This episode covers significant developments in the crypto industry, including HashKey's VASP approval in Ireland, the first MiCA licenses in the Netherlands, and the Czech National Bank's consideration of Bitcoin for reserve diversification. We also discuss the resignation of US CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam and South Korea's new stance on corporate crypto investments.

Sources:

https://bitcoinist.com/asia-crypto-firm-hashkey-vasp-approval-in-ireland/

https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/four-crypto-firms-obtain-first-mica-licenses-in-the-netherlands-signaling-new-eu-regulatory-phase

https://cryptoslate.com/czech-national-bank-considers-bitcoin-for-reserve-diversification/

https://news.shib.io/2025/01/08/us-cftc-chair-rostin-behnam-resigns-calls-for-tighter-crypto-rules/

https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/south-korea-opens-doors-to-corporate-crypto-investments/