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Coming from a legal and consulting background, Jordan has been reporting on the legal & regulatory landscape in the digital asset industry since 2020. He is focused on the emergence of digital asset legislation around the world, the nascent legal issues posed by digital assets and digital asset-linked crime.

Article by Jordan Atkins

France challenges recognition of EU crypto licenses
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17 September, 2025

France challenges recognition of EU crypto licenses

France’s regulator signals it may reject EU 'crypto' licenses, opposing passporting and citing risks from firms seeking lighter regulation.
Yen-pegged tokens in the works at Japan Post Bank
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5 September, 2025

Yen-pegged tokens in the works at Japan Post Bank

Japan Post Bank will launch a yen-pegged digital asset by FY 2026, offering faster settlements and lower costs through blockchain-powered...
Tokenized gold market now worth more than $2.5 billion
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3 September, 2025

Tokenized gold market now worth more than $2.5 billion

The tokenized gold market surpasses $2.5 billion, driven by XAUT and PAXG, offering seamless investment in gold with all the...
US, Dutch authorities take down fake ID marketplace
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2 September, 2025

US, Dutch authorities take down fake ID marketplace

U.S. and Dutch police dismantled VerifTools, a major online hub selling counterfeit passports, driver’s licenses, and IDs for as little...
US sanctions North Korea IT scheme tied to Russia, China
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29 August, 2025

US sanctions North Korea IT scheme tied to Russia, China

A crypto scam ring tied to North Korea, Russia, and China is now under U.S. sanctions for allegedly channeling stolen...
US bankers urge action over GENIUS Act loopholes
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14 August, 2025

US bankers urge action over GENIUS Act loopholes

The American Bankers Association and 50 U.S. states, plus Puerto Rico and D.C., have written to the Senate urging them...

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