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India cracks down on prediction markets: Polymarket goes dark, Kalshi could be next

India has implemented a comprehensive crackdown on prediction markets, forcing popular platform Polymarket to suspend operations in the country. The regulatory action, announced by India's financial authorities, has made the platform inaccessible to Indian users as of this week. Industry sources indicate that Kalshi, another major prediction market

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U.S. Lawmaker Unveils Bill to Codify Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Draws Bipartisan Support

Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Lawmaker Unveils Bill to Codify Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Draws Bipartisan Support Nick Begich, R-Alaska, introduced legislation today to permanently establish a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve. This post U.S. Lawmaker Unveils Bill to Codify Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Draws Bip

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Crypto prediction markets are turning into dangerous national security risks, and Congress wants to ban them

Congressional lawmakers are moving to ban cryptocurrency-based prediction markets, citing growing national security concerns over their potential misuse. The proposed legislation targets platforms that allow users to bet on political events, military conflicts, and other sensitive outcomes using digital assets. According to CoinDesk reporting, the bipartisan bill has gained momentum

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NHL, CFTC team up with memorandum of understanding as sports-based prediction markets balloon

Prediction markets are skating out of the penalty box into the mainstream as the CFTC strikes another agreement with a major sports league.

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Missouri AG sues CoinFlip, calls crypto ATMs ‘getaway cars for fraud’

Missouri sued CoinFlip, alleging its cryptocurrency ATMs were used in widespread consumer fraud schemes and charged excessive fees.

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SEC reviewing implications of delayed prediction market ETFs, Atkins says

SEC Chair Paul Atkins said he instructed the agency's staff to seek public input on prediction market ETFs.

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Federal Reserve proposes limited master accounts long pursued by crypto firms

The Federal Reserve has announced a proposal to offer limited master accounts to cryptocurrency firms, marking a significant policy shift that could provide digital asset companies with direct access to the central bank's payment systems. The proposal, released Tuesday, outlines specific criteria and restrictions for crypto firms seeking

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US Treasury Sanctions Sinaloa Cartel Over Crypto-Fueled Fentanyl Trafficking

Members linked to the Sinaloa Cartel responsible for turning cash from drug proceeds into crypto were added to the sanctions list.

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EU opens MiCA consultation to review if crypto framework is still fit for purpose

The European Union has launched a public consultation to assess whether its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation remains adequate for governing the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector. The consultation, announced on May 20, 2026, invites stakeholders to provide feedback on the framework's effectiveness and identify potential areas for improvement

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Singapore revokes crypto payment license of Bsquared over regulatory breaches

MAS found deficiencies in Bsquared’s risk management and conflict-of-interest policies, and that the firm had provided false or misleading information to the regulator on multiple occasions.

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Bank of England outlines tokenization, stablecoin vision for UK finance

The central bank plans to publish draft rules for systemic sterling stablecoins next month and finalize them by the end of this year.

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Despite Trump’s pledge, a CBDC is being explored behind closed doors, says former CTFC chair

A former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) chair has revealed that despite President Trump's public opposition to a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), federal agencies continue exploring the digital dollar concept behind closed doors. The unnamed former official disclosed these ongoing discussions during a recent industry conference, suggesting