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European Financial Regulator Warns Investors On ICO Risks

The European Securities and Markets Authority has issued statements outlining the perceived risks of ICOs for investors and startups.

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The SAFT Is a Symptom of Regulatory Uncertainty

The SAFT framework, despite its limitations, is a reasonable path forward for token issuers given the ambiguity of current laws, writes Jerry Brito.

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Ethereum to ICOs: You're Doing It Wrong

Ethereum devs have harsh words for many ICO launches, but outline the steps issuers can take to make their projects less sketchy.

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ICO Funds Among Millions Frozen In Parity Wallets

Several high-profile ICO issuers have been affected by the Parity exploit, which has left more than $150 million in ether frozen.

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A More Equitable ICO? Why Blockstack Said No to a Token Pre-Sale

Disappointed in the way ICOs are often handled, and needing wide distribution, Blockstack has dropped the pre-sale for its upcoming token launch.

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MIT Media Lab Director: ICOs Are 'Attracting the Wrong People'

MIT Media Lab director Joi Ito is joining the ranks of outspoken critics who believe the market for blockchain-based tokens is overheated.

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Blockchain Startup With Disney Roots Completes $13.7 Million ICO

Blockchain startup Dragonchain has raised approximately $13.7 million in an initial coin offering (ICO).

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Ex-Credit Suisse Exec to Launch ICO for Luxury Good Platform

A former executive for Credit Suisse is preparing to launch an initial coin offering (ICO) for a new ethereum-based startup.

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US Government Arrests and Charges Alleged ICO Fraudster

New charges have been filed against a New York businessman accused in September of defrauding investors through two initial coin offerings (ICOs).

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SEC: Celebrity ICO Endorsements Could Be Illegal

Celebrities who endorse initial coin offerings may be in violation of the law, the SEC said today.

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