Cryptocurrency mixers face a dilemma between preserving financial privacy freedom or embracing increased compliance measures to avoid U.S. scrutiny.
Stablecoin bill is a ‘no-brainer’ — Consensys director on US legislation
Consensys’ senior counsel and director of global regulatory matters, Bill Hughes, spoke at the North American Blockchain Summit on crypto bills and their role in politics.
Bim Afolami takes the reins on UK crypto policy as new Economic Secretary
Under U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, former Economic Secretary Andrew Griffith will become the next minister of state in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
NIST establishes AI Safety Institute Consortium in response to Biden executive order
Documentation from NIST states the consortium will adopt a “broad human-centered focus” with “specific policies.”
Crypto advocates weigh on race for next US House Speaker
Lawmakers are scheduled to return to the House of Representatives on Oct. 11 to vote on a replacement for Speaker Kevin McCarthy, whose position has been vacant for a week.
Industry leaders and policymakers weigh in on a potential US gov’t shutdown
A U.S. government shutdown is not inevitable, but even if one lasts for just hours or days, lawmakers’ priorities on their return may not be digital assets.
Industry leaders and policymakers weigh in on a potential US gov’t shutdown
A U.S. government shutdown is not inevitable, but even if one lasts for just hours or days, lawmakers’ priorities on their return may not be digital assets.
Industry leaders and policymakers weigh in on a potential US gov’t shutdown
A U.S. government shutdown is not inevitable, but even if one lasts for just hours or days, lawmakers’ priorities on their return may not be digital assets.
Former White House official will lead Ripple’s policy and government arm
Ripple’s newest head of U.S. public policy previously worked in similar roles at Softbank Group, Zoom, and Lyft following six years in government.
Google launches Digital Futures Project with $20M in grants to support ‘responsible AI’
The launch comes ahead of a series of AI forums to be hosted by U.S. Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer.
Coinbase signals EU, Canada, Brazil, Singapore and Australia as priorities
The crypto exchange’s focus on non-U.S. markets is part of a next phase in its expansion plans, said the firm.
US lawmakers press SEC and FINRA on Prometheum’s broker-dealer approval
Members of the House Financial Services Committee questioned the “timing and circumstances” of FINRA approving Prometheum’s special purpose broker-dealer license in May.
Blockchain Association calls for investigation into Prometheum over alleged ‘sweetheart’ SEC deal
The group raised concerns over Prometheum’s changing position on crypto regulatory clarity and under what circumstances the firm obtained a special purpose broker-dealer license.
Shakeup at Polygon Labs: President will step down and chief legal officer will become CEO
The change in leadership came as the platform has been preparing a set of upgrades branded “Polygon 2.0”.
Pakistan aims to produce 1 million AI-trained IT graduates by 2027
The policy framework showcases Pakistan’s willingness to integrate AI for public and national betterment. The country has set 15 targets with timelines ranging from 2023 to 2028.
US university gets $20M to create new AI institute
The U.S.-based university Carnegie Mellon received $20 million in federal funding to create a brand new AI institute aimed at shaping public policy.
Coinbase establishes advisory council with former US lawmakers
Former Senator Patrick Toomey, former Representative Tim Ryan, former Representative Sean Patrick Maloney, and others will advise Coinbase on crypto policies.
President Biden announces nominations for key positions at Federal Reserve
Leadership at the Fed will likely have an impact on how the U.S. government handles the potential issuance of a central bank digital currency.
Romania harnesses AI for data-driven policy recommendations
Officials in Romania have created and employed an AI-powered robot to source community concerns and turn the collected data into policy recommendations.
OpenAI CEO to testify before Congress alongside ‘AI pause’ advocate and IBM exec
AI experts from IBM, NYU, and OpenAI will testify before the U.S. Senate on May 16 in a hearing entitled “Oversight of A.I.: Rules for Artificial Intelligence.”