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Lawmakers warn that banks' refusal to engage with crypto firms risks stunting the growth of UK industry. A parliamentary group has consequently requested that lenders clarify their rules for serving these crypto companies.

Anchorage Digital criticizes the Federal Reserve's proposed payment account, stating it is not a workable substitute for a master account. The company argues the proposal does not meet the needs of crypto businesses for central bank access.

Crypto companies, big tech, and gambling interest groups have spent almost $300 million so far on the 2026 US election cycle, according to a report.

Revolut plans to integrate stablecoins into its future US bank, which will offer FDIC-insured accounts. The move aligns with efforts by fintech and crypto companies to secure federal banking approvals.

Crypto companies must cease EU client services by July 1 if they lack MiCA authorization, as per ESMA's directive. The grace period for compliance with the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations ends on this date, requiring firms to either be authorized or exit the market.

Crypto PACs spent $3 million in Maryland races while increasing ad spending in California ahead of primaries. The PAC affiliate has additional funds allocated for Maryland later this month.

Trump wants to create more banks, prompting crypto companies and automakers to apply for banking charters due to White House encouragement and reduced regulatory oversight.

A crypto advocacy group, The Digital Chamber, urged the Comptroller to defend crypto companies' charter applications after Senator Elizabeth Warren accused the regulator of potential violations of US banking laws. Warren claimed the Comptroller may have acted unlawfully by approving the charters.

The CLARITY Act has a markup date set for May 14, which may bring an end to crypto companies operating in legal grey zones after three years. This marks a potential significant development in the regulation of cryptocurrency companies. The act's progression is expected to provide clarity on the legal framework for these companies.

Crypto companies are upgrading wallets to counter the coming quantum computing threat, but gaps remain. The upgrade is meant to 'quantum-proof' wallets before Bitcoin and Ethereum networks catch up. This move is to protect against potential quantum computer attacks.

Over 100 crypto companies are urging the US Senate to expedite passage of the CLARITY Act, which aims to establish clearer regulatory rules for the industry. The bill faces delays due to disputes over stablecoins, DeFi, and regulatory scope, raising concerns that US firms may fall behind regions with more defined frameworks.

The article highlights how 'AI slop'—a term implying poor-quality AI outputs—is creating a search problem that cryptocurrency companies must address. This issue affects how crypto firms are perceived and searched for online, forcing them to adapt to maintain visibility.

Under Paul Atkins' leadership, the SEC has dropped multiple cases against crypto companies, but remains awaiting a market structure bill to clarify its regulatory authority over cryptocurrencies. The regulator's approach marks a shift from previous enforcement strategies.