When you’re going into business, it’s good to have the regulators on your side.
<h1>Dow Jones Joins With Ethereum-Based Brave Software</h1>
A new partnership between next-generation web browser Brave and the Dow Jones Media Group could introduce new forms of content to online users as well as advance blockchain-based payment technology.
<h1>BOJ Dep. Governor Notes Possible Pitfalls Of Central Bank Digital Currency</h1>
An official with Japan’s central bank has weighed in on the topic of national digital currencies, raising questions about the ripple effects that these instruments might create in a country’s financial system.
<h1>Chilean Court Agrees To Hear Cryptocurrency Exchanges’ Case</h1>
A court in Chile has indicated that it will hear a case brought by three cryptocurrency exchanges that recently had their bank accounts closed.
<h1>Projected MasterCard Hires Will Pursue ‘Innovations In Payments’ Through Blockchain</h1>
The payments giant MasterCard plans to hire 175 new employees, some of whom will work on blockchain-related projects for the company.
<h1>Alibaba’s Taobao Shopping Site To Prohibit Cryptocurrency, Blockchain Listings</h1>
Next week, Taobao will institute a far-reaching ban on cryptocurrency and blockchain-related goods and services, expanding beyond its current prohibition on virtual currencies and related materials.
<h1>After Initial Snag, New Blockchain Investment Fund With Chinese State Ties Launches</h1>
After two failed starts by separate investment funds, a new Chinese blockchain innovation fund has solidified the nation’s long-term commitment to blockchain technology and has over a billion USD in government backing.
<h1>After Initial Snag, New Blockchain Investment Fund With Chinese State Ties Launches</h1>
After two failed starts by separate investment funds, a new Chinese blockchain innovation fund has solidified the nation’s long-term commitment to blockchain technology and has over a billion USD in government backing.
<h1>US Cryptocurrency Tax Liabilities Estimated At $25 Billion After 2017 Mania</h1>
After cryptocurrencies hit record highs in 2017, US investors will be on the hook for approximately $25 billion worth of cryptocurrency-related taxes, according to Fundstrat Global Advisers.
<h1>UK’s Financial Conduct Authority Issues Statement On Cryptocurrency Derivatives Providers</h1>
On Friday, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) addressed its regulatory jurisdiction over UK firms offering cryptocurrency derivatives.
<h1>Bank Of England Exploring DLT Integration For Real Time Gross Settlement</h1>
In an effort to create a more robust system for the sterling settlements of the United Kingdom, the Bank of England is exploring how it can integrate with distributed ledger technologies.
<h1>Massachusetts Securities Division Blocks Five ICOs</h1>
On Tuesday, five companies that sought to conduct initial coin offerings (ICOs) in Massachusetts were ordered not to sell unregistered or non-exempt securities in the state.
<h1>ESMA Institutes 2:1 Leverage Limit For Cryptocurrency CFDs</h1>
On Tuesday, the European Securities and Markets Authority published leveraging standards for CFDs and barred the sale of binary options to retail investors.
<h1>GAO Assesses FinTech, DLT Landscape</h1>
On Thursday, the Government Accountability Office offered an in-depth examination of distributed ledger technology (DLT) and accompanying financial regulation. The GAO found that 1) DLT remains in its infancy and 2) inconsistent and complicated regulation may threaten to suffocate development.
<h1>JPMorgan Chase Considers Independence For Quorum</h1>
To encourage the adoption of Quorum, JPMorgan Chase is thinking about making the platform a separate company.
<h1>Internal Revenue Service Reminds Taxpayers To Report Cryptocurrency Gains</h1>
Circle April 17, 2018, in your calendars – that’s the deadline to file 2017 returns and pay any taxes due to the IRS. And don’t forget about cryptocurrency gains either!
<h1>Fujitsu Inaugurates International Blockchain Innovation Center In Brussels</h1>
Fujitsu has signaled its long-term commitment to blockchain technology with the inauguration of its European Blockchain Innovation Center to be built in Belgium.
<h1>Hong Kong SFC Apparently Halts Black Cell Initial Coin Offering</h1>
On Monday, Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission announced that Black Cell Technology Limited halted its initial coin offering to the Hong Kong public after regulatory action. Although Black Cell’s ICO terms and conditions now bar Hong Kong investors, its website and fundraising mechanism appear to remain functional.
<h1>FTC Creates Blockchain Working Group</h1>
On Friday, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) established a blockchain working group, which will facilitate external coordination on enforcement actions among other responsibilities.
<h1>Japan’s FSA Hosted Blockchain Roundtable For Central Banks, Regulators</h1>
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has hosted a closed-door meeting between financial authorities and blockchain stakeholders from around the globe. Attendees discussed issues relating to security, consumer protection, and more.
