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What we can expect from crypto and payment services in 2025

The Payments Association

The upcoming changes in cryptocurrency regulation and its impact on payment services, focusing on the UK’s approach compared to the EU. It outlines how the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies in the UK will evolve, affecting businesses and compliance. What’s this article about? Why is it important?

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What is Stopping Blockchain From Seeing the Same Success as AI?

The Fintech Times

Meanwhile, when people say blockchain, for those outside of the industry, there might be a loose link to cryptocurrency, but beyond that it is confusing. “So far, much of the attention around blockchain has been centered on cryptocurrency and digital assets. This narrow focus has in some ways held back broader adoption.

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Revolut reportedly exploring launch of its own stablecoin

The Paypers

According to decrypt.co, discussions have reportedly taken place with at least one firm operating in the cryptocurrency sector, although the neobank has not officially confirmed the plans. The Wall Street Journal recently reported that multinational firms in sectors such as retail and travel are considering similar moves.

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Nauru establishes a crypto asset regulator

The Paypers

Under the new legal framework, a wide range of virtual asset-related activities, including cryptocurrency exchanges, token offerings, lending platforms, staking, non-fungible tokens, and decentralised finance services, will require authorisation from CRVAA.

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Finovate Global: Talking Fintech Regulation in the European Union with EverC’s Maya Shabi

Finovate

On the other hand, tighter regulations come with higher compliance costs and can limit the flexibility thats often critical for driving rapid innovation. One early issue will be compliance with the Instant Payments Regulation (IPR). Simultaneously, the growing complexity of EU compliance is driving up demand for RegTech solutions.

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Why Reduced Oversight Doesn’t Mean Fewer Risks: Interview with Matthew G. Lindenbaum

Fintech Weekly

How do you personally assess which legal frameworks still apply — and which ones need to evolve — as tools like AI and crypto reconfigure the landscape? At the same time, we need to keep in mind that despite all of this promise, ALL of the legal frameworks still apply.

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Tokenised Stocks: What They Are, What They Aren't, and Why They Matter

Finextra

These tokens can be bought, sold, and transferred just like cryptocurrencies, but their value is tied to the price of the real-world stock. They shouldnt be confused with cryptocurrencies or ICO tokens that create a new asset out of thin air. For example, if a custodian holds 100 shares of MegaCorp Inc. of a share, if fractional).