A Georgia bill to enable tax payments through cryptocurrencies failed to get out of committee, one of the measure’s sponsors said.
Liechtenstein to Avoid ‘Excessive’ Blockchain Regulation: Prime Minister
Liechtenstein’s government is drafting blockchain legislation, but will not be heavy-handed, Prime Minister Adrian Hasler has told CoinDesk.
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.
Philippines Lawmaker Seeks Tougher Penalties for Crypto Crimes
A senator in the Philippines is hoping to usher in harsher penalties for crimes that involve cryptocurrencies.
Tennessee Is Closer to Barring Retirement Funds from Crypto Investments
The Tennessee Senate Ways and Means Committee has voted to advance a bill banning public retirement trusts from investing in cryptocurrencies.
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.
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.
Mexican Lawmakers Pass Cryptocurrency Regulation Bill
Mexico is now just one step away from passing a law that will regulate fintech including cryptocurrencies in the country.
A Ray of Hope for Utility Tokens
Wyoming’s utility token bill, if enacted, is likely to be influential beyond its borders, as a model for other states and for the federal government.
State Smart Contract Laws? If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It
State-level legislation governing smart contracts in the U.S. would be redundant at best and could potentially undermine the growth of the industry.
Georgia Becomes Latest State to Consider Bitcoin for Tax Payments
Two state senators in Georgia have proposed a new bill that would allow citizens to pay their tax obligations in bitcoin.
Crypto Nodes Are One Step Closer to Legal Protection in Arizona
The Arizona House of Representatives passed a bill protecting blockchain node operators from local restrictions.
Wyoming House Approves Utility Token Securities Exemptions Bill
The Wyoming House of Representatives has unanimously passed a bill exempting some utility tokens from securities regulations.
Spanish Government Eyes Tax Benefits for Crypto Companies
Spain’s ruling political party is reportedly drafting legislation that it hopes will help woo cryptocurrency and blockchain companies to the country.