Pakistan is advancing a national digital asset framework with Binance advising on new rules to create a secure, transparent ecosystem aimed at boosting regulation, innovation and financial inclusion.

French banking group BPCE will let roughly two million retail customers buy and sell BTC, ETH, SOL and USDC via a dedicated digital asset account administered by Hexarq. The service integrates crypto trading into customers' existing banking environment.

On Dec. 6, 2025 the CFTC approved spot trading for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), removing a key regulatory hurdle and opening U.S. markets to direct spot exposure. The decision is being viewed as a catalyst for increased institutional participation and deeper liquidity.

Hong Kong–based OSL announced it will list XRP, the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, expanding onshore access for retail and institutional traders. The move reinforces exchange-level support for XRP in a regulated market.

Local media report that residents of a North Caucasus republic continue mining cryptocurrencies despite a regional ban, causing over 1 billion rubles in damage to power utilities this year. Authorities warn the illegal activity is straining the grid and may trigger tougher enforcement.