Lithuania’s central bank has said it is probing Bankera’s initial coin offering after determining that the token offered counts as a security.
No, Not All ICOs Are Securities
A recent op-ed paints all ICOs with the same brush, claiming every one of them offers securities subject to SEC scrutiny. That is simply not the case.
Crypto Regulation? Not Anytime Soon, Says White House Official
The White House cybersecurity coordinator said crypto regulation is still far from becoming a reality.
Swiss Finance Regulator to Treat Some ICO Tokens As Securities
Switzerland’s financial regulator has released new guidelines indicating it will treat some initial coin offerings (ICOs) as securities.
SEC Suspends 3 Companies Claiming Crypto Connection
The SEC has temporarily halted trading of three companies after comments they made about cryptocurrency and blockchain-related business moves.
Japan’s Finance Watchdog to Inspect 15 Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges
The Japanese government said today that inspections will take place at 15 unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges in light of a recent major hack.
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.
CFTC Chief: US Should Tread Lightly on Crypto Exchanges
The head of the CFTC told lawmakers Thursday that any federal approach to crypto regulation should be “carefully tailored” to the risks involved.
CFTC Joins SEC In Warning Against Crypto Pump-and-Dumps
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Thursday issued a warning about cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes.
China’s Crypto Exchanges Yank Token Listings Amid ICO Ban Fallout
China has banned ICOs – and the country’s exchanges are quickly moving to adapt to the new reality.
Bitcoin’s Price is Nearing All-Time Highs, But Market Confidence Isn’t
While the price of bitcoin is within striking distance of all-time highs set in March, worries about the state of the network’s infrastructure are combining to depress sentiment. Chief among concerns are the ongoing issues at British Virgin Islands-based digital currency exchange Bitfinex, as the market’s dominant US dollar exchange saw banking problems appear seemingly […]
Another Central Bank in Africa is Warning About Onecoin
Uganda’s central bank has a new warning for local residents: stay away from Onecoin, a digital currency scheme widely accused of being a scam.
The Promise and Pitfalls of Crypto Crowdfunding
New initiatives by Swarm are trying to push crypto-based crowdfunding forward. But are they the solution?
Expresscoin Expands Into Canada, Offers Debit Card Payments
Digital currency retailer Expresscoin now offers Canadians the opportunity to purchase bitcoin and several altcoins by debit card.
Bolivia’s Central Bank Bans Bitcoin
El Banco Central de Bolivia has issued statements formally banning any currency not issued by the state, including bitcoin.
500 Developers Already Signed Up for MaidSafe Project
A host of developers has registered to build applications and services for the company’s encrypted and decentralized Internet platform.
Thai Bitcoin Exchange Reopens with Enhanced Services
After a period of regulatory uncertainty, Bitcoin.co.th has relaunched as a full exchange.
Bitcoin Price Drops 10% as Chinese Exchanges Stop Bank Deposits
Bitcoin prices sank under $403 after several Chinese exchanges made public announcements on their sites.
Cryptsy Founder Paul Vernon on Worthy Altcoins, Pre-Mining and Compliance
The exchange currently trades 157 cryptocurrencies and 70,000 active users, but it hasn’t added fiat currency – yet.
Kim Dotcom Launches Political Party, Proposes National Cryptocurrency
Tech entrepreneur and web bad boy Kim Dotcom is back in the news, having launched the ‘Internet Party’.