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Commentary: CoinDesk Covers the 2020 US Election and Crypto Impact
CoinDesk is covering Election 2020 live, with real-time analysis of its impact on the crypto space.
Here Are the 2020 US Election Races Crypto Should Watch
Lawmakers who are important to the crypto industry are on the ballot this year. CoinDesk is tracking these races for Election 2020.
The Crypto Industry Remains Mostly Unengaged in Election 2020
The cryptocurrency industry did not get heavily engaged in this year’s election, either via donations or lobbying.
Election 2020: What’s at Stake for the Crypto Industry
While neither major Presidential candidate is campaigning on a crypto platform, who they appoint to head up federal agencies will shape policy for years to come.
Ethereum Dev Virgil Griffith's Attorney Files Motion to Dismiss Charges of Aiding North Korea
The motion, filed by Brian Klein, claims the indictment of Griffith doesn't "specify any alleged overt facts," and contains no actual allegation of fact.
US Moves to Cast a Wider Net for Catching Money Launderers, Crypto or Otherwise
The Fed and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network want to lower the threshold for reporting financial transactions and make sure crypto is included.
DOJ’s Crypto Framework Is ‘a Complete Disaster’ for Digital Privacy Rights
The U.S. Department of Justice's enforcement framework may pose a serious threat to the digital privacy rights of crypto users.
Kik Must Pay SEC $5M, Judge Rules, Ending Yearlong Battle Over $100M ICO
Kik will pay $5 million in penalties as part of a proposed settlement with the SEC, which sued the messaging app last year.
Major Meeting of Central Banks Produces Same Old 'Evaluating' CBDCs Refrain
CBDCs continue to draw attention from central bankers, but panelists at an IMF event – including the Federal Reserve – do not expect to see their nations launch one soon.
IMF Says CBDCs Have Potential, but Don't Solve Every Issue
Countries might benefit from issuing central bank digital currencies, but they’re not a panacea for every ailment, a new IMF report says.
