Greece Votes 10% Crypto Gains Tax and a 15% Levy on Staking and DeFi Income
Greece's parliament passed a 10% crypto gains tax and a 15% levy on staking and DeFi income, with a €500 exemption and a 12-month window to declare old gains.
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White House Weighs Crypto 401(k) Fiduciary Protections
The Labor Department’s crypto-linked retirement rule entered final White House review on November 5. The proposed regulation introduces a process-based safe harbor for retirement-plan fiduciaries. The framework identifies six investment evaluation factors, including fees, liquidity, and valuation.
Eleanor Terrett Confirms Remaining Crypto Issuers
Eleanor Terrett confirms that several crypto firms, including Coinbase, remain on a key regulatory list without objections.
Nigeria Central Bank Enacts Stablecoin Licensing Rules, Bans Algorithmic Tokens
Nigeria’s central bank introduced separate licensing categories for naira-referenced and foreign-currency stablecoins, requiring issuer authorization and token approvals under regulations effective November 5, 2026. Algorithmic stablecoins, certain crypto-backed fiat tokens and stablecoins without enforceable redemption rights are prohibited.
Rep. Maxine Waters calls for stricter crypto regulations targeting Trump projects
Stricter crypto regulations could heighten market uncertainty, impacting investor confidence and potentially altering future cryptocurrency valuations.
China Halts Solana Shanghai Event Over Crypto Promotion
Chinese authorities have confirmed they halted Solana Accelerate China 2026 in Shanghai before the event opened, after regulators identified promotional activity involving domestic entities.
China central bank probes Solana after Shanghai shutdown, report
China’s central bank launched an investigation into Solana after an “illegal” promotional event was shutdown last month.
Thailand moves to block Bitget as crypto exchange's local acquisition faces uncertainty
Thailand’s SEC filed a criminal complaint against Bitget’s operator, alleging it ran an unlicensed crypto exchange for Thai users from 2022 to 2025.
What Democrats’ US midterm sweep means for the CLARITY Act
The CLARITY Act faces a new test as Democrats control Congress, raising questions over consumer protections, ethics and what the crypto industry may have to concede.
Backpack Aims for Global Regulated Exchange Accessibility
Backpack outlines plans for a regulated exchange aimed at global accessibility, signaling a significant move in crypto liquidity.
Nigeria tightens rules for dollar stablecoin issuers as naira coin lags
Nigeria’s central bank has set new rules that make issuers of dollar-linked stablecoins open a local presence and pass capital and reserve tests.
Democrats Eye Crypto Custody Safeguards and SEC Oversight
House Democrats are discussing a broader crypto market structure bill for the next Congress. The reported proposal could expand SEC authority while limiting the CFTC’s oversight role. The discussions build on Maxine Waters’ rejected 2025 Crypto Investor and Consumer Bill of Rights.
China’s central bank says Solana’s Shanghai event was stopped over illegal crypto promotion
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has responded that it disrupted Solana’s mid-October event in Shanghai because of the illegal virtual currency marketing red flags raised by the event’s promoters.
Nigeria sets new crypto licensing rules, bans algorithmic stablecoins
Nigeria has banned algorithmic stablecoins and introduced reserve requirements for issuers as it expands central bank oversight of crypto payment services.
Russia’s Central Bank Approves Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading For Retail Investors
Russia’s Central Bank has cleared the way for retail investors to trade crypto assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum on exchanges. This follows the earlier passage of the country’s market structure legislation, which paved the way for crypto activity.
Greek Parliament Passes 10% Crypto Gains Tax With Penalty Relief Period
Crypto Gains Tax Framework: Greece’s parliament approved a new cryptocurrency tax system that introduces a 10% levy on annual net gains above 500 euros. Investor Relief: The legislation allows investors with crypto losses above 500 euros to carry those losses forward for five years.
Elizabeth Warren poised to lead Senate Banking Committee and target Wall Street, crypto
Warren's leadership could intensify regulatory scrutiny, potentially reshaping financial industry practices and impacting crypto market dynamics.
China Investigates Solana’s Shanghai Promotions After Halting Event
China’s central bank has confirmed that authorities stopped a planned Solana event in Shanghai and will investigate the companies and individuals involved in promoting the blockchain network in the country.
Ukraine’s Central Bank Warns Crypto Bill Threatens Financial Stability
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has rejected the current draft of legislation regulating virtual assets, citing risks to monetary sovereignty, financial stability and fair competition.
Nigeria’s Central Bank Now Requires Offshore Stablecoin Issuers to License Locally
Central Bank of Nigeria rules that took effect Nov. 5 require stablecoin issuers serving Nigerians to incorporate locally, hold at least 10 billion to 15 billion naira in capital and back tokens with 2% extra reserves.
AI insiders had already cashed out $7.4 billion before stocks crashed
Insiders across nine AI companies cashed out $7.39B across 282 SEC Form 4s long before Thursday’s sell-off.
Greece Approves 10% Crypto Tax Amid Swap Questions
Greece’s Parliament approved a 10% cryptocurrency capital gains tax on November 5, 2026. The tax starts in 2027, with annual net gains up to €500 exempt. Staking, crypto lending, and DeFi liquidity returns will face a separate 15% tax.
Solana's Skyline Crypto Ad Triggers Central Bank Investigation in China
China's central bank halts Solana's Shanghai event shortly after it began and will investigate those involved.
Nigeria’s central bank sets ₦15B capital rule for stablecoins, bans algorithmic tokens
Nigeria's central bank sets ₦15 billion capital requirements for foreign stablecoin issuers, bans algorithmic tokens and introduces new licensing rules.
Bank of Russia Clears Bitcoin, Ether and USDT Rules for Nov. 17
Non-qualified investors face testing and a 300,000-ruble annual purchase cap per intermediary, while Moscow Exchange targets a Dec. 1 rollout.
Russia’s central bank approves Bitcoin, Ether and USDT trading for retail investors
Russia's move could boost crypto adoption, influencing global regulatory trends and potentially reshaping retail investment landscapes.
Hyperliquid Strategies Seeks FCM Status for U.S. Perps
Hyperliquid Strategies applied through a subsidiary to become a futures commission merchant, seeking a regulated route for U.S. customers to access Hyperliquid-based perpetual futures. The proposed FCM would carry U.S.
Nigeria Bans Algorithmic Stablecoins Under New Licensing Rules
Nigeria’s central bank introduced stablecoin licensing regulations effective November 5, 2026. The regulations prohibit algorithmic stablecoins and fiat-referenced tokens primarily backed by cryptocurrencies. Naira stablecoin issuers must maintain at least ₦10 billion in paid-up capital.
Paraguay Bank Collapse Shows Why Bitcoin Was Created as USDT Hits Premium
Paraguay's bank crisis pushes USDT P2P prices higher, reviving Bitcoin's original purpose as an alternative to traditional banking.
Democrats Weigh Crypto Bill With Trump Restrictions
House Democrats are reportedly discussing a crypto market structure bill combining earlier consumer-protection proposals with provisions Republicans accepted before September’s failed Senate vote.