GMO says unauthorized access affected Onamae.com Desktop Cloud, leading to server suspensions from October 21 and a compensation plan for unauthorized transactions. Its primary disclosures do not confirm reported ransom demands or a public customer-data leak.

A reported discussion within Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party examined clearer legal treatment of cryptoassets, including privately held tokens and the possible use of stablecoins for tax payments. No bill has been filed and no formal regulatory process has been identified.

The FCA has opened the application window for the UK’s forthcoming crypto regime. Firms must apply by February 28, 2027, ahead of the framework’s reported October 25, 2027 launch.

Supplied research indicates that an ESMA Opinion calls on MiCA-authorised crypto firms to cease services involving non-compliant ARTs and EMTs for EU clients, except for limited wind-down activities.

A reported National Assembly discussion has revived debate over delaying South Korea’s digital-asset tax again, but the current baseline remains January 1, 2027. A shift to 2029 is still only a proposal.

A supplied report says South Korea’s Democratic Party discussed delaying planned crypto taxation before presenting its position to the government, citing concerns over fairness and overseas exchange data.

France

Multiple reports say the OCC finalized its GENIUS Act stablecoin rule on October 21, establishing a January 18, 2027 effective date and an OCC-reviewed application path for covered issuers.

A reported SEC staff FAQ says covered venues for tokenized U.S. stocks must provide 30 days’ public notice before launching, while certain third-party-tokenized shares could be subject to a separate objection period.

Canada has reportedly opened consultation on proposed stablecoin rules requiring Bank of Canada registration, 1:1 backing and Canadian custody. Comments are said to close on December 23, 2026.