Government


Policy

Japan Digital Ministry to Create DAO for Web3 Exploration

The ministry is looking to develop understanding of what such organizations can achieve and probe their limitations.

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Policy

Crypto-Friendly Rishi Sunak to Become UK Prime Minister Following Truss Exit

During his time as finance minister, Sunak unveiled plans to turn the country into an international hub for crypto.

Rishi Sunak será el nuevo primer ministro del Reino Unido. (Matthew Horwood/Getty Images)

Opinion

Does the US Government Have a Monopoly on Trust?

How crypto could become the next great system of mutual trust in financial services.

The White House in Washington D.C. (Tabrez Syed/Unsplash)

Policy

Argentina's Mendoza Province Now Accepts Cryptocurrencies for Tax Payments

Crypto payments would be immediately converted to Argentine pesos.

Argentina flag (Unsplash)

Opinion

As Federal Agencies Organize, US States Continue to Lead in Regulating Digital Assets

The Biden administration’s “whole of government” approach to crypto may not be an improvement to the current patchwork of rules.

United States Capitol building in Washington D.C. (ElevenPhotographs/Unsplash)

Opinion

Are Crypto ‘Legal Tender’ Laws Even Necessary?

The Central African Republic is looking to integrate crypto into its developing economy.

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Policy

Phoenix Suburb Now Takes Bitcoin for Utility Bills

Chandler, Arizona, will take PayPal-held bitcoin, ether and litecoin for water payments.

Chandler, Ariz., is taking bitcoin for water bills. (Chandler Utility Services Division)

Videos

Should Government Be in the Business of Issuing Stablecoin Insurance?

U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) has introduced a bill that would establish government-backed insurance for stablecoins. “The Hash” crew discusses the potential consequences of the bill and how it could eliminate competitors in the industry.

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