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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

Iran’s ‘crypto’ ecosystem climbs to $7.8B amid economic crisis
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21 January, 2026

Iran’s ‘crypto’ ecosystem climbs to $7.8B amid economic crisis

Iran's digital asset ecosystem surged to $7.78 billion in 2025, driven by economic instability and increasing use by citizens and...
UK considers social media ban for under-16s following Australia
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20 January, 2026

UK considers social media ban for under-16s following Australia

U.K. Prime Minister Kier Starmer considers a social media ban for under-16s, citing growing concerns over children's mental health and...
Pakistan to explore digital finance with World Liberty Financial
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20 January, 2026

Pakistan to explore digital finance with World Liberty Financial

Pakistan's Ministry of Finance signs an MOU with World Liberty Financial to enhance digital finance and the use of stablecoins...
Cyber fraud most pervasive global threat for CEOs: report
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19 January, 2026

Cyber fraud most pervasive global threat for CEOs: report

WEF reveals that cyber-enabled fraud is now a top concern for CEOs, highlighting the need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies amid...
France: A third of crypto firms unresponsive before EU deadline
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16 January, 2026

France: A third of crypto firms unresponsive before EU deadline

France's AMF reveals 30% of unlicensed digital asset firms may not apply for MiCA regulation by the July deadline, raising...
UK makes progress on digital verification for alcohol sales
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16 January, 2026

UK makes progress on digital verification for alcohol sales

U.K. is set to implement digital verification for age checks on alcohol sales, but the timeline was pushed beyond 2025...

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