Arizona House Bill 2602, which would protect blockchain node operators from local regulations, was approved by two Senate committees.
Intel Thinks Blockchain Could Power a Next-Gen Media Rights Manager
Tech giant Intel has moved to protect a custom system for digital rights management built on a blockchain.
Peter Thiel: Bitcoin Will Be the ‘One Online Equivalent to Gold’
The co-founder of PayPal says there will be only one online equivalent to gold, and bitcoin, as the ‘biggest’ cryptocurrency, will triumph.
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.
Security Settles on Ethereum in First-of-a-Kind Blockchain Transaction
A structured note is being issued on the ethereum blockchain, with an identical one settled on a traditional clearing house to test the cost savings.
Lithuanian Central Bank Seeks Developers for Blockchain Sandbox
The Bank of Lithuania has called for developer proposals to kick off its service-based blockchain platform called LBChain.
Crypto Featured for First Time in US Congress Economic Report
Congress’ 2018 Joint Economic Report includes a chapter on cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, advocating for wider understanding of the tech.
VEN, BNB, NEM: Lesser-Known Cryptos Outperform Amid Bitcoin Slump
Lesser-known cryptocurrencies like Binance Coin and VeChain managed to score gains this week, despite the broader market sell-off.
New York Power Providers Cleared to Hike Rates for Crypto Miners
Cryptocurrency mining firms in New York State could face higher electricity bills after a ruling from the public utilities regulator.
MIT-Founded Startup Raises $20 Million for Supply Chain Blockchain
Eximchain, a blockchain startup focused on the supply chain industry, has raised an investment of $20 million, ahead of a planned token airdrop.
Israel Bars Crypto Firms from Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Indices
Israel’s securities regulator has said that cryptocurrency-related firms may not be listed on the TASE indices due to high volatility.
Bitcoin May See Relief Rally, But Bottom Still Elusive
Bitcoin may see a corrective rally following losses this week, but it still looks too early to call a bottom.
Singapore Central Bank Touts Blockchain for Cross-Border Payments
The chief of the Monetary Authority of Singapore has spoken of how blockchain’s “strongest” use case is in cross-border settlement.
Crypto Escapes Scrutiny at China’s Annual Consumer Protection Event
Cryptocurrencies were not brought under scrutiny at China’s annual consumer protection event as rumored before.
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.
Royal Bank of Canada Explores Blockchain to Automate Credit Scores
A patent application by the Royal Bank of Canada outlines ways of using a blockchain-based system to make the credit rating process more transparent.
The Crown Prince of Liechtenstein Wants to Invest in Crypto
The Crown Prince of Liechtenstein says his family might invest in cryptocurrencies and that he sees a future for the blockchain.
G20 Reveals Names and Dates for Next Week’s Crypto Talks
Cryptocurrencies are “an important item” on the agenda for next week’s G20 summit, documents show.