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The EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation requires crypto exchanges, brokers, and wallet services to obtain a license by July 1, 2026. With only 194 licensed crypto entities, many users face potential service disruptions. This regulatory shift aims to enhance consumer protection and market integrity in the European crypto sector.
Zimbabwe's new regulation mandates crypto firms to register with the central bank, with initial registration costing $500 and annual renewals at $400. Operating without registration is now an offense, marking a significant step in formalizing the country's crypto industry.
HYPE ETFs, launched on Nasdaq, have seen $161 million in net inflows within a month, reflecting strong investor interest in on-chain exchange bets. The ETFs' clean flow record is partly due to restricted access mechanics, as Hyperliquid limits US user access to its platform.
BNY Mellon and Standard Chartered are expanding their digital asset custody services by acquiring Bitcoin vaults. However, concerns about quantum computing's potential to compromise cryptographic security loom over these investments.