Sweetbridge’s CEO met face-to-face with the SEC and came away with a sense the regulator is open to figuring out the best rules for the industry.
Cboe Prods SEC on Bitcoin ETF Approval in New Letter
In a new letter, Cboe Global Markets president Chris Concannon addresses some of the SEC’s concerns about bitcoin derivatives markets.
Waiting Game? Why Coinbase Won’t Add New Cryptos Anytime Soon
Adding new cryptocurrencies is a “top priority” for Coinbase, and it’s becoming more clear how the exchange makes decisions about which to support.
Olympic Gold Medalist Apolo Ohno Has a Problem With Crypto
Olympian Apolo Ohno may have just launched a cryptocurrency exchange, but he isn’t pulling punches when talking about his industry vision.
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.
So Long ICOs, Hello Airdrops: The Free Token Giveaway Craze Is Here
Scrapping public tokens for free airdrops has become the new way crypto issuers are building communities and even keeping themselves out of trouble.
US Government to Submit ‘Oversized’ Argument in ICO Fraud Case
U.S. prosecutors are planning an “oversized” response to a motion to dismiss in an ongoing – and potentially precedent-setting – ICO fraud lawsuit.
Spooked By SEC, Video Streaming ICO Halts Airdrop
Stream had a plan to launch its product, sell its tokens to investors and give away 500 million more. That’s all on hold now, as SEC action looms.
KODAKCoin Backers Warn SEC Could Restrict Token Trading
A new “light paper” says the token could face “significant restrictions” should the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) deem it a security.
Compliant ICOs? Bitcoin OGs Launch Regulated Token Sale Service
TokenSoft is today launching its white-label ICO solution with built-in regulatory frameworks that flexibly cater for different nations’ rules.
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.
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.
SEC Chair Says ‘We Are Watching’ As Companies Launch ICOs
SEC chairman Jay Clayton explained why token sales qualify as securities offerings in an interview with Fox Business.
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.
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.
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.
TechCrunch Founder’s Crypto Fund Subpoenaed By SEC
Michael Arrington’s crypto-fund has reportedly been subpoenaed by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Overstock Defends tZero ICO: SEC Subpoenaed ‘Everyone Else’
Overstock is pushing back against the idea an inquiry into its tZero ICO is part of a broader SEC effort to crackdown on poor industry practices.
US Regional Banks Begin to Cite Crypto as Business Risk
It’s not just America’s biggest banks that are worried about cryptocurrency adoption, public filings show.
SEC ICO Probe Underway, But Stories Conflict on Extent of Sweep
The Securities and Exchange Commission has been “shotgunning” subpoenas to token sellers, advisors, investors and exchanges. What will come of it all?