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Malta Watchdog Proposes New Blockchain Gaming Guidelines

The Malta Gaming Authority has published draft regulations for digital game companies that want to use distributed ledger or blockchain platforms.

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Exchange OKEx to Roll Back Trades After Futures Plunge

OKEx has halted token withdrawal and futures trading amid irregular activities that pulled down bitcoin futures price significantly.

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Scammers Are Posing As Crypto Exchange Support Staff, Says FBI

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center warned against criminals who pretend to be tech support for crypto exchanges.

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UK Financial Watchdog Warns Over Unregistered Crypto Brokerage

The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority has warned investors over an unregistered brokerage that appears to be offering crypto-related derivatives.

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China's Central Bank Eyes Crypto as Possible Yuan Risk

The People's Bank of China says cryptocurrencies will be a top priority for the agency this year, in an effort to protect the national currency.

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What It's Like to Talk to the SEC About Your ICO

Sweetbridge's CEO met face-to-face with the SEC and came away with a sense the regulator is open to figuring out the best rules for the industry.

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Judge Backs FTC Asset Freeze in Crypto Fraud Case

U.S. Magistrate Lurana Snow has recommended that a preliminary injunction be enforced against four alleged scammers.

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Blockchain Tops 2017 Fintech Enquiries, Says Swiss Finance Regulator

Enquiries around blockchain, cryptocurrency and ICOs in Switzerland have increased significantly, according the country's financial regulator, FINMA.

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Blockchain Funding Center Scrapped Over China Regulation Concerns

A Chinese investment association has scrapped a previously reported plan to launch a funding center to boost blockchain development in the country.

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US Futures Self-Regulator Reminds Members to Report Crypto Activities

A U.S. futures self-regulator is reminding its members the obligation of reporting any involvement in bitcoin or bitcoin derivatives transactions.

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