The US Treasury Department has just published five tips for building blockchain projects based on lessons learned during work on a proof-of-concept.
Russian Government Resolves Disagreement on Draft Crypto Law
The Bank of Russia and the country’s Finance Ministry have reportedly resolved a disagreement over the specifics of a proposed cryptocurrency law.
Meet the New York Lawmaker Who Wants to Replace the BitLicense
There’s a new New York lawmaker on the scene and he wants to end a years-long policy that has held back crypto startups in the state.
Olympic Gold Medalist Apolo Ohno Has a Problem With Crypto
Olympian Apolo Ohno may have just launched a cryptocurrency exchange, but he isn’t pulling punches when talking about his industry vision.
DOJ, SEC Argue Vague Laws No Excuse for ICO Fraud
The U.S. government has pushed back against an effort to dismiss the charges in an ongoing initial coin offering (ICO) fraud lawsuit.
Tough Tokens: Theranos Fraud Holds Harsh Lessons for Crypto
While cryptocurrencies aren’t companies, the Elizabeth Holmes case serves as a reminder you should ignore the charisma of founders.
Israeli Regulator: Utility Tokens Shouldn’t Be Deemed Securities
The Israel Securities Authority also proposed an ICO sandbox in a recent report now in the hands of the agency’s chair, who will decide how to proceed
France’s Central Bank: Keep Financial Institutions Out of Crypto
A report from the Bank of France advocates strict regulations for crypto-assets, including a ban on activity by banks, insurers and trust companies.
UK Government Announces New Cryptocurrency Research Effort
The U.K. government will launch new research aimed to explore the potential risks posed by cryptocurrencies, a minister has said.
Trump Orders New Sanctions Against Venezuela’s National Cryptocurrency
A report Monday indicated that US President Trump might sanction Venezuela and its petro token.
US Trade Regulator Launches Blockchain Working Group
The Federal Trade Commission has formed a working group to examine the ways in which blockchain and cryptocurrencies will affect its missions.
Chinese Stock Exchange Probes Firm’s Blockchain Claim Amid Stock Rally
A public company in China is being questioned over a blockchain claim that appeared to drive a rally in its stock price.
Twitter Will Ban Cryptocurrency Ads in Two Weeks, Says Report
Following in the footsteps of Facebook and Google, Twitter is reportedly planning a ban on advertisements related to cryptocurrencies.
Mt Gox Trustee Denies $400 Million Sale Caused Bitcoin Price Slump
The bankruptcy trustee for the defunct Mt. Gox exchange has denied that the sale of $400 million in BTC and BCH caused the recent drop in prices.
Plattsburgh’s Crypto Mining Ban Could End Earlier Than Expected
Plattsburgh imposed an 18-month halt on new commercial cryptomining operations, but indicated it could end sooner if protections are put in place.
Carney On Eve of G20: Cryptos Don’t Pose Risks to Financial Stability
A group of central bank regulators and government ministers said Sunday that cryptocurrencies don’t pose a risk to global financial stability.
Arizona’s Blockchain ‘Node Rights’ Law Is Nearing Passage
Arizona House Bill 2602, which would protect blockchain node operators from local regulations, was approved by two Senate committees.
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.
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.
Kodak Could Earn $5 Million for ICO Brand Licensing Deal
Kodak licensed its brand out to WENN Digital for the KODAKCoin token, which could net the onetime photography giant between $2 and $5 million.