A publicly traded company that saw its stock price soar after announcing a crypto startup acquisition has been sued by the SEC.
Bitmain Confirms Release of First Ethereum ASIC Miners
Bitcoin mining hardware firm Bitmain unveiled its long-rumored ethereum mining tech on Monday.
Ether Drops Below $400 to Hit Lowest Price Since November
The price of ether, the cryptocurrency of the ethereum network, fell below $400 on Thursday for the first time since November.
Report: Korean Insurer Denies Claim from Bankrupt Crypto Exchange
A South Korean cryptocurrency exchange has reportedly had its insurance claim denied months after it closed following a debilitating hack.
Report: 2 Japanese Crypto Exchanges to Shut Down
Two crypto exchanges in Japan are reportedly set to close amid growing regulatory scrutiny from regulators in the wake of a $500 million theft.
Ford Patent Envisions Car-to-Car Crypto Transactions
A patent awarded to Ford suggests the U.S. automaker is considering cryptocurrency as a way to help cars on the road communicate and reduce traffic.
Steven Seagal and Bitcoiin Founders ‘Exit’ As ICO Ends
Steven Seagal will no longer serve as brand ambassador for the “Bitcoiin” cryptocurrency.
The US Postal Service Is Looking at Backing Up Data With Blockchain
The U.S. Postal Service is eyeing blockchain as part of a system for establishing digital trust, newly published patent documents indicate.
US Trade Regulator Shuts Down Crypto Investment Scheme Promoters
A U.S. district court has issued a restraining order against four individuals accused of operating a string of cryptocurrency investment schemes.
Bitcoin Drops Below $8K Amid Crypto Market Sell-Off
The price of bitcoin fell below $8,000 during early-hours trading on Thursday, its lowest total since early February.
Bitcoin Price Sheds $800 In Drop to 1-Month Low
Bitcoin hit a one-month low on Wednesday as its price slipped below $8,300 during afternoon trading.
Strong Words, Little Action: ICOs Draw Fire at US Congress Hearing
Members of the House of Representatives held a hearing to determine what, if any, regulations are needed in the ICO space.
Central Bank Digital Currencies Could Fuel Bank Runs, BIS Says
A central bank-issued digital currency could fuel faster bank runs during periods of financial stability,ย the BIS said Monday.
Crypto Miner Genesis Hit With Cease-And-Desist Order
Genesis Mining has been ordered to stop operating in the state of South Carolina, according to a cease-and-desist order released last week.
KODAKCoin Backers Warn SEC Could Restrict Token Trading
A new “light paper” says the token could face “significant restrictions” should the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) deem it a security.
US Congress to Discuss ICOs in Hearing Next Week
A subcommittee of the House of Representatives Financial Services Committee is set to hold a hearing next week on cryptocurrencies and ICOs.
Arizona’s Bitcoin Tax Bill Just Got a Big Vote of Confidence
A committee in the Arizona House of Representatives has recommended the passage of a bill allowing state residents to pay their tax bills in bitcoin.
Mt Gox Trustee Sells $400 Million in Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash
Mt Gox’s bankruptcy trustee has sold $400 million worth of cryptocurrencies in the past few months.
Wyoming ‘Utility Token’ Bill Heads to Governor for Approval
Wyoming’s State Senate has cleared a bill that creates exemptions for certain types of blockchain tokens.
Illinois Has Been Quietly Considering Bitcoin for Tax Payments
Three U.S. states โ Illinois, Arizona and Georgia โ are now actively considering bills to allow tax payments made in cryptocurrency.