The crypto revolution may be happening in real time, but that doesn’t mean that definitions, while not final, can shape our understanding today.
SEC Official Says ‘Dozens’ of Crypto Investigations Underway
Stephanie Avakian, a co-director of the U.S. SEC’s Enforcement Division, said the agency is investigating “dozens” of ICO campaigns.
So Long ICOs, Hello Airdrops: The Free Token Giveaway Craze Is Here
Scrapping public tokens for free airdrops has become the new way crypto issuers are building communities and even keeping themselves out of trouble.
If Crypto Exchanges and ICO Teams Only Had a Brain…
Like a “Wizard of Oz” character, the digital asset industry has all it needs to succeed. Just be transparent, act responsibly, and stand accountable.
Gibraltar Plans to Regulate ICO Tokens as Commercial Products
The government of Gibraltar has released a white paper detailing its plans for the regulation of tokens and token sales.
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.
Google to Ban ICO, Cryptocurrency Ads in June
Google has said it will change its financial product policy in June to effectively ban advertisements related to cryptocurrency and ICOs.
ICOs Go to Washington: What to Expect When Congress Talks Crypto
The U.S. House’s Capital Markets, Securities and Investment subcommittee will explore cryptocurrencies and ICO markets in a hearing on Wednesday.
ICOs Go to Washington: What to Expect When Congress Talks Crypto
The U.S. House’s Capital Markets, Securities and Investment subcommittee will explore cryptocurrencies and ICO markets in a hearing on Wednesday.
OpenBazaar Raises $5 Million from Bitmain, OMERS Ventures
OB1, the development company behind decentralized online marketplace OpenBazaar, has raised $5 million in a Series A funding round.
Report: South Korea Could Ease Its ICO Ban
South Korea’s ban on initial coin offerings (ICOs) could be relaxed in the months ahead, according to a new report.
Malaysian Central Bank Slams ICO for Misleading Logo
A Malaysian initial coin offering organizer has been flagged by the central bank over its unauthorized use of national and institutional symbols.
ICOs: Fix the Problem Before the SEC Fixes It for You
If you sold tokens to unaccredited investors, or otherwise have not complied with the federal securities laws, make it right before the SEC finds you.
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.
Crypto Industry Should Self Regulate, Says CFTC Commissioner
CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz reiterated his position on Wednesday that the crypto industry should establish a self-regulatory organization.
US Officials Praise Blockchain Amid ICO Concerns
Crypto regulation and government applications of blockchain were hot topics at day two of the D.C. Blockchain Summit.
Crypto’s Biggest ICOs Stay Silent on SEC Subpoenas
ICO issuers that have raised $50 million or more in token sales are being tightlipped when it comes to inquiries about SEC subpoenas.
SEC Chair Says ‘We Are Watching’ As Companies Launch ICOs
SEC chairman Jay Clayton explained why token sales qualify as securities offerings in an interview with Fox Business.
Korean Messaging Giant Kakao to Launch Blockchain Subsidiary
South Korean internet giant Kakao, which owns the popular messaging app Kakao Talk, is reportedly moving to integrate blockchain in its business.
What If the SEC Is Going After the SAFT?
Rumors are swirling that the SEC is targeting a notable startup structure for tokens, but no one knows for sure what would happen if it did.