policy Analyst to Urge for Similar Crypto Legislation: Report

European Union’s crypto-focussed MiCA legislation, created to govern the crypto sector, went live on June 30 almost one year after being finalised in April 2023. The aim of this legislation is to ensure that investors engaging with the crypto sector across the EU region are safeguarded against the factors of financial risks and instability that … Read more

Web3 Startups Surge in Asia, Europe as New Legislation, Crypto-AI Mergers Gain Traction: Report

The crypto sector is undergoing a regulatory revamp in several parts of the world, aiming to make the industry safer for its members. Countries that have initiated these frameworks are seeing a spike in the number of Web3 startups, bringing business and opportunities to their citizens. A recent report by blockchain startup accelerator Alliance has … Read more

Crypto Legislation Likely Coming Under Trump, Ex-SEC Chief Says

Congress is likely to adopt legislation governing cryptocurrencies during President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, Jay Clayton, a former top Wall Street regulator and potential political appointee, said on Wednesday. Clayton also said he favored easing regulatory burdens to encourage companies to go public, remarks foreshadowing broad-based changes in public policy now anticipated by industry, which spent … Read more

UK to Finalise Crypto Legislation by 2026, FCA Outlines Regulations Roadmap

Under former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the UK took several steps to foster the growth of the Web3 sector, positioning itself to compete with Dubai and Hong Kong as a leading Web3 hub. In a recent update, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has set a deadline of 2026 to finalise its crypto legislation. The … Read more