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Global Crypto Regulatory News - 1 March 2025

March 01, 2025



Whilst Blockpass monitors and adapts to regulatory changes around the world, we only cover some of the news and developments in articles on the Blockpass blog. However, to showcase more information around what is going on in the blockchain and crypto regulatory scene around the world, we’ve selected some prominent or interesting news and articles that feature relevant crypto regulatory and compliance developments.

Global Crypto Regulatory News - 1 March 2025
  • US Relaxing Crypto Regulation Under Trump

An executive order from President Trump points to support for stablecoins and blockchain networks whilst prohibiting federal agencies from pursuing central bank digital currencies.

https://natlawreview.com/article/white-house-embraces-crypto-sec-opens-door-banks

  • New Legislation Supports Stablecoins

A bill to ensure a stable regulatory environment for stablecoins has been introduced that is hoped to promote growth and innovation for the US stablecoin market.

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/banking-law/stablecoin-bill-pushed-in-congress-as-trump-sets-crypto-agenda?context=search&index=0

  • Task Force Heralds Regulatory Changes

A Crypto Task Force from the SEC has announced a number of areas that will be tackled in its effort to improve clarity in the USA’s regulation of crypto, including custody and staking.

https://news.bitcoin.com/secs-crypto-task-force-unveils-10-bold-priorities-massive-regulatory-shift-incoming/

  • Meme Coin Ruling in the US

A SEC statement on meme coins states that they are not considered securities and therefore don’t come under securities laws, need to be registered, or require investor protections.

https://www.investmentexecutive.com/news/from-the-regulators/sec-says-meme-coins-arent-securities/

  • MiCA Update Progresses EU Regulation

Seven new standards have been published which go into effect imminently, including crypto-asset white paper approval procedures and rules for CASPs on continuity and regularity.

https://cms-lawnow.com/en/ealerts/2025/02/eu-publishes-final-regulatory-technical-standards-supplementing-regulation-on-crypto-asset-markets

  • Japan Prepares for Regulatory Adjustements

In anticipation of Bitcoin ETFs being introduced in Japan, the country’s FCA is reportedly undertaking a review of the regulatory status of virtual assets, with clarification expected later.

https://bloomingbit.io/en/feed/news/83033

  • Czech Republic Meets MiCA

A new law has been signed in the Czech Republic to bring regulatory clarity, with improvements such as simplified taxation and crypto business licensing as the country meets MiCA standards.

https://www.tokenpost.com/news/regulation/13950

  • Luxembourg Laws Lead DLT Drive

As Luxembourg looks to become a digital asset hub, new regulations that align with MiCA requirements are set and the country rolls out its Blockchain IV law to integrate and embed DLT.

https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/luxembourg-strengthens-its-regulatory-2654181/