Global Crypto Regulatory News - 1 September 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.

• SEC Reveals Project Crypto

As the US seeks to position itself as a global crypto leader, the SEC has divulged plans to introduce crypto regulation that covers on-chain solutions, DeFi, boosting innovation and more.

https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/insights/client-alerts/20250801-sec-chair-atkins-unveils-project-crypto-to-modernize-us-securities-regulation

• Illinois Cracks Down on Crypto Fraud

Legislation in Illinois is clamping down on the risks posed by fraudsters and scam artists in the crypto scene, regulating digital asset exchanges and businesses in line with traditional finance.

https://www.consumerfinancialserviceslawmonitor.com/2025/08/illinois-passes-new-laws-designed-to-safeguard-consumers-against-cryptocurrency-fraud/

• Japan to Update Crypto Regulations

In an effort to merge crypto into mainstream financial service and encourage adoption, the Japanese Financial Services Agency is preparing for significant digital asset regulatory reforms.

https://cryptodnes.bg/en/japan-prepares-wweeping-crypto-reforms-tax-cuts-and-etf-approval-on-the-horizon/

• India Looks to Reform Crypto Laws

The Central Board of Direct Taxes in India is in the process of consulting with the crypto industry with the goal of creating new regulatory frameworks for cross-border payments, tax and more.

https://www.ainvest.com/news/india-tax-authority-considers-overhaul-crypto-regulations-industry-push-reform-2508/

• New Crypto Regulations Coming to South Africa

Cross-border crypto transactions are a priority for South African regulations according to a government representative as the country looks to implement Travel Rule measures.

https://dig.watch/updates/new-framework-planned-for-crypto-asset-flows-in-south-africa

• Ukraine Drafts Crypto Laws

A new bill is expected to pass in Ukraine which will see the country’s crypto regulations more closely aligned with the EU in terms of transparency and AML, and legalize crypto ownership.

https://coingeek.com/ukraine-weighs-new-bill-aligning-its-crypto-laws-with-eu/

• El Salvador Permits Banks to Offer Digital Assets

Wealthy investors in El Salvador will soon be able to enjoy new benefits in El Salvador, positioning itself as a financial hub as the country moves to allow banks to offer digital assets.

https://www.dlnews.com/articles/regulation/el-salvador-courts-cryptos-deepest-pockets-new-banking-law/