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This week in crypto law
The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law.
This week, crypto law highlighted a growing reality: legal and regulatory uncertainty is not is no longer just a compliance issue. Rather, it actively shapes markets, business decisions and global politics. From blocking U.S. legislation impacting price predictions to aggressive enforcement actions abroad, the legal landscape continues to define the trajectory of digital assets.
Legal Gridlock Hits Crypto Market Forecast
Citigroup lowered its 12-month price targets for Bitcoin and Ether, citing blocking U.S. crypto legislation as a key risk factor. This revision reflects a broader shift: regulatory uncertainty now directly influences market sentiment and institutional outlooks. Legal clarity is increasingly linked to valuation. Without a clear framework in the United States, institutional adoption could slow, putting downward pressure on digital asset prices. For more information, click here.
Kraken suspends IPO amid regulatory uncertainty
Kraken has reportedly suspended its planned IPO, highlighting how regulatory hurdles continue to shape strategic decisions even for established exchanges. The move reflects concerns about timing, compliance risk and investor appetite in an uncertain legal environment. Public listings require increased disclosure and increased regulatory scrutiny. For crypto companies, unresolved legal issues can delay or derail access to public capital markets. To find out more, click here.
Vietnam moves towards controlled legalization of cryptography
Vietnam is advancing a proposal to legalize domestic crypto exchanges while restricting access to offshore platforms. Under the plan, companies would compete for licenses to operate locally, while foreign exchanges could face limitations or even outright bans. This reflects a growing global trend toward jurisdiction-based regulation, encouraging domestic oversight while limiting cross-border crypto activity. To find out more, click here.
Stablecoin yield ban gains traction in US Senate
A new proposed “Clarity Act” from the US Senate could ban yield or rewards on stablecoins. The proposal is driven in part by concerns among traditional banks that yielding stablecoins could siphon deposits from the financial system. If enabled, the rule would significantly reshape the competitive dynamics between stablecoins and traditional banking products, potentially limiting a key driver of user adoption. To find out more, click here.
UK targets crypto in political donations
The UK is considering banning cryptocurrency donations to political parties, citing risks related to foreign influence and transparency. The proposal would restrict anonymous contributions to digital assets and impose stricter oversight of political financing. This marks a notable shift in how governments view crypto, not only as a financial tool, but also as a potential national security issue in democratic processes. To find out more, click here.
Australia fines Binance for failure to protect investors
Binance’s Australian derivatives arm has been fined $6.9 million after a court ruled it had been misclassified. individual investors as wholesale customers. This misclassification exposes users to higher risk products without proper safeguards, resulting in significant losses. The decision highlights the intensification of global enforcement of investor protection and compliance, particularly in derivatives trading. To find out more, click here.
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