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Global Crypto Regulatory News - 1 May 2025
Matthew Warner
May 02, 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.
- US SEC Roundtable Positive on Crypto
The results of the SEC’s recent roundtable indicate that clear regulatory updates will be coming for crypto as the US seeks to improve innovation and bring efficiency and transparency.
https://www.livebitcoinnews.com/sec-chair-atkins-signals-pro-crypto-shift-at-roundtable/
- US Crypto Broker Overturned
President Trump has signed a bill to nullify a rule that designated DeFi exchanges as brokers, removing unnecessarily awkward regulations that the IRS had set on crypto exchanges .
- California Progressing Crypto Rights
The most powerful economic US state has made some pro-crypto decisions, including a draft law for the right to autonomous custody of crypto and recognizing crypto as valid payment.
- UK Crypto Regulation to Mirror US?
Britain’s Finance Minister indicates that the UK will align itself with the US on digital asset regulation, with compulsory regulations and a focus on transparency and consumer protection.
- Crypto Regulation in Taiwan
Efforts by the Taiwanese FSC and others have led to the draft of the Virtual Asset Service Act for Taiwan, with regulators looking to crack down on fraud and to license legitimate entities.
https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-733468-20250402
- Thailand Ramps Up Regulation
Thailand’s SEC sees amendments to two of its emergency decrees relating to cybercrime and digital assets approved in order to better combat money laundering in the digital asset space.
- Cryptocurrencies Now Securities in Nigeria
In a move to improve transparency and reduce fraud, Nigeria is now treating digital assets as securities, requiring those dealing in crypto to be registered with the country’s SEC and more.
- Kenya Seeks Crypto Owners’ Identities
A new bill in Kenya is attempting to improve regulation in the cryptocurrency sector, with the Virtual Asset Service Providers bill seeking to verify users of crypto across different sectors.
https://sigma.world/news/treasury-hunts-for-cryptocurrency-owners-identity-in-new-vasp-bill/
- Tighter Regulation in Vanuatu
The Pacific island nation of Vanuatu has implemented new laws to strengthen crypto regulation as it combats fraud, enhances cross-border payments and expands financial inclusion.
https://www.tronweekly.com/vanuatu-finally-approves-its-crypto-regulations/
Matthew Warner is a content producer and researcher at Blockpass, focusing on writing and community engagement while exploring the potential of blockchain, AI, and IoT technologies.