CertiK Releases 2026 Global Digital Asset Regulatory Report: Anti-Money Laundering Enforcement Intensifies, Smart Contract Auditing Becomes a Requirements for Entry.

Web3 security company CertiK released its "2026 Digital Asset Regulatory Status" report, systematically outlining global regulatory trends. The report shows that as of April 2026, regulatory frameworks in major jurisdictions such as the US, EU, Hong Kong, and Singapore have been largely implemented, and the industry is entering a phase of comprehensive compliance. The report indicates that anti-money laundering enforcement has replaced securities classification as the primary regulatory risk, with global anti-money laundering-related fines exceeding $900 million in the first half of 2025. Transaction monitoring capabilities have become a core compliance requirement. Meanwhile, smart contract security audits are evolving from industry best practices to entry requirements, becoming a prerequisite for licensing and token listing. Furthermore, global stablecoin regulatory frameworks are converging, generally establishing principles such as full reserves and licensed issuance; however, differences in cross-jurisdictional regulations still present compliance challenges. The report points out that with regulatory convergence and strengthened enforcement, the industry has entered an era of "strong compliance." CertiK states that the core issue facing companies is shifting from "whether they are compliant" to "whether they can quickly build and implement compliance capabilities." Holding licenses in multiple locations, investing in anti-money laundering measures, and undergoing continuous security audits are becoming fundamental requirements for institutional development.