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Graduate of History from The University Sussex and a Masters in Journalism from The University of Groningen, James Field has written for publication in the United Kingdom and Netherlands across a range of topics including arts, culture, environmental and legal sector issues. He served as Deputy Editor for a leading Legal publication and currently researches and writes on the digital asset space, with a focus on legal changes impacting the industry.

Article by James Field

Australian regulator warns of crypto, AI on ‘regulatory perimeter’
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29 January, 2026

Australian regulator warns of crypto, AI on ‘regulatory perimeter’

Australia’s finance regulator warns digital assets and AI sit in regulatory gaps for 2026, raising risks of misconduct, cybercrime, and...
UK FCA nears end of consultation on cryptoasset regulations
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29 January, 2026

UK FCA nears end of consultation on cryptoasset regulations

The FCA is finalizing regulations for digital currency firms in the U.K., emphasizing consumer protection and international compliance standards.
Digital payments on the rise in Saudia Arabia and Nigeria
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27 January, 2026

Digital payments on the rise in Saudia Arabia and Nigeria

Saudi Arabia and Nigeria witness digital payment growth, with Saudi consumers embracing cashless methods and Nigeria's transactions soaring 276%.
Thai plans expanded asset framework for crypto ETFs and futures
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27 January, 2026

Thai plans expanded asset framework for crypto ETFs and futures

Thailand's SEC plans new rules for crypto ETFs, futures trading, and tokenized investments, enhancing its digital asset regulatory framework.
UK advances digital wallet development after ID mandate scrap
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26 January, 2026

UK advances digital wallet development after ID mandate scrap

The U.K. is advancing a digital wallet for government credentials, despite recent backlash against mandatory digital ID plans by its...
Hong Kong clears path for first stablecoin licenses in Q1
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26 January, 2026

Hong Kong clears path for first stablecoin licenses in Q1

Hong Kong will grant its first stablecoin licenses in Q1, as the central bank enforces capital and anti-money laundering rules...

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