OEWG’s tenth substantive session: Entering the eleventh hour
The discussions on international law have shown little progress in drawing closer between the positions. The states have made suggestions on how to capture the progress of the OEWG 2021-2025…
The future of digital regulation between the EU and the US
Understanding the DMA and DSA regulations The Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the Digital Services Act (DSA) are two major regulatory frameworks introduced by the EU to create a fairer…
America’s Bitcoin gamble: A power play for financial dominance
For years, the US government has maintained a cautious stance on cryptocurrency, often treating it as a regulatory challenge rather than an economic opportunity. Recent policy moves under President Donald…
Czech central bank weighs Bitcoin despite concerns
Board member Jan Kubicek remains sceptical about Bitcoin’s suitability as a reserve asset, citing price swings and regulatory challenges. The Czech National Bank (CNB) remains cautious about adding Bitcoin to…
Data centre surge exposes vulnerabilities in the US grid
The rapid expansion of data centres, especially for AI and crypto mining, is challenging grid operators, who must now account for large, unexpected disconnections from the grid. A recent incident…
Garantex reportedly resurfaces as Grinex after sanctions
Global Ledger links Garantex to Grinex, highlighting fund transfers and similarities in platform design. Garantex, a Russian cryptocurrency exchange previously sanctioned by the US, is reportedly back in operation under…
EU faces pressure to boost semiconductor supply chain
Semiconductor leaders call on the EU to broaden the Chips Act to cover design, materials, and equipment, not just manufacturing. Leading semiconductor firms are calling on the European Commission to…