OKEx has halted token withdrawal and futures trading amid irregular activities that pulled down bitcoin futures price significantly.
Scammers Are Posing As Crypto Exchange Support Staff, Says FBI
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center warned against criminals who pretend to be tech support for crypto exchanges.
UK Financial Watchdog Warns Over Unregistered Crypto Brokerage
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority has warned investors over an unregistered brokerage that appears to be offering crypto-related derivatives.
China’s Central Bank Eyes Crypto as Possible Yuan Risk
The People’s Bank of China says cryptocurrencies will be a top priority for the agency this year, in an effort to protect the national currency.
What It’s Really Like to Talk to the SEC About Your ICO
Sweetbridge’s CEO met face-to-face with the SEC and came away with a sense the regulator is open to figuring out the best rules for the industry.
Judge Backs FTC Asset Freeze in Crypto Fraud Case
U.S. Magistrate Lurana Snow has recommended that a preliminary injunction be enforced against four alleged scammers.
Blockchain Tops 2017 Fintech Enquiries, Says Swiss Finance Regulator
Enquiries around blockchain, cryptocurrency and ICOs in Switzerland have increased significantly, according the country’s financial regulator, FINMA.
Chinese Blockchain Funding Center Plan Scrapped Over Regulatory Issues
A Chinese investment association has scrapped a previously reported plan to launch a funding center to boost blockchain development in the country.
US Futures Self-Regulator Reminds Members to Report Crypto Activities
A U.S. futures self-regulator is reminding its members the obligation of reporting any involvement in bitcoin or bitcoin derivatives transactions.
A G20 Crypto Policy? Let’s Hope It’s a Pipe Dream
The world’s economic leaders are seeking a globally coordinated policy on cryptocurrencies. This could take a while. But that may be just as well.
Massachusetts Halts 5 ICOs on ‘Unregistered Securities’ Grounds
The U.S. state of Massachusetts halted five token sales, alleging all involved the sale of unregistered securities.
EU Markets Watchdog Toughens Rules on Crypto Derivatives
The EU markets watchdog has agreed a temporarily change in the leverage limts for cryptocurrency derivative contracts in the region.
Australia Seeks Public Input on Crypto Tax Guidelines
The Australian government is looking for public feedbacks to make sure crypto investors will not have excuse for not meeting their tax liability.
Child Porn On Bitcoin? Why This Doesn’t Mean What You Think
Bitcoin isn’t illegal, but SESTA-FOSTA could be used to sue miners or node operators depending on what they store in the blockchain.
Cboe Prods SEC on Bitcoin ETF Approval in New Letter
In a new letter, Cboe Global Markets president Chris Concannon addresses some of the SEC’s concerns about bitcoin derivatives markets.
Waiting Game? Why Coinbase Won’t Add New Cryptos Anytime Soon
Adding new cryptocurrencies is a “top priority” for Coinbase, and it’s becoming more clear how the exchange makes decisions about which to support.
Crypto Exchange Huobi Registers With FinCEN Ahead of US Launch
Huobi’s U.S. division is planning to roll out its crypto-to-crypto trading service for U.S. investors in May.
UK Government Minister Calls for ‘Proportionate’ Crypto Rules
John Glen, the U.K. minister who oversees the financial sector, says regulation could lead to “a stable, flourishing” crypto exchange in London.
Quebec Pushes Hydropower Utility to Halt New Bitcoin Mines
Quebec is temporarily suspending new cryptomining operations from setting up facilities in its low-cost power region.
Smart Contracts Now Recognized Under Tennessee Law
Tennessee has officially approved the use of a blockchain to store legally binding contracts and signatures.