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US Rep: Congress Must 'Push Back' Against Blockchain Overregulation

"Keeping the dogs at bay" is Rep. Tom Emmer's goal. The Congressional Blockchain Caucus member worries overzealous regulation could stifle innovation.

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Regulators Could 'Take Away' Blockchain's Efficiencies, Congressman Warns

Rep. David Schweikert, co-chair of the Congressional Blockchain Caucus, talked about challenges facing mainstream adoption in a speech Thursday.

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Crypto Industry Should Self Regulate, Says CFTC Commissioner

CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz reiterated his position on Wednesday that the crypto industry should establish a self-regulatory organization.

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US Officials Praise Blockchain Amid ICO Concerns

Crypto regulation and government applications of blockchain were hot topics at day two of the D.C. Blockchain Summit.

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Bitmain Wants to Invest in Blockchain-Powered 'Central Banks'

Bitmain CEO Jihan Wu said the bitcoin mining hardware giant intends to invest in as many as 30 startups working to create "private central banks."

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Jihan Wu to Talk Central Bank Crypto at DC Summit

The Chamber of Digital Commerce's D.C. Blockchain Summit will also host notable speakers from the public and private sectors.

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Brazil Regulators Move to Block Bitcoin Mining Investments

The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission has declared a bitcoin mining company to be unlawfully offering securities.

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Coinbase Taps Former LinkedIn Exec to Lead Acquisitions Efforts

Coinbase has hired former LinkedIn executive Emilie Choi to lead its global mergers and acquisitions.

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Overwinter Is Coming: Zcash Moves Closer to First-Ever Hard Fork

A new software release prepares zcash for its upcoming hard fork that is set to activate in June.

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Walmart Wants Blockchain to Make Shipping 'Smarter'

Walmart is seeking a patent for a "smart package" that would use blockchain technology to track physical goods through their shipping journey.

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