Consumer Protection

Revolut will test a pound-backed stablecoin in the UK’s regulated stablecoin sandbox this quarter. The firm says the key innovation is not the token itself but the consumer protection and infrastructure built around it.

Virginia lawmakers have advanced legislation to regulate cryptocurrency ATM kiosks across the state, aiming to tighten oversight and consumer protections.

The UK's advertising regulator has blocked a music-led Coinbase ad—already barred from TV—calling it "irresponsible" for downplaying crypto risks. The wider prohibition extends scrutiny of the spot beyond broadcast channels.

Louisiana authorities recovered $200,000 stolen from elderly victims by Bitcoin ATM scammers, aided by a newly enacted state law that strengthens protections against crypto fraud. The recoveries highlight the law’s immediate impact on preventing swift crypto cash-outs.

Sen. Jerry Moran and Rep. Elissa Slotkin introduced the SAFE Crypto Act on Dec. 18, 2025, aimed at cracking down on crypto-related scams. The bill is presented as a bid to strengthen enforcement and consumer protections, though full text and timing remain unclear.

Progressive lawmakers and allied consumer and labor organizations say they will oppose the industry-backed crypto market legislation currently before the Senate, potentially blocking its passage. The move raises the stakes for negotiators seeking a compromise on digital-asset rules.

Seoul will extend the same no-fault compensation rules that apply to banks to cryptocurrency exchanges after the Upbit breach, citing gaps in consumer protection exposed by the attack.

Italy’s Economy Ministry has ordered a comprehensive review of protections against crypto-related risks, the Bank of Italy and other regulators said on Thursday. The move signals growing concern about consumer protection and financial stability as crypto activity increases.

Washington regulators have ordered Seattle-based Bitcoin ATM operator Coinme to repay more than $8 million to customers, citing allegations that unredeemed vouchers were recorded as income. The firm also faces potential license revocation amid the inquiry.