Steve Bannon, the former White House strategist and right-wing firebrand, is now touting the liberating potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain.
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.
Cryptos Are Commodities, Rules US Judge In CFTC Case
A U.S. district judge has backed the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission in defining cryptocurrencies as commodities.
Ex-CFTC Chief: Even Republicans Are Pushing for Crypto Regulation
The former head of the CFTC is speaking out about what he sees as the broad interest U.S. politicians have in regulating the crypto markets.
PBoC’s Yao: Chinese Digital Currency Should Be Crypto-Inspired
Yao Qian, digital currency research director at PBoC thinks a central bank digital currency should incorporate some features of cryptocurrency.
Ex-IMF Economist: Bitcoin Could Drop to $100 in the Next Decade
Economist Kenneth Rogoff said Tuesday that he expects bitcoin’s price will decrease by 2028.
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.
Bitconnect Promoter Claims FBI Investigating Defunct Crypto Scheme
Bitconnect promoter Trevon James confirmed Monday that he is speaking with an FBI agent over his involvement with the defunct investment scheme.
North Carolina Orders Crypto Mining Firm to Halt Share Sale
North Carolina deems passive mining pool “shares” are unregistered securities.
FinCEN: Money Transmitter Rules Apply to ICO Developers, Exchanges
According to a letter released today, FinCEN believes that companies launching token sales qualify as money transmitters, and must register as such.
Illinois Has Been Quietly Considering Bitcoin for Tax Payments
Three U.S. states – Illinois, Arizona and Georgia – are now actively considering bills to allow tax payments made in cryptocurrency.
Caixin: China Blocking Crypto Exchanges on Social Media
Chinese regulators are reportedly blocking social media accounts held by cryptocurrency exchanges that still offer services in the country.
Blockchain Needs Some Centralization, Says Chinese SEC Official
An official from China’s Securities Regulatory Commission said complete decentralization is not the best way to reap blockchain’s benefits.
Brazil Regulators Move to Block Bitcoin Mining Investments
The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission has declared a bitcoin mining company to be unlawfully offering securities.
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.
Coinbase Hit by Lawsuit Over Alleged Insider Trading
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has been hit by a class action lawsuit over alleged insider trading during its launch of bitcoin cash trading.
China’s Biggest Political Event Sees Talk of Blockchain’s Potential
At China’s annual “Two Sessions” political event, policy advisors have made a wide range of comments on the future of blockchain in the country.
TechCrunch Founder’s Crypto Fund Subpoenaed By SEC
Michael Arrington’s crypto-fund has reportedly been subpoenaed by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The US Government Wants to Keep $5.5 Million in Seized Bitcoin
The U.S. Attorney’s Office could soon confiscate another 500 bitcoins that have been seized from alleged ID forgers in Ohio.
UK Central Bank to Clamp Down on Crypto Money Laundering
The head of the Bank of England has said that the institution will step up its efforts to combat cryptocurrency money laundering.