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The Big Legal Issue Blockchain Developers Rarely Discuss
If blockchain projects seek adoption by enterprises, their open-source license will have a material impact on the rate of adoption, say legal experts.

Energy Giant Engie Backs 'Blockchain Studio' With $2.3 Million Funding
French energy firm Engie announced Friday that it will help commercial customers build blockchain platforms with its new "Blockchain Studio" spinoff.

Ripple's General Counsel Exits Startup, Spokesperson Says
Ripple general counsel Brynly Llyr, who joined the firm in 2016 as its top legal officer, has left the firm, a spokesperson told CoinDesk.

Wyre Acquires Bitcoin Smart Contract Derivatives Platform Hedgy
E-payment startup Wyre has acquired bitcoin smart contract developer Hedgy to broaden the scope of its offerings.

Crypto and Stock Trading Startup Robinhood Is Eyeing an IPO
Mobile app Robinhood, which launched a zero-fee crypto trading service this year, is now searching for a CFO as it prepares for an eventual IPO.

Winklevoss Brothers Win Patent for Crypto Key Storage System
Winklevoss IP, LLC has won a patent outlining how it may use air-gapped computers to protect cryptocurrency keys from theft.

Uzbekistan Looks to Lure Crypto Exchanges With New Tax Benefits
Uzbekistan's government is looking to attract crypto exchanges with a number of tax and regulatory benefits, according to a presidential order.

Survey: Nearly 80% of Americans Have Heard of Bitcoin
A YouGov survey of roughly 1,200 Americans found that 48 percent of millennials are interested in using cryptocurrencies as a primary form of payment.

Stock Brokerage EF Hutton to Launch Crypto Reports for 'Confused' Investors
Stock brokerage EF Hutton is launching subscription-based cryptocurrency research reports aimed to educate "confused" investors.

Circle Taps Former US Homeland Security Official as New Legal Chief
Crypto startup Circle has hired a former Department of Homeland Security general counsel as its new chief legal officer.
