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Tensions Rising at Facebook Libra as Backers Consider Quitting: Report
23.8.2019
Several backers of Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency project are said to be considering backing out due to growing "pushback" from regulators
7,000+ Sign Petition Against Drafted Cash Restrictions in Australia
22.8.2019
An online petition against proposed limits on transactions of over 10,000 AUD in Australia has gathered more than 7,000 signatures
As Coordinated Sell-Offs Strike Altcoins, How Do Exchanges Respond?
22.8.2019
Exchanges are once again in the spotlight for manipulation after XRP’s price crashed following a sell-off. See how exchanges are responding, and what can be done
OPSkins Group and WAX Summoned to California Court Over 2017 ICO
21.8.2019
California court summons OPSkins and WAX over fraud allegations connected with WAX token’s 2017 ICO
Ukraine: Crypto Miners Arrested for Compromising Nuclear Plant Security
21.8.2019
Crypto miners created a security threat in a power plant by leaking info on its protection system
SEC Approves Blockchain Tech Startup Securitize to Record Stock Transfers
21.8.2019
Token issuance tech provider Securitize has registered as a transfer agent with the SEC, a move it says will boost blockchain adoption
Indian Supreme Court Orders RBI to Answer Crypto Exchanges, New Date Set
21.8.2019
After hearing the arguments against the banking restriction by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in detail, the Indian supreme court directed the central bank to reply to the representations filed by crypto exchanges. Since the RBI has not adequately answered them, the court set a new date to resume...
US Secretary of State Says Crypto Should Be Regulated Like SWIFT Transactions
21.8.2019
Michael Pompeo has said he believes that cryptocurrencies should be regulated in the same way as electronic financial transactions
Facebook Libra Already Facing an EU Antitrust Probe: Report
21.8.2019
Facebook is reportedly already under investigation by the EU over antitrust issues related to its Libra cryptocurrency project
ICO Rating Settles With SEC Over Alleged Anti-Touting Violations
21.8.2019
The U.S. SEC reaches a $268,998 settlement with ICO Rating over alleged violations of anti-touting provisions of the Securities Act of 1933
US Secretary of State Wants to Regulate BTC Like Other E-Transactions
20.8.2019
U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo believes that Bitcoin should be regulated the same way as other electronic financial transactions
Blockchain Firm Veritaseum Calls for Assets to Be Unfrozen in SEC Response
20.8.2019
Veritaseum has officially responded to the SEC's claims it sold illegal securities and called for its funds to be unfrozen to protect investors
It Took 18 Months, But This Blockchain Securities Firm Got the Nod From FINRA
20.8.2019
FINRA has approved iownit as a broker-dealer, clearing the firm to offer digital securities on a private Hyperledger blockchain
RBI Defends Its Power Over Crypto in Indian Supreme Court
20.8.2019
The Indian supreme court heard the case against the crypto banking restriction by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in detail Tuesday. After many arguments challenging the RBI’s power over crypto were presented, the counsel for the central bank began making the case against cryptocurrency. Also...
New York Court Rules That State Attorney Has Jurisdiction Over Bitfinex
20.8.2019
The New York State Supreme Court has ruled that Bitfinex is in the jurisdiction of the state’s Attorney General
Israeli Regulator Looking to Fast Track 2,000 Fintech License Applications
19.8.2019
Over 2,000 fintech and blockchain-businesses are currently seeking licenses from the federal regulator
Fiat Lite vs. Freedom Maximalist: The Two Types of Bitcoiner
19.8.2019
As regulation continues growing exponentially for cryptocurrencies worldwide, a chasm is yawning ever deeper between supporters. On the one hand, many yearn for massive adoption and clear regulations so they can get on with their trading, and get on with their lives – not to mention...
US Lawmakers to Discuss Facebook Libra on Swiss Visit: Report
19.8.2019
Congresswoman Maxine Waters and other U.S. lawmakers will discuss Facebook's crypto project with the Swiss data privacy chief this week
Philippines Increasingly Crypto Friendly – A Look at Driving Forces
18.8.2019
There are many reasons why the Philippines is becoming increasingly crypto-friendly. Not only has its central bank registered more crypto exchanges recently, but the Securities and Exchange Commission has also been actively finalizing crypto guidelines. The country has an active crypto community...
IRS Revoking Passports Shows How Government Erodes Everything We Hold Dear
17.8.2019
If you have outstanding tax debt, the IRS may now want to take your passport. For U.S. crypto holders still waiting on promised IRS guidelines for filing — especially those overseas who may have missed these warning memos — the over 400,000 agency notifications issued since February...