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Where SAFT Falls Short
Limiting ICOs to accredited investors almost feels like a retreat from the goal of democratizing capital markets, columnist Michael J. Casey writes.
Alleged Bitcoin Money Launderer Has First Extradition Hearing
Alleged BTC-e operator Alexander Vinnik has had his first extradition hearing after being arrested in Greece on charges of money laundering.
Mexican Law Would Give Central Bank Oversight of Cryptocurrency Startups
Mexico's government is close to introducing legislation that would regulate fintech firms, including those that work with cryptocurrencies.
Canada Confirms Tokens May Be Securities and Pacific Coin Is the Test
A legal deep dive into how Canada's recent ruling on initial coin offerings could impact the market.
Courting Bitcoin? Nebraska Ethics Board Gives Lawyers OK to Accept
A top legal ethics board in Nebraska has weighed in on the issue of cryptocurrency payments for lawyers.
US Lawmakers Seek Tax Exemption for Bitcoin Transactions Below $600
A new bill has been introduced in the US Congress that would create a tax exemption for some purchases made with cryptocurrency.
China's ICO Ban: A Full Translation of Regulator Remarks
CoinDesk provides a translation of yesterday's ruling from China's regulators on the legality of fundraising via blockchain tokens.
Coinbase Furthers Fight Against Cryptsy Lawsuit in New Filing
Coinbase is moving ahead with its appeal of a court decision from earlier this summer related to the failed cryptocurrency exchange Cryptsy.
Russian Regulator: Bitcoin Should Be Limited to 'Qualified Investors'
A new development in Russia hints at what a changing regulatory environment could bring for bitcoin users.
Finnish Police Launch OneCoin Investigation Amid Global Crackdown
Finnish police have become the latest international law enforcement agency to take a growing interest in the OneCoin digital currency scheme.
