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Crypto Tax Software Startup Libra Raises $7.8 Million

Blockchain startup Libra has raised $7.8 million in a new Series A funding round, the company announced today.

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Ex-SEC Lawyer Predicts 'Assembly Line' for ICO Enforcement

A former lawyer for the SEC discusses the way forward for ICO regulation, warning that an "assembly line" of actions could be on the way.

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Are Tokens Like Gold? Attorneys Ask Tough Questions on ICOs

The SEC and the CFTC? A panel of top ICO lawyers discussed pressing legal challenges in the sector on Tuesday.

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Hybrid ICO? Overstock's tZERO to Build Services Into Security Token

Overstock subsidiary tZERO is adding features to its upcoming security token, allowing investors to use the coin to purchase a handful of services.

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Dnata Taps IBM for Air Cargo Blockchain Pilot

Air services provider Dnata, IBM and others have completed of a proof-of-concept examining blockchain's potential in the air cargo industry.

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Government of Bermuda Launches Cryptocurrency Task Force

Bermuda has launched a new working group aimed to advance the regulatory and commercial environment for token sales, cryptocurrencies and more.

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Air New Zealand, Winding Tree Team Up for Blockchain Exploration

Air New Zealand is partnering with decentralized travel platform Winding Tree to explore blockchain tech for ticket booking and baggage tracking.

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US Defense Bill Could Give Big Boost to Blockchain

An obscure provision tucked into a U.S. defense spending bill could act as a springboard for blockchain adoption across government agencies.

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Survey: CFOs Think Bitcoin Is 'Real' But Are Divided on Price

A group of CFOs polled by CNBC are split on whether bitcoin is a bubble, according to newly published results.

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BitLicense Architect Ben Lawsky Joins Ripple Board

Ben Lawsky, the former New York Superintendent of Financial Services who spearheaded the BitLicense regulatory framework while in office, has joined startup Ripple's board of directors.

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