Crypto firms spend $189M on 2026 US election, outpacing last cycle’s record

Azerbaijan requires crypto firms to obtain central bank licenses before operating legally. Draft law introduces AML, KYC, and continuous oversight for licensed crypto firms. New framework supports financial stability while expanding virtual asset regulation. Azerbaijan is moving closer to introducing comprehensive cryptocurrency regulation after submitting a draft virtual assets law for review. The proposed legislation […] The post Azerbaijan Moves to Regulate Crypto With New Virtual Assets Law appeared first on Live Bitcoin News.

Investors are being urged to verify whether their crypto provider appears on the official MiCA register before using its services.

Plasma's Open USD stablecoin could intensify competition in the digital payments space, potentially reshaping the internet economy landscape. The post BlackRock joins major payments and crypto firms to launch Open USD stablecoin platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The UK regulator has published its final rulebook for crypto firms ahead of a mandatory regime coming into force in late 2027.

EU MiCA licenses reach 244 as Germany and France lead rollout, while unlicensed crypto firms face July 1 service deadline.

UK crypto firms face a Feb. 28, 2027 FCA deadline as new rules cover licensing, stablecoins, custody, trading and market conduct in the U.K.

The EU’s MiCA transition ends July 1, requiring crypto firms to hold CASP licenses as investors reassess platform compliance and regulatory status. The EU’s 18-month grace period for crypto firms is closing. With 83% of previously registered exchanges still unlicensed,…