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8 Ways Telegram Thinks Its Own ICO Could Go Wrong

From tech flaws to regulatory interventions, a document sent to prospective investors in Telegram's $2.5 billion token sale spells out the risks.

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TechCrunch Founder's Crypto Fund Subpoenaed By SEC

Michael Arrington's crypto-fund has reportedly been subpoenaed by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Overstock: $250 Million tZero ICO Under SEC Review

Overstock.com blockchain subsidiary tZero has made a sudden change to the way it is conducting a significant step in its ongoing ICO.

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SEC ICO Probe Underway, But Stories Conflict on Size of Sweep

The Securities and Exchange Commission has been "shotgunning" subpoenas to token sellers, advisors, investors and exchanges. What will come of it all?

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US City Plans to Sell Tokenized Bonds in 'Initial Community Offering'

Confronted with big federal funding reductions, Berkeley, California, is turning to crypto token-based funding for services like affordable housing.

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China's Crypto Exchanges Didn't Just Survive – They're Thriving

Months after China's government shut down domestic order book exchanges, the platforms that originally offered them are finding new ways to thrive.

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W3C Vets Forego ICO for Government-Friendly Blockchain Launch

A team of open-source payments veterans is looking to launch a new identity blockchain, one that won't run afoul of government favor.

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Bitcoin Startup Backer BnkToTheFuture Closes $33 Million ICO

Investing platform BnkToTheFuture has raised $33 million in an ICO – money it will use to launch a token market and crowd-sourced research platform.

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After Facebook, Will Global Ad Regulators Reject ICOs?

ICOs are advertising more and more. Are web platforms and regulators taking note, seeking to stamp out bad behavior?

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What to Look for in ICO Terms and Conditions

If investing in an ICO, it is imperative to review the T&Cs, not just the white paper. Here's what to be on the lookout for.

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