Tag: cryptocurrency regulation

Russia Legalizes Crypto Mining to Bypass Sanctions: How It Works and Why It’s Limited

Russia legalized crypto mining to bypass Western sanctions, using state-backed stablecoins like A7A5 to move billions in trade. But blockchain transparency and market limits make it a flawed tool - not a replacement for the dollar.

Cuba Cryptocurrency Regulation: What’s Really Happening in 2025

Cuba doesn't ban cryptocurrency - it regulates it. Since 2021, Bitcoin and other digital currencies have been legal for payments, helping Cubans bypass U.S. sanctions and access global finance. Here's how it works in 2025.

Self-Regulatory Organizations in Crypto: How Industry Groups Are Shaping Crypto Compliance

Self-regulatory organizations in crypto are industry-led groups setting compliance standards to fill gaps left by slow-moving governments. They tackle AML, the Travel Rule, and market integrity - but face challenges in enforcement, cost, and DeFi regulation.